Islington Party Wall Surveyors

If you are planning any work involving a party wall, party structure, or boundary wall on a property in Islington or the surrounding areas, or have received a party wall notice from a neighbour and require advice on what to do, our team can help. 

Our experienced surveyors can support you throughout the process, ensuring work complies fully with the Party Wall Act. We are also highly skilled in managing disputes thus minimising delays to your project.

For expert advice and support relating to the Party Wall Act:

Call our London office on 0204 548 9835, email or complete our enquiry form.

While serving notice can be perceived as a procedural inconvenience, it is a statutory obligation that also offers protections not available under common law, including rights to access the neighbouring property to carry out necessary works.

In some cases, the Act also allows you to seek a contribution from your neighbour towards the cost of repairs, especially if the work benefits a shared or adjoining structure.

Designed to balance the rights of both parties, the Act permits essential works to go ahead while safeguarding neighbours from undue inconvenience or potential property damage. Once consent is given, the process is straightforward, and any disagreements can generally be managed through formal documentation.

If you have any questions about party walls, view our frequently asked questions or get in touch with one of our expert surveyors today.

Boundary disputes have recently become a more common occurrence in London probably due to the increase in property prices and land values.

If you think that someone has encroached on your land, that would be classified as a boundary dispute and cannot be dealt with under the Party Wall Act. Easton Bevins has boundary experts specialising in this complex area. We can also provide expert witness services if required.

Find out more about boundary disputes call us on 0204 548 9835
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Those applying for planning permission will be reminded to check if the Act applies to their project. Unfortunately, smaller projects under permitted development often do not require planning permission, which can result in missing this reminder.

There is sometimes a misconception that the Party Wall Act is an unnecessary hindrance, leading some contractors undertaking smaller works to overlook or misunderstand its relevance, putting projects and individuals at risk.

What to do if a neighbour starts work without serving notice

A good first step is to politely inform your neighbour of the oversight and request that they stop work until notice is served. This usually resolves the issue.

What to do if a neighbour continues without agreement

If the neighbour does not comply, you may apply for an injunction to halt the work. An injunction can delay a project by one to six months or longer. If work has already started, the builder may continue to charge during the stoppage. Any damage caused could also lead to significant fines.

Seeking professional advice early can help prevent the situation from escalating. A professional can offer impartial support, keeping emotions in check. Remember, the Act benefits all parties involved, and in most cases, a resolution is reached without the need for costly legal action.

If you have any questions about party walls, view our frequently asked questions or get in touch with one of our expert surveyors today.

The origins of the 1996 Party Wall Act can be traced right back to The Great Fire of London, which lead to reassessing party walls and to ways of restricting the spread of fire between adjacent properties. It has come a long way since then!

With their extensive knowledge and experience, our party wall surveyors provide expert advice and support relating to work that falls under the Act. Our long-established practice is well known for its honest approach, clear and concise advice, and providing the highest standards of professional support.

As a member of RICS, we bring vast experience in all areas of the property and construction industry, ensuring unparalleled service.

Whether you're a private homeowner, a neighbour, or a  property developer contact us now for prompt and professional advice.