Faulkner Surveyors
Faulkner Surveyors for Removing a Chimney Breast Redhill
Faulkner Surveyors are dedicated surveyors, we can help you if you are planning to removing a chimney breast Redhill?
But before you start you work, it’s important to know there are a few things to check first especially if the chimney is on a wall shared with your neighbour.
We will guide you through the process. We handle everything—from legal notices to safety checks—so the work can go ahead without any legal stress for you.
What Legal Permissions Do You Need in Redhill to Remove a Chimney Breast?
Removing a chimney breast Redhill is not just about knocking down a wall, it comes with a few legal steps you will want to know first.
Here’s what you might need:
Building Control Approval
If you’re planning to remove a chimney, you’ll need to let your local Building Control team know. They just want to be sure everything stays safe and that your house is still structurally sound after the work is done.
Party Wall Notice
If the chimney breast Redhill is attached to a wall you share with your neighbour, you’ll need to give them a formal notice before starting anything. They can either agree to the work or choose to bring in their own surveyor. It’s just part of making sure both sides are protected.
Planning Permission (sometimes)
In certain situations—like if your home is listed or in a conservation area—you might need extra permission from the planning department. It’s not always required, but it’s good to double-check.
At Faulkner Surveyors, we’ll help you figure out exactly what permissions apply to your property. And once we know what’s needed, we’ll guide you through each step so nothing gets missed while the work’s being done.
How Can Faulkner Surveyors Assist with Party Wall Agreements Locally?
If your chimney breast Redhill sits on a shared wall, you can’t just go ahead with removal. You’ll need to notify your neighbour with a Party Wall Notice. That’s where we help.
Faulkner Surveyors act as your expert guide for Party Wall matters in Redhill.
Once appointed, we’ll prepare and serve the correct legal notice, communicate with your neighbour or their surveyor, and draft the Party Wall Award if needed.
We do not take anyone sides. Our job is working fairly to both parties. When you have done everything properly it will save lofts of time, avoid dispute, and help to work smoothly without any problems.
We just keep things very clear, fair and smooth from day one.
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What Structural Solutions Do Surveyors Recommend for Removing Chimney Breast Redhill?
Taking out a chimney breast Redhill isn’t as simple as just removing it—you also have to think about what’s left behind. Chimney breasts help support the floors and walls above them, so once you take that out, something else needs to take the load.
That’s where structural support comes in. Based on the design of your home, a structural engineer (often working alongside your surveyor) will usually recommend one of the following:
1. Steel Beams (RSJs) : These are fitted horizontally to carry the weight of the brickwork and floors above the removed chimney breast Redhill.
2. Spreader Plates or Padstones : These help distribute the load evenly into surrounding walls.
3. Bracket Systems : In some loft spaces or upper levels, brackets or gallows brackets might be enough—though these aren’t always approved by Building Control.
What Happens After the Survey? From Drafting to Done
Once we’ve had a look at things and done the checks, here’s what usually comes next:
1. Putting the Party Wall Award Together (if it’s needed)
If your neighbour hasn’t given you written consent yet, we’ll help sort out a Party Wall Award. It’s just a document that explains what kind of work you’re doing, how you’ll go about it, and when it’s all happening.
We also take note of what your neighbour’s property looks like before anything starts—just in case there’s a question later.
2. Keeping in Touch With You
As work is going, we will get in touch with you whenever you want us we a just one call away, We also come to check the work are going under the party wall Act or not, so you can stay stress free during all work
3. Still Here if You Need Us
We won’t be swinging hammers, but we won’t vanish either.
If something pops up—or your neighbour has questions—we’re just a call away. It’s part of making sure the job keeps moving without drama.
4. Wrapping Things Up Properly
When the work’s done, we take a final look to check it all lines up with what was agreed.
If there’s anything left to finish up with Building Control, we can help you tick that off too.