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Party Wall Surveyor for Removing A Chimney Breast Peacehaven

Planning to remove a chimney breast Peacehaven?

Before the first brick comes out, it’s crucial to understand your responsibilities under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996—especially if your chimney breast is attached to or near a shared wall.

That’s where Faulkner Surveyors, your trusted local party wall surveyor, comes in.

Why “Just Informing” Your Neighbour Isn’t Enough for Chimney Works?

If you want to remove a chimney breast Peacehaven that is on a shared wall, you need to do more than just talk to your neighbour. It’s good to be polite, but the law says you have to do more than give them a spoken notice.

Here’s why:

It’s a Legal Requirement

Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you need to give a formal Party Wall Notice if you want to take out a chimney breast on or close to a party wall in business properties.

This is the case for any chimney repairs, like pointing the bricks again. We are Checkatrade registered, so you should know that talking about it in a relaxed way is not enough. You have to have the right papers before you start, or your whole project could be at risk.

Protect Yourself Legally

Formal notices and a Party Wall Award protect your neighbour and you. If any issues come up during or after the work, having all these things written down helps keep you safe.

The papers also make it easier to avoid or solve problems with others.

The Work Impacts Shared Structure

Chimney breast removal changes the way the party wall is built and can affect your neighbour’s place in the UK and nearby areas.

Because of this, the law and people with years of experience see it as a big change, not a small home job. It is not just a simple update, so you may need scaffolding to keep everyone safe while you work on it.

Verbal Agreements Can Backfire

Even if your neighbor seems fine with the plan now, they might argue about it at another time. If you do not have a legally binding agreement, you will end up dealing with the results on your own.

Need some tips or help? We are here for you. Get in touch with us today.

Is Your Renovation Dream About to Become a Party Wall Nightmare?

You’ve got big plans—removing that chimney breast Peacehaven, opening up space, transforming your home.

But one overlooked detail could turn all that excitement into delays, legal battles, and neighbour fallouts.

If your project involves a shared wall, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 kicks in. And no, a quick chat over the fence isn’t enough.

We’re the local experts in Peacehaven who step in before your dream build becomes a legal mess. From serving proper notices to preparing airtight Party Wall Agreements, we handle the tricky bits—so your project runs smoothly, not stressfully.

Don’t wait for the knock on your door.

Call Faulkner Surveyors today—because even great renovations need solid foundations in the law.

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Will You Be Liable If the Party Wall Cracks After Chimney Removal?

In short: Yes, you could be held liable—unless you’ve followed the proper legal process.

When you remove a chimney breast Peacehaven that’s connected to a party wall (a wall shared with your neighbour), it’s not just your property at risk.

This type of work can weaken or damage the shared wall—and if cracks appear next door, you may be responsible for repairs, especially if you didn’t comply with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.

Why Would You Be Liable?

Without formal notice or agreement, your neighbour has no protection.
If damage occurs, and you didn’t appoint a Party Wall Surveyor or serve a proper Party Wall Notice, the blame usually falls on you as the homeowner, not the builder.
Even if the damage seems minor, neighbours are within their rights to take legal action or demand costly repairs.

How to Protect Yourself

This is where Faulkner Surveyors steps in. As Peacehaven’s trusted Party Wall experts, we:

Serve official Party Wall Notices on your behalf.
Arrange condition surveys (to record the “before” state of your neighbour’s property).
Draft legally binding Party Wall Awards to set out how the work will be done and who’s responsible for what.
Help avoid or resolve disputes if they arise.

Why It Matters

Following the Party Wall process isn’t just ticking boxes—it protects you financially and legally if anything goes wrong.

With a Party Wall Award in place, any damage can be resolved fairly, without putting your entire renovation (or wallet) at risk.

One Wall, Two Homes, Endless Headaches—Unless You Start with Faulkner

When two homes share one wall, things can get complicated fast—especially if you’re planning work like removing a chimney breast Peacehaven, extending a room, or digging near the boundary.

These types of projects aren’t just about your property—they affect your neighbour’s too. And without following the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you’re at risk of legal disputes, project delays, and expensive repairs.

That’s where Faulkner Surveyors comes in.

We make the process smooth, compliant, and stress-free—so you can focus on your build, not the boundary drama.