Party Wall Surveyors in South London
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Why Choose Stokemont for Party Wall Surveying?
Whether you’re planning property developments, or responding to works proposed by a neighbour, our experienced, RICS-registered surveyors provide clear, impartial advice tailored to South London’s diverse property landscape.
Our surveyors support building and adjoining owners across South London at every stage of the party wall process. This includes Party Wall Notices, Schedule of Condition Reports, Party Wall Awards, and all other relevant matters that fall under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
From Victorian terraces and Edwardian homes to modern developments and commercial properties, we combine specialist party wall expertise with a strong technical understanding of the building types, construction projects, and neighbourly issues commonly encountered across South London.
We inspect a property every 1.5 hours
In 2025 we were involved in £275 million pounds of construction work
We’ve assisted over 15,000 clients with their property needs
We average a 5 star service review every 3 days
Our Surveying team has over 35 years of property knowledge
What is the Party Wall Act?
The Act applies throughout England and Wales and provides a legal framework for carrying out qualifying works while protecting the interests of neighbouring owners.
Why Party Wall Surveyors are Commonly Needed in South London
Whether you’re extending a family home in Wandsworth, renovating a tenant’s flat in Brixton, or converting a loft in Lambeth, seeking expert party wall advice early helps ensure a smoother process and reduce the likelihood of unnecessary delays and neighbourly disputes.
Our surveyors regularly advise building and adjoining owners in South London, ensuring all works progress in line with the relevant legislation.
Types of Work Covered by the Party Wall Act
Works to a Party Wall or Shared Structure
Excavations Near Neighbouring Properties
Construction on Boundary Lines
Unsure whether your work is covered by the Party Wall Act?
Read our guide to works covered under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
What Happens When You Hire a Party Wall Surveyor?
Initial Advice
Notice Served
Consent or Dissent
Surveyor Appointed
If the appointed surveyors cannot reach an agreement, a third surveyor may be called upon to determine the matter.
Party Wall Award
Works Monitored
Party Wall Guidance for Building and Adjoining Owners in South London
Building Owners
We assist building owners with:
- Determining whether the Act applies
- Preparing and serving Party Wall Notices
- Schedule of Condition Reports
- Party Wall Awards
- Resolving neighbour disputes
Adjoining Owners
We assist adjoining owners with:
- Reviewing Party Wall Notices
- Explaining the party wall process
- Protecting neighbouring properties
- Schedule of Condition Inspections
- Party wall dispute resolution services
Party Wall Services We Provide in South London
Stokemont provides a wealth of specialist party wall and neighbourly dispute services to residents and businesses in South London:
Areas We Cover
How Much Does a Party Wall Surveyor Cost in South London?
The cost of hiring a Party Wall Surveyor in South London depends on several factors, including:
- Whether you’re a building owner or an adjoining owner.
- Whether the Party Wall Notice has been consented to or dissented to.
- The complexity of the proposed works.
- Whether a Party Wall Award or dispute resolution is required.
The typical costs for party wall services are:
- Party Wall Notice: £39+VAT
- Schedule of Condition Report: From £395+VAT
- Party Wall Award: From £700+VAT
At Stokemont, we pride ourselves on providing transparent and competitive pricing. If you’d like a more accurate estimate based on your proposed party wall works, contact our team today for a free, no-obligation quote.
South London Party Wall Surveyor FAQs
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Does my loft conversion require a party wall surveyor?
As loft conversions are common across many of South London’s Victorian terraces and semi-detached homes, seeking professional advice before beginning work is recommended.
Can I start building work before a Party Wall Award is agreed?
Therefore, any work undertaken before an Award has been established could be at risk of disputes or legal action, while removing many of the protections the Award is designed to provide for both parties.
What if my neighbour refuses the proposed works?
Why Should I Choose Stokemont As My Party Wall Surveyor in Wimbledon?
At Stokemont, we put our clients first and want every instruction to end with complete satisfaction. We only work with the best surveyors, ensuring expert guidance and a service that keeps the process in Wimbledon stress-free.
Here are some Party Wall Surveying projects we've done in the past:
Rutland Mews South, Knightsbridge, SW7
The Stokemont team were very pleased to be able assist with the completion of a Party Wall Surveying Schedule of Condition Report for a stunning mews house located on Rutland Mews South, Knightsbridge, SW7. The neighbouring works included a single storey basement conversion and extension on Rutland Street.
Timeline: 27 days
High Street Kensington, London, W8
The Stokemont team were very pleased to be able assist with the completion of a Party Wall Award for this mid level flat located on High Street Kensington, London. The construction works included the removal of internal structural walls, the introduction of new steel support and the replacement of floors and ceilings.
Timeline: 12 days
St Stephen's Terrace, Stockwell, SW8
The Stokemont team were very pleased to be able assist with the service of Party Wall Notices, a Schedule of Condition Report and Agreement of a Party Wall Award on this mid terraced turn of the century home on St Stephen's Terrace, Stockwell. The Party Wall works included the installation of steel work into the Party Wall and relocation of internal walls.
Timeline: 22 days
Team Qualifications
Our team of surveyors are not only highly experienced but importantly they are also qualified.
We’re proud to confirm our surveyors hold membership status and accreditation to some of the world’s leading professional governing bodies including; the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), The Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE) and the Pyramus and Thisbe Club (P&T).
Advice Centre
Notice of Adjacent Excavation
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, excavation (digging) work within six metres of any neighbouring buildings or structures gives rise to the need for a Party Wall Notice. You will often hear party wall surveyors refer to the works that fall within the scope of the...
What Makes a Great Party Wall Surveyor?
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What Is a Party Fence Wall?
A party fence wall is defined by Section 20 of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, which deals with interpretation, as follows: “Party fence wall” means a wall (not being part of a building) which stands on land belonging to different owners and is used or constructed to be...