Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Party Wall Surveyors in Cambridge
We are specialist party wall surveyors based in Saffron Walden, Essex, serving Cambridge, North Essex, and surrounding areas. Our expertise focuses exclusively on party wall matters under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, ensuring swift resolutions for building owners and adjoining owners. We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), guaranteeing professionalism and integrity, with all work overseen by fully qualified Chartered Surveyors.Our memberships in the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors and the Pyramus & Thisbe Society reflect our commitment to excellence. We provide professional indemnity insurance for client safety and offer free initial advice to navigate party wall disputes efficiently.
Services
Party Wall Surveying
Dispute Resolution
Insurance Services
Legal Compliance
Advisory Services
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for professionalism and integrity.
- Our sole focus on party wall matters ensures deep expertise and efficiency.
- We carry 500,000 professional indemnity insurance for client safety and peace of mind.
- All work is overseen by fully qualified Chartered Surveyors with RICS accreditation.
- We are members of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors and the Pyramus & Thisbe Society.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors (FPWS)
Services
Party Wall Surveying
We provide specialist party wall surveying services under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Our RICS-regulated team ensures compliance with legal requirements, offering impartial advice to building owners and adjoining owners. Services include drafting party wall notices, resolving disputes, and overseeing construction works to prevent legal conflicts.
Dispute Resolution
Our surveyors mediate disputes between building owners and adjoining owners regarding party wall works. We prepare legally binding awards to authorise developments while safeguarding property rights. Our process prioritises swift, fair resolutions to avoid court proceedings and ensure project continuity.
Insurance Services
We offer professional indemnity insurance up to 500,000 for client protection. This coverage addresses potential liabilities arising from party wall works, ensuring financial security for property owners. Our insurance compliance aligns with RICS standards, providing peace of mind during construction projects.
Legal Compliance
Our team ensures all party wall works adhere to the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. We guide clients through legal obligations, including notice periods, excavation limits, and boundary regulations. This service minimises legal risks and ensures developments meet statutory requirements without delays.
Advisory Services
We provide tailored advice on party wall matters, including loft conversions, extensions, and boundary disputes. Our RICS-accredited surveyors explain client rights and obligations under the Act. Free initial consultations help clients understand procedural steps and avoid costly errors during property renovations.
People
Paul Williamson
Fellow Member
Paul Williamson is a Fellow Member of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors with over 20 years of experience in party wall compliance and dispute resolution.
Joanna Doe
Member
Joanna Doe is a qualified member of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, specialising in party structure notices and boundary wall disputes with a focus on client advocacy.
David Davis
Member
David Davis brings expertise in excavation regulations and party wall awards, ensuring compliance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 across complex construction projects.
Questions
What is the Party Wall etc. Act 1996?
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 governs construction works affecting shared walls, boundaries, and excavations near adjoining properties in England and Wales.
Do I need a party wall surveyor?
If you plan works on a shared wall or boundary, a surveyor ensures legal compliance and prevents disputes with adjoining owners.
How much do your services cost?
Fees depend on the complexity of the case; we confirm costs in writing before starting any work.
What if my neighbour disputes my building plans?
We mediate disputes and prepare legally binding awards to resolve conflicts without court intervention.
Are you regulated by RICS?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for professionalism and integrity.
Do you offer insurance coverage?
We provide £500,000 professional indemnity insurance to safeguard clients against liabilities from party wall works.
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