Party Wall Surveyor
Salisbury, Wiltshire, Dorset
Professional, clear and efficient Party Wall advice for homeowners and neighbours. Helping you complete your building project smoothly and legally.
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What is the Party Wall Act?
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is legislation that protects neighbouring properties when building work affects a shared wall, boundary, or nearby structure.
If you are planning a home extension, loft conversion, or structural alterations near a neighbouring property, you may be legally required to notify your neighbour under the Party Wall Act before work begins.
A Party Wall Surveyor ensures the correct notices are served, prepares agreements where required, and helps prevent disputes between neighbours. In short, it keeps projects moving without awkward fence-side arguments.
Common Projects Requiring Party Wall Notices
Extensions
Building near a boundary or excavating foundations within 3–6 metres of a neighbouring property can require a Party Wall Notice.
Loft Conversions
Installing steel beams into a shared wall between terraced or semi-detached houses typically falls under the Party Wall Act.
Structural Alterations
Removing chimney breasts, cutting into party walls, or underpinning may require formal Party Wall agreements.