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Faulkner Party Wall Surveyor Worthing

Are you planning a building work at you home like, an extension, loft conversion, or anything else that involves work on or near a shared wall? You may have to deal with party wall issues.

We are your local party wall surveyors in Worthing who help you to take out stress from your building work.

We will do the paperwork, ensure things are done legally, and keep things friendly and smooth between you and your neighbours, so you can get on with the job and do it properly.

Why use party wall surveyor in disputes?

When faced with row over either of shared walls, party walls or boundaries, a Party wall surveyor Worthing is a third party who offers impartial decision in matters concerning the row and must ensure that the result is fair and that the Party Wall etc. Acts 1996 are abided by.

We’re not here to take sides. Our job is to make sure things are fair for both building owner and the neighbour.

Our work is to protect the rights of the building owner and the neighbour.

Remedies available to a party wall surveyor will prevent small problems leading to expensive and messy legal action, through giving notices, inspecting and also writing the Party Wall Award.

This is a contract agreement, which entails the terms and conditions in the work. In high stress situations between neighbours a surveyor can introduce objectivity, clarity and structure into proceedings and even a peace of mind.

What are the conditions in which I require a party wall surveyor?

You need a Faulkner party wall surveyor Worthing before starting any building work, like extensions, loft conversions, digging near foundations, or taking out chimney breasts.

If it affect wall, boundary, or structure shared with a neighbour. In this case you need Faulkner party wall surveyor Worthing.

It’s best to bring in a surveyor as early as possible — ideally once your plans are drawn up but before work begins.

They’ll help you serve the correct notices and guide you through the legal steps under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, helping avoid delays or disputes later on.

Even if your neighbour seems fine with the plans, having a professional involved protects both sides and keeps everything above board.

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Can a party wall surveyor represent both parties?

Yes — under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, a single party wall surveyor Worthing can act for both the building owner (the one doing the work) and the adjoining owner (the neighbour). This role is known as an Agreed Surveyor.

Choosing one surveyor to represent both sides is often a smart move when there’s a good relationship between neighbours and no strong objections to the proposed work.

It can keep things simple, quicker, and more affordable — since you’re only paying for one surveyor rather than two.

That said, even when acting for both parties, the surveyor must remain completely impartial.

Their legal duty is not to “help” one side win, but to ensure the work is carried out in line with the law and that both neighbours are protected.

The Agreed Surveyor will inspect the properties (if needed), prepare a Schedule of Condition, and issue the Party Wall Award — a legally binding document setting out how and when the work can be done, including protections for the neighbour’s property.

It’s a practical option that works well when both sides want a smooth, fair process without unnecessary complications.

What documents should a Worthing party wall surveyor provide?

A Faulkner party wall surveyor Worthing will usually provide the following:

Party Wall Notice – A formal letter informing your neighbour about the planned works. It must be served before the work starts and gives your neighbour a chance to respond.
Schedule-of-Condition documents– It is written and photographic record of your neighbour’s property before work begins. if there is any damage this will help both parties later on.
Party Wall Award – This is the written agreement that spells out the details of your building work, including timing and access, so everyone knows where they stand.
Written Correspondence – Copies of all letters, agreements, and notices exchanged during the process to keep everything transparent and compliant.

Above mentioned documents make sure your building work is following the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 to avoid unnecessary disputes