Can a Neighbour Refuse Consent to Party Wall Works?
Party Walls typically separate buildings belonging to different owners but could include garden walls built astride a boundary – known as party fence walls. Since the Party Wall Act 1996 was introduced, homeowners in England and Wales have had a... Read More →
What Do You Do If A Contractor Destroys Your Property?
When you hire someone for a building or repairs project in your home, you want the work to be of high quality and for them to treat your property with care and respect. However, in some cases, a contractor might... Read More →
How Often Should Rental Units Be Inspected?
Inspections of rental units can be a tricky situation. When letting a property to someone, you want to ensure the property is maintained and in good repair, but you also do not wish to infringe upon your tenant’s privacy. So,... Read More →
What Can a New Homeowner Claim on their Taxes?
Managing your portfolio to pay your taxes is not easy. Understanding taxes sometimes feels like it requires the translation of an ancient tome and some miracles thrown in for good measure. If you buy, own, sell or inherit a property... Read More →
Help! What’s Covered Under Home Insurance?
The most expensive purchase you’ll likely ever make is buying a home. Home insurance gives you peace of mind that if something goes wrong, you’ll be able to fix or replace it. However, it’s essential to understand what your policy... Read More →
Top 5 Things Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Property
Owning a home comes with a ton of responsibility. That’s why it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with everything on the property so that you can stay on top of essential maintenance and upkeep. When you own a home,... Read More →
When Would Party Wall Disputes Go to a Magistrates Court?
Party Wall Surveyors and Magistrates Party Wall Surveyors often talk about Magistrates and Magistrates Courts. There is sometimes confusion as to what a Magistrate is. Our Kingston Surveyors have been asked how this differs from the role of the Judge?... Read More →
What is a Party Wall?
Our Party Wall Surveyors are often asked to explain what a party wall is; this is never a simple answer. As with all party wall matters, this can be complex. Role of a Party Wall Surveyor & The Party Wall Act The... Read More →
Rights of Access for a Building Surveyor Professional
The Correct Advice from Our Building Surveyor Professionals For matters connected with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you will need to know certain information. You will need to be guided on these matters by experts. Our Building Surveyor professionals are here... Read More →
What to Do if Your Home Valuation is Less Than an Offer?
Most residential purchases rely on mortgage finance, and therefore a lender’s valuation is usually required to establish that the price being paid for a property represents the ‘market value’. Paying a purchase price over the estimated market value can place... Read More →