Party Wall Surveyors in Chelmsford
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We specialise in the party wall Act from notices
to party wall awards.
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We provide professional party wall surveying services throughout Chelmsford, Essex, offering clear, practical advice in full compliance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Whether you are planning construction works or have been served with a Party Wall Notice, our experienced surveyors are on hand to support you at every stage, ensuring the process is handled smoothly and with confidence.
Dedicated Party Wall Surveyors Serving Chelmsford
Our practice is focused exclusively on party wall matters, enabling us to deliver specialist expertise and efficient solutions for both residential and commercial projects across Chelmsford.
We act on behalf of Building Owners, Adjoining Owners, and as the Agreed Surveyor, ensuring full legal compliance while helping to minimise delays, risks, and potential disputes.
✔ Preparation and service of Party Wall Notices
✔ Party Wall Awards and formal agreements
✔ Resolution of party wall disputes
✔ Agreed Surveyor appointments
Qualified, Regulated & Fully Insured Surveyors
Our party wall surveyors in Chelmsford are members of recognised professional bodies, including the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, and operate in accordance with strict professional and ethical standards.
We are fully insured, giving you complete peace of mind that your party wall matters will be managed correctly, professionally, and efficiently from start to finish.
Clear Party Wall Advice for Property Owners
Building Owners – We assist with serving valid Party Wall Notices, reviewing proposed construction works, and ensuring all obligations under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 are met before works commence.
Adjoining Owners – If you have received a Party Wall Notice or are concerned about nearby building works in Chelmsford, we provide independent advice and representation to protect your property and legal rights.
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Services We Offer
- Party Wall Notices
- Party Wall Awards
- Schedule of Condition Surveys
- Loft Conversion
- Extensions
- Disasters & Damage
- Adjoining Owner
- Building Owner
- Chimney Beast Removal
Types of work covered by the
Party Wall etc Act 1996
Section 1 Building on the line of junction
Building a new wall on the line of junction, this can be a Boundary wall or a new wall for an extension or new property. If the new wall is intended to be built astride the boundary a Section 1(2) Party wall notice must be served on the Adjoining Owner. The wall can also be built on the boundary but solely on the Building Owners land and the notice for this is a Section 1(5) notice.
Section 2
Work on the Party Wall
If you intend to carry out any of the following works to a Party Wall, you are legally required to serve a Party Wall Notice on the adjoining owner under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996:
Removing a chimney breast – Section 2(2)(g)
Cutting into the party wall to insert steel beams (e.g., for a loft conversion) – Section 2(2)(f)
Cutting into the party wall to install damp-proofing
Underpinning a party wall – Section 2(2)(a)
Exposing a party wall – Section 2(2)(n)
Demolishing and rebuilding a party wall or party fence wall
Repairing a party wall
Cutting into the adjoining owner’s wall to insert flashings or weather-proofing – Section 2(2)(i)
Reducing the height of a party wall or party fence wall – Section 2(2)(m)
These are only some of the works covered by the Act. If you are unsure whether your planned works fall under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, please contact us for clear, specialist advice.
Section 6
Excavations
This is for excavation, if you intend on excavations within 3 metres and to a lower depth than the adjoining properties foundations, you will need to serve a party wall notice on the adjoining owner or owners.
Section 6 also covers excavations within 6 metres, this is a little more complicated as there is a rule called the 45 degree rule.
For this i would recommend calling us for advice.
Local Party Wall Surveyors Near You
As local Party Wall Surveyors in Chelmsford, we understand the area, property types and common construction works. This allows us to offer practical, location-specific advice across Essex and the South East.
We are the members of the following
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
As such regulated by them which means you can be assured of the highest levels of professionalism and integrity. All works are overseen by a full member of the RICS (A Chartered Surveyor).
Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors
The Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors was born out of a need for education and support for building surveyors and other professionals, but also to enhance awareness and provide advice and guidance to the general public.
Pyramus & Thisbe Society
(Party wall and neighbourly matters) Promoting Excellence in Party Wall Practice Since 1974
Insurance
We carry Professional indemnity insurance for your safety and piece of mind.
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