Neighbour Refusing a Party Wall Agreement? Neighbour Refusing a Party Wall Agreement? If your neighbour will not sign or respond to a Party Wall Notice, it does not always mean your project has to stop. Learn what refusal, dissent and no response mean under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, and how a Party Wall Surveyor can help move matters forward correctly.… Read more published: 19/06/2026 When Do I Need a Party Wall Agreement? When Do I Need a Party Wall Agreement? Planning a loft conversion, rear extension, basement, chimney removal or structural alteration in London? This guide explains when you may need a Party Wall Notice, written neighbour consent, a Schedule of Condition Survey or a formal Party Wall Award before building work begins.… Read more published: 01/09/2025 What Is a Party Wall Agreement? Agreement vs Award vs Notice What Is a Party Wall Agreement? Agreement vs Award vs Notice Planning building works in London that affect a shared wall, boundary, party structure or nearby foundations? This guide explains the difference between a Party Wall Notice, written neighbour consent and a formal Party Wall Award, so you know what is required before work begins.… Read more published: 14/08/2025 What is a Party Wall? What is a Party Wall? If you're planning building works near or on a shared boundary in London, understanding what a party wall is—and how the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies—is essential to protect your project and maintain good neighbourly relations.… Read more published: 22/07/2025 Party Wall Surveyor Costs in London: Fees, Awards & Who Pays Party Wall Surveyor Costs in London: Fees, Awards & Who Pays A clear London cost guide for Party Wall notices, Schedule of Condition Surveys, Party Wall Awards and adjoining owner surveyor fees, including who usually pays under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and how to request a fixed-fee quote.… Read more published: 16/03/2026 Party Wall Agreement Examples: What Should Be Included? Party Wall Agreement Examples: What Should Be Included? Not sure what a party wall agreement should contain? This guide explains the key documents used under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, including Party Wall Notices, neighbour acknowledgements, consent responses and Party Wall Awards, with practical examples for London homeowners.… Read more published: 20/05/2026 Do You Need a Party Wall Agreement for Loft Conversion? Do You Need a Party Wall Agreement for Loft Conversion? Planning a loft conversion in London? Before you begin, it’s crucial to understand whether your project requires a party wall agreement under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 — and how to navigate the process smoothly.… Read more published: 23/07/2025 Party Wall Myths Debunked Party Wall Myths Debunked Some of the most expensive Party Wall mistakes begin with confident myths repeated as if they were law.… Read more published: 16/03/2026

Why choose Hourican Associates?

We are specialist regulated Party Wall surveyors and will always ensure our clients' interests are protected during building works.

Accredited

Hourican Associates specialise in all Party Wall matters in London and are fully qualified members of the FPWS, Pyramus & Thisbe Club and regulated by RICS, CIOB & CABE.

Thorough

We pay attention to the detail & are experts in all Party Wall matters, we ensure the protection supplied by the Party Wall Act is in place & accurately applied to your project.

Professional

We draw upon a wealth of experience and professional qualifications to ensure that we can assist our clients in the most cost and time effective way possible.

Experienced

We are specialist Party Wall surveyors with a wealth of experience working in London on projects of all sizes, always ensuring our clients are fully protected by the Party Wall Act.

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Roberto Palmer
Roberto Palmer
24 Jun 2025

Very professional service

N. Burgess
N. Burgess
28 Apr 2025

Richard came highly recommended and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone - especially if, like us, the party wall issues are complex. Richard is terrifically knowledgeable about the practices and law concerning party wall boundaries and very experienced. He is also great to deal with - responsive and highly professional. In our case, he was able to navigate the complexities (and personalities involved) with great skill. We are enormously grateful to him.

Peter Stimson
Peter Stimson
06 Mar 2025

Richard has acted as my Party wall surveyor and has has been incredibly responsive, knowledgeable and helpful throughout the process - he has a great set of contacts so if he doesn’t know the answer to something, he’ll know a man you does - throughly recommend

Gang Hu
Gang Hu
26 Feb 2025

Our friend introduced Richard to us to help on party wall matters. His work was delivered in a very efficient and timely way with high quality. Great experience and highly recommended.

Ash Island Lofts
Ash Island Lofts
20 Feb 2025

I first met Richard in Sept 2016 for a coffee, he went through his services and we gave him a trial run on a fairly complex party wall award requirement for a mid terrace in Fulham SW6. He booked the Schedule of Condition survey the following day and had the awards in my email within the week. Richard is now our main recommended PWS and since then has completed 100s of jobs for our clients. Richard is courteous, strong on customer service, good value, extremely knowledgeable and always a pleasure to deal with.

Jack
Jack
18 Feb 2025

I have worked with Richard for few years now and have nothing but praise. Fast acting, fair costing and thorough work. Clear communication is given throughout which makes working with Richard so much easier.

D Wilks
D Wilks
13 Jan 2025

I have worked with Richard on various basement projects in London and always found him very quick to respond to any emails and gets the party wall awards in place quickly with a fixed costs. He is our go to Party Wall surveyor..

CH Chiam
CH Chiam
18 Dec 2024

This is the second time I’ve used their party wall services. I find Richard to be very knowledgeable and always has time to answer my questions. I’ll recommend his services to my friends.

Cameron Brown
Cameron Brown
17 Nov 2024

Hourican Associates Ltd came recommended and quote was fair. Managed complex party wall situation with 5 neighbours for a loft extension. Schedule of conditions conducted and party wall agreements issued efficiently. Responsive when questions/issues arose.

Philip Dedich
Philip Dedich
17 Oct 2024

Engaging Richard from Hourican Associates as my party wall surveyor has been an absolute blessing. From start to finish, he has been extremely helpful, consistently offering valuable advice and guidance throughout the entire process. Richard’s responsiveness and willingness to address any additional queries I had was truly impressive, and he even went the extra mile on several occasions to ensure everything has gone smoothly. Working with him was an absolute pleasure, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Richard and the team at Hourican Associates to anyone seeking professional, reliable party wall services in the future.

Cherry Cherry cherry
Cherry Cherry cherry
17 Oct 2024

Has acted as Party Wall surveyor for me - really responsive and excellent service.

Peter Chalwin
Peter Chalwin
23 Jul 2024

Richard was very helpful. He’s knowledgable and quick to respond to queries. Would recommend.

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