When Does a Party Wall Third Surveyor Step In? When Does a Party Wall Third Surveyor Step In? A practical London guide explaining how a Third Surveyor is selected, when a Party Wall dispute may be referred to them and what happens after their decision.… Read more published: 17/07/2026 What is the Party Wall Act? What is the Party Wall Act? A clear, plain-English guide to when the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies, what notice you may need to serve, how neighbours can respond, and when a Party Wall Award protects both properties.… Read more published: 09/02/2026 Schedule of Condition Survey Cost London: What Affects the Price? Schedule of Condition Survey Cost London: What Affects the Price? Understand Schedule of Condition survey costs in London, what affects the price, who usually pays, and how a clear pre-works record can help protect your property.… Read more published: 07/07/2026 Can You Serve a Party Wall Notice by Email? Can You Serve a Party Wall Notice by Email? Find out when a Party Wall Notice can be served by email, when paper service is safer, and how London homeowners can avoid invalid notice problems.… Read more published: 01/07/2026 Party Wall Notice Template UK Party Wall Notice Template UK A practical London homeowner guide to notice types, timing, required details and when a surveyor should check your draft before it reaches a neighbour.… Read more published: 01/07/2026 Party Wall Section 2 Explained Party Wall Section 2 Explained A clear London homeowner guide to Party Structure Notices, steel beams, chimney breast removal, raising walls and other works to existing party walls.… Read more published: 24/06/2026 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

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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James Lemon
James Lemon
07 Feb 2026

Richard was a great recommendation and went above and beyond to arrange complex party wall agreements for both sets of neighbours. He worked well with our border team as plans changed and then came together and was highly professional and collaborative. Arranged monitoring and liaised and communicated with everyone smoothly. Would be a great addition to any building project.

Sam Donald
Sam Donald
03 Feb 2026

Richard was fantastic to work with - very efficient and knowledgeable, and got the work done with minimal fuss.

Nicole Cruise
Nicole Cruise
13 Jan 2026

Richard was excellent to work with, we have 6 partywalls to complete in a short time and he kept us up to date throughout and chased daily to make sure they were done on time.

Andrew Bower
Andrew Bower
09 Jan 2026

Geeat experience! Richard engaged with me quickly and communicated well at all stages, making the whole process easy and managing any queries promptly. I'd recommend him

Jo-Anne Williams
Jo-Anne Williams
20 Nov 2025

Absolutely brilliant service. H&A assisted us on an urgent basis with a schedule of condition. They were prompt, efficient and extremely professional. The quality of their work speaks for itself. I would highly recommend them.

Hoe
Hoe
25 Oct 2025

Richard has been extremely helpful when dealing with my queries about my neighbour extension works even after he was informed that he was not appointed as the party wall surveyor due to some communication issues. A great way to handle such situation professionally.

Emma Charlotte
Emma Charlotte
14 Oct 2025

Highly recommend working with Richard and his team.

Ambrose Crofton
Ambrose Crofton
21 Aug 2025

Richard was first class with how he helped me with my query. Despite immediately realising Hourican Associates couldn't help me with the work i required, he spent 15 minutes on the phone discussing my problem and directing me to other trusted professionals who could help me. Thanks!!

Lisa Story
Lisa Story
15 Aug 2025

Used for a Party Wall Agreement. Incredibly efficient, fast and very responsive to any questions. Thank you!

Charlie
Charlie
01 Aug 2025

I found out I needed party wall awards from no less than 8 neighbours and AFTER strip out works. Richard Hourican made saving the day a breeze, meeting all our new neighbours and walking them through the somewhat complicated party wall process. I had been told that one could do party wall awards yourself, I now understand there is absolutely no way that would have been done correctly or as efficiently without the help of Richard and his team. I recommend you call him and explain your situation, he'll sort it and give you a very reasonable fee for the pleasure.

Martin Azzinnaro
Martin Azzinnaro
26 Jul 2025

I can’t recommend Richard and Hourican Associates highly enough. From the outset of our loft conversion project, they demonstrated professionalism, deep expertise, and a calm, solution-focused approach that proved invaluable. Not only did Richard provide clear, practical guidance through the technical and regulatory aspects, but he also managed sensitive party wall matters with diplomacy and clarity. His ability to communicate effectively, mediate concerns, and ensure we remained compliant with all building approvals gave us great peace of mind throughout the process. If you're considering any home extension or loft work, especially where neighbour relations or party wall matters might become tricky, I’d strongly recommend working with Hourican Associates. An absolute asset to any project.

James Williamson
James Williamson
11 Jul 2025

Provided excellent advice on handling of a party wall award - would recommend.

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