The Party Wall and Related Act of 1996: Intention vs. Reality

The Act’s intent and the actions of those charged with enforcing it are diametrically opposed. This article examines the Act’s intent, and it is critical that this is understood so the surveyors that administer this can be held accountable. Relying on surveyors who’ve already forgotten the purpose of the Act is risky. It results in […]

Why are Surveyors taken aback when we offer them the road of the Agreed Surveyor?

Jason Edworthy Party Wall Experts Ipswich   This article discusses why surveyors are frequently taken aback when JE offers to function as the ‘agreed surveyor.’ Party wall for builders is one service we offer. The procedure is as follows: a surveyor serves a notice, and the neighboring owner objects and appoints their own surveyor, initiating […]

Keeping party wall costs to a minimum

Jason Edworthy Party Wall Specialists This article provides ten recommendations to assist you save money when dealing with party wall issues . If even one of these ideas works, you may save hundreds, if not thousands, of pounds. 1. Early interaction with neighbours Arrive early and discuss your proposals with your neighbours. If you submit […]

How to Sack Your Party Wall Surveyor

  Who Pays For The Party Wall Act?   The Party Wall etc. Act of 1996 gives a property owner the legal right to carry out specific works that would otherwise be considered trespass or nuisance. It also seeks to protect adjoining owners’ interests from any potentially negative impacts that particular works may have by […]

Why is my neighbour’s Party Wall Surveyor fee higher than mine?

Jason Edworthy Party Wall Experts Ipswich   The neighbouring owner’s surveyor usually charges more than the building owner’s.Before investigating the causes, make sure you’ve exhausted the “Agreed Surveyor” option and aren’t paying for two sets of surveyor services.The existing quo benefits Party Wall Surveyors, who would receive more if the public pays for the two-Surveyor […]