by Simple Survey | Oct 30, 2025 | Uncategorised
When proposed works carry higher-than-usual risk—think deep excavations, basement construction, significant structural alterations, or a building owner with uncertain finances—the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 gives adjoining owners a vital safety net: Security for...
by Simple Survey | Oct 30, 2025 | Uncategorised
Most Party Wall matters are straightforward when handled with competence, pace and diplomacy. If your surveyor is creating friction, delay or unpredictability, you’re paying twice—once in fees and again in time. Here are three clear tells that your Party Wall surveyor...
by Simple Survey | Oct 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Choosing the right party wall surveyor can be the difference between a smooth, neighbourly build and months of delay, spiralling fees, and frayed tempers. Here’s the plain truth: anyone can call themselves a “party wall surveyor.” The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 defines...
by Simple Survey | Oct 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Redesigned your extension, scaled back the scope, or decided not to proceed? If your revised proposal no longer includes notifiable works under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you shouldn’t leave an old notice “floating” in the background. The right move is to rescind...
by Simple Survey | Oct 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Planning a loft, rear extension, basement, chimney removal, or internal steelwork? You want the party wall side handled quickly, correctly, and without surprise costs. That’s exactly what we do. Why homeowners and developers choose Simple Survey 1) We’ve done it...
by Simple Survey | Oct 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 isn’t “red tape”—it’s the rulebook that lets you build safely, legally, and neighbourly. Treat it well and your project runs smoother, relationships stay intact, and costs stay predictable. Treat it lightly and you invite delays, disputes,...
