Party Wall Surveyor in Romford
Party Wall Agreements, Notices & Dispute Resolution
If you’re planning building works in Romford, such as a loft conversion, rear extension, basement works or chimney removal ,there’s a strong chance the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies.
Faulkner Surveyors act as Party Wall Surveyors in Romford, helping homeowners comply with the Act, avoid disputes, and keep projects moving without unnecessary delay.
When Do You Need a Party Wall Surveyor in Romford?
Romford has a high proportion of semi-detached and terraced housing, which means party walls, boundary walls and shared foundations are common. When works affect these structures, the law requires a formal process to protect both you and your neighbour.
You will usually need to serve a Party Wall Notice, and potentially appoint a surveyor, if your works include:
Loft conversions involving steel beams into a shared wall
Rear or side extensions built up to or on the boundary
Removing chimney breasts attached to a neighbour’s wall
Excavating foundations within 3 or 6 metres of a neighbouring property
Works directly to a shared (party) wall or garden wall
These situations are particularly common across RM1, RM2, RM3 and surrounding Romford postcodes, where housing is closely spaced.
Failing to follow the correct procedure can lead to:
Costly disputes
Delays with builders already on site
How the Party Wall Process Works (Plain English)
Serve a valid Party Wall Notice
This must include specific legal information and be served correctly. Errors can invalidate the notice.
Neighbour’s response
Your neighbour can consent, dissent, or request their own surveyor.
Surveyor appointment
If there’s a dispute, surveyors are appointed to act impartially under the Act.
Party Wall Award prepared
This document sets out how works must proceed, protects both properties, and records condition.
Works commence with legal protection in place
Acting for Building Owners & Adjoining Owners in Romford
We regularly act for:
Building Owners carrying out works
Adjoining Owners concerned about damage or risk
Our role is not to “take sides” — it is to apply the Act properly, reduce risk, and ensure clear, enforceable agreements are in place.
Why Use Faulkner Surveyors in Romford?
Specialists in Party Wall matters only — not general surveying
Experience with Romford-style housing and common local projects
Clear, structured advice without legal jargon
Focus on preventing disputes, not inflaming them
Efficient handling to avoid unnecessary delays to works
Party wall issues are far easier — and cheaper — to deal with before works start.
Common Party Wall Issues We See in Romford
Neighbours refusing consent due to lack of explanation
Incorrect or invalid notices served by builders
Works starting too early without proper authority
Damage concerns where no schedule of condition exists
Disputes escalating because the process wasn’t followed correctly
Most of these are avoidable with proper advice at the outset.
Speak to a Party Wall Surveyor in Romford
If you’re planning works or have received a Party Wall Notice in Romford, getting advice early can save significant time and cost.
We can:
Advise whether the Act applies
Prepare and serve valid notices
Act as agreed or separate surveyors
Resolve disputes efficiently
Contact Faulkner Surveyors to discuss your situation and next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions | Party Wall Surveyor Romford
Yes. Romford has a high concentration of semi-detached and terraced homes, especially across RM1, RM2 and RM3, where shared walls and close boundaries are common. Extensions, loft conversions and chimney removals regularly fall within the scope of the Act.
Costs depend on the type of works and whether a dispute arises. Early advice and correct notices often reduce overall costs significantly.
They cannot prevent lawful works, but they can delay them if the correct party wall procedure is not followed. This is a common issue locally when building works begin before notices are served or before a Party Wall Award is in place.
Often, yes. Rear extensions in Romford frequently involve foundations close to neighbouring properties or work on boundary walls. These circumstances commonly trigger the Act and require formal notice.
Yes. We regularly act for adjoining owners in Romford who have concerns about damage, vibration or structural risk from neighbouring works. The surveyor’s role is to apply the Act impartially and ensure proper protection is in place.
We cover Romford and surrounding areas, including Gidea Park, Hornchurch, Harold Hill, Collier Row and Rush Green, as well as neighbouring RM postcodes.