If you are planning building works in Leicester, it is highly likely that the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 will apply. Accordingly you will need a Party Wall Surveyor in Leicester. Properties in Leicester are often closely built, with shared walls, boundaries and foundations, making party wall matters a common and important consideration.
Graham Kinnear Property Consultants provide specialist party wall surveyor services in Leicester, helping homeowners, landlords and developers comply with the Act and avoid disputes, delays or legal action.
Contact our Leicester party wall surveyors today for clear, professional advice.
Do I Need a Party Wall Surveyor?
Many property owners in Leicester ask:
“Do I need a party wall surveyor for my project?”
You will usually require a party wall surveyor if your works include:
- Loft conversions involving steel beams
- Basement excavations
- Rear or side extensions
- Structural works to shared walls
- Excavations close to neighbouring buildings
Where neighbour consent is not provided, a party wall surveyor must be appointed to agree and serve a Party Wall Award.
Speak to Graham Kinnear Property Consultants to confirm whether the Act applies to your Leicester property.
Typical Party Wall Projects in Leicester
We regularly act on party wall matters relating to:
- Victorian and Georgian terraced houses
- Converted flats and maisonettes
- Basement developments
- Boundary wall alterations
- Commercial refurbishments
Our experience in Leicester allows us to anticipate issues early and manage them efficiently.
Our Party Wall Surveyor Services in Leicester
For Building Owners
- Preparation and service of Party Wall Notices
- Acting as Agreed Surveyor where appropriate
- Schedules of Condition
- Drafting and serving Party Wall Awards
- Managing access and damage provisions
For Adjoining Owners
- Reviewing proposed works
- Ensuring adequate protection for your property
- Monitoring high-risk construction works
- Resolving disputes impartially
Professional, compliant and technically robust advice to protect buildings.
Why Choose Graham Kinnear Property Consultants in Leicester?
- Specialist party wall expertise
- Extensive experience in Leicester properties
- Clear, professional communication
- Efficient dispute resolution
- Trusted by homeowners and developers
- Multi Award winning service
Contact Graham Kinnear Property Consultants today for party wall advice in Leicester
Party Wall Surveyor – FAQs
Do I need a party wall surveyor for a loft conversion in Leicester?
Yes. Most loft conversions involve cutting into a party wall to install steel beams, which triggers the Party Wall Act.
How much does a party wall surveyor cost in Leicester?
Costs depend on the complexity of the works and the number of surveyors appointed. Contact us for a clear, upfront explanation. Our get a free no obligation quote.
Can one surveyor act for both owners in Leicester?
Yes. If both parties agree, a single Agreed Surveyor can be appointed.
What happens if my neighbour dissents?
A dispute is deemed to have arisen and surveyors will be appointed to prepare a Party Wall Award.
