Our Property Articles
Through our articles, we aim to clarify Property topics in an easy to follow and informative approach.
Boundary Disputes for Beginners
Part of our 60-Second Read Series! What Is a Boundary Dispute? A boundary dispute occurs when neighbouring property owners disagree about the location, width, direction, or rights over their shared boundary line. These disputes are among the most common types of...
Beginners Guide to the Party Wall Process
Part of our 60-second read series! The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is a legal framework in England and Wales designed to prevent and resolve disputes between neighbours when building work affects shared walls, boundary walls, or nearby excavations. If construction works...
Licence for Alterations Fact Sheet
We’ve also got a YouTube video on this topic. A Licence for Alterations is required when a leaseholder wishes to carry out changes to their property. Most leases include specific wording that restricts alterations without the freeholder’s prior written consent....
When Is a Party Wall Notice Necessary?
This is part of our 60 second read series of articles! The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 requires that formal Party Wall Notices are served before certain types of construction work can begin. These legal notices ensure that affected neighbours, known as adjoining owners,...
What Triggers the Party Wall Process?
This is part of our 60 second read series of articles! The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies to specific construction works that may impact shared walls or nearby structures. If your project involves any of the following, Party Wall procedures must be followed:...
Adjoining Owner Guidance: The Party Wall Act
This is part of our 60 second read series of articles! If your neighbour plans to carry out work affecting: A shared wall, floor, garden wall Excavates within 6 metres of your property Builds near the boundary line The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies. They are...
Building Owner Guidance: The Party Wall Act
This is part of our 60 second read series of articles! If your construction project involves: Work to a party wall, garden wall or a flat’s ceiling or floor Excavation within 6 metres of a neighbouring property Building on or near a boundary The Party Wall etc. Act...
What are Party Wall Surveyors?
This is part of our 60 second read series of articles! A Party Wall Surveyor specialises in resolving disputes under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, which governs building works affecting shared or adjoining structures. Their main role is to ensure the Act is followed,...
When Should I Have a Property Survey?
Purchasing a home is a significant milestone that involves careful planning, informed decisions, and due diligence. Among these steps is a property survey. For those who don’t know, a property survey is a comprehensive and robust assessment of the overall condition of...
How to Cut Your Energy Costs
With energy prices in the UK becoming an increasing financial burden, we thought we would provide some tips to try and help you lessen the impact of both your energy use and the cost. We will be looking at the simple changes anyone can make without the need for costly...