Party wall service in Oakham

You must follow the law if your building work affects a shared boundary or structure. This ensures your neighbours are informed and protected before you begin. - When cutting into a shared wall for beams. - When removing a chimney breast on a party wall. - When building a new wall on the boundary. - When digging foundations within 3 or 6 metres. - When making any structural changes to shared boundaries.

A surveyor will first check your building plans to see what rules apply to you. They will visit your site and the neighbour's home to record everything. - They review all architectural drawings and plans. - They inspect the shared boundary and structures. - They take photos for a schedule of condition. - They document any existing cracks or property defects. - They write a legal award to allow work.

Having the right paperwork gives you the legal right to carry out your project peacefully. It stops neighbours from blocking your builders or claiming for old damage. - It provides legal protection against false claims. - It creates a clear record of property state. - It avoids costly court delays or legal injunctions. - It keeps neighbourly relations much smoother and calmer. - It ensures your builder works safely near boundaries.

Your surveyor answers technical questions about how your building work might affect the property next door. They act as a neutral expert to keep things fair. - They explain foundation depths to your neighbours. - They agree on the permitted working hours. - They decide how to handle any damage caused. - They check that safety measures are in place. - They ensure the legal notices are filled correctly.