We support building owners, adjoining owners, homeowners, landlords, developers and architects under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Whether you are planning a loft conversion, rear extension, chimney breast removal, basement excavation or works close to a boundary, our team can help you understand what notices are required and how to keep your project moving.
Hourican Associates are a Chartered Building Consultancy specialising in Party Wall surveying in London, with professional regulation and memberships including RICS, CIOB, MCABE, FPWS and the Pyramus & Thisbe Society.
Local Party Wall Surveyors for London Building Works
“Near me” matters because London party wall projects are often time-sensitive, neighbour-sensitive and technically detailed. We provide responsive advice across London, with local knowledge of terraced houses, mansion blocks, converted flats, high-value refurbishments, basement schemes and dense urban sites.
Fast Notice Advice
Not sure whether your works are notifiable? We review drawings, explain which notices may apply and help serve valid notices on the correct adjoining owners.
Schedules of Condition
A detailed written and photographic record helps protect both owners before works start, especially where extensions, excavation or structural alterations are proposed.
Party Wall Awards
If a dispute arises, we prepare and agree Party Wall Awards that set out how and when the works may proceed, including safeguards for adjoining properties.
When Should You Hire a Party Wall Surveyor Near You?
You should speak to a local Party Wall surveyor early if your proposed works may affect a shared wall, a party structure, a boundary or neighbouring foundations. The most common London projects that trigger the Act include:
- Loft conversions: inserting steel beams into a party wall, raising a party wall, forming dormers or carrying out structural roof works.
- Rear and side return extensions: excavating near neighbouring foundations, building close to a boundary or cutting into party structures.
- Basement works: excavation, underpinning, deep foundations and structural works affecting neighbouring buildings.
- Chimney breast removal: removing or altering a chimney breast attached to a party wall.
- Boundary works: building a new wall on or near the line of junction, garden walls and development close to shared boundaries.
If you are unsure, it is safer to check before works begin. Serving the wrong notice, missing an adjoining owner or starting works too early can cause avoidable delays, disputes or injunction risk.
Which Party Wall Notice Might Apply?
Section 1 Notice
For building a new wall at or astride the boundary line. This is common for extensions, garden walls and new development close to neighbouring land.
Usually requires at least one month’s notice before works begin.
Section 2 / Party Structure Notice
For works directly affecting a party wall or party structure, such as cutting in steel beams, raising the wall, removing chimney breasts or structural alterations.
Usually requires at least two months’ notice before works begin.
Section 6 Excavation Notice
For excavations within 3 metres or 6 metres of neighbouring structures, depending on depth and relationship to neighbouring foundations.
Usually requires at least one month’s notice before works begin.
For more detail, see our dedicated guides to Party Wall excavation notices, party structure surveys and Party Structure Notices.
Party Wall Surveyors Near Me for Building Owners
If you are the building owner carrying out works, we help you understand your obligations before the project starts. Early advice can improve the chance of neighbourly consent and reduce the risk of delay.
- Reviewing drawings and identifying affected adjoining owners
- Preparing and serving valid Party Wall Notices
- Managing responses, consent, dissent and follow-up correspondence
- Preparing Schedules of Condition where appropriate
- Agreeing Party Wall Awards where a dispute arises
Party Wall Advice if You Have Received a Notice
If your neighbour has served a Party Wall Notice, you do not have to ignore it or respond without advice. As adjoining owner surveyors, we explain what the notice means, whether the proposed works are properly described and what protections may be needed.
- Reviewing notices, drawings and proposed start dates
- Explaining consent, dissent and agreed surveyor options
- Recording your property with a detailed Schedule of Condition
- Requesting reasonable safeguards, method details and working arrangements
- Helping resolve concerns without escalating neighbour tensions unnecessarily
Party Wall Surveyor Costs Near Me
Party Wall Notices
£150 + VAT
Per adjoining owner. Includes notice preparation and service based on the information supplied.
Schedule of Condition
£385–£585 + VAT
Depending on works and property size. Basement surveys are priced separately due to the wider scope and level of detail required.
Full Party Wall Award
£1,100–£1,500 + VAT
Typical range for serving notice, carrying out the survey and agreeing the Award. Fees depend on property, project size and complexity.
Fees are indicative and subject to the number of adjoining owners, notice types, property access, project complexity and whether separate surveyors are appointed. Send us your plans for a fixed, tailored quote.
Request a Fixed Fee QuoteHow Our Local Party Wall Surveyor Process Works
We keep the process clear from the first enquiry, so you know what is needed, what it may cost and what happens next.
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Send us your plans
Provide drawings, the site address, neighbour details if available and a short description of the proposed works. -
We confirm whether the Act may apply
We identify likely notice types, affected adjoining owners and any early risks that could delay the project. -
Notices are prepared and served
We prepare clear Party Wall Notices and manage the response period, including consent, dissent or no reply. -
Survey and Award if required
Where a dispute arises, we prepare a Schedule of Condition and agree a Party Wall Award setting out how the works may proceed.
Party Wall Surveyors Near Me Across London
We provide local Party Wall surveying services across London. Use the links below to find area-specific guidance, project examples and local Party Wall advice.
Regional Hubs
West & South West
North & Central
Recent Party Wall Projects Near You
Our London Party Wall work includes loft conversions, rear extensions, basement excavations, chimney removals and structural refurbishments across established residential neighbourhoods.
N5 Highbury
Islington
Party Wall survey and Award support for residential works in Islington.
N6 Highgate
Haringey
Neighbour-sensitive Party Wall matters for works in Highgate and Haringey.
NW3 Hampstead
Camden
Party Wall support for basement and refurbishment works in Hampstead.
View more examples on our Party Wall projects near me page, including work across London homes, extensions and complex structural schemes.
How to Choose the Right Party Wall Surveyor Near You
Specialist Experience
Choose a surveyor who deals with Party Wall matters regularly, not as an occasional add-on service.
Professional Regulation
Look for recognised qualifications, professional memberships and proper accountability.
Clear Fees
Ask for a written quote that explains what is included and what may increase costs.
Local Knowledge
London sites often involve tight access, adjoining flats, basements, old housing stock and sensitive neighbours.
For more guidance, read our article on finding the best Party Wall surveyors in London near me.
Party Wall Surveyors Near Me – FAQs
Look for specialist Party Wall surveyors with London experience, professional regulation, clear fees and a practical understanding of notices, Schedules of Condition and Party Wall Awards. Hourican Associates specialise in Party Wall surveying across London and can provide fast initial guidance based on your plans.
You may need a surveyor where your works affect a party wall or party structure, involve building on or near a boundary, or require excavation close to neighbouring foundations. Common examples include loft conversions, rear extensions, basement works, chimney removals and structural alterations.
Our Party Wall Notice service starts from £150 + VAT per adjoining owner. Schedule of Condition Surveys are typically £385–£585 + VAT depending on works and property size. Full Party Wall Award services usually range from £1,100–£1,500 + VAT, with basement and complex works priced separately.
If an adjoining owner dissents or does not respond, a dispute is deemed to have arisen under the Act. Surveyors are then appointed to resolve the matter and agree a Party Wall Award. Your neighbour’s dissent does not automatically stop the works, but the correct Party Wall process must be followed before notifiable works proceed.
Yes. If both owners agree, one impartial Agreed Surveyor can act under the Act. This can reduce cost and speed up the process for suitable projects, while still requiring the surveyor to act independently and fairly.
A Schedule of Condition is strongly recommended where works may affect neighbouring property. It records the existing condition before works start and can help avoid uncertainty if damage is alleged during or after the project.
We cover all areas of London, including North, South, East, West and Central London. Our local pages include Chiswick, Fulham, Chelsea, Kensington, Westminster, Wandsworth, Camden, Islington, Haringey, Richmond, Southwark, Greenwich, Croydon and more.
Contact a surveyor as soon as drawings are developed enough to identify the notifiable works. Party structure notices generally require two months’ notice, while line of junction and excavation notices generally require one month, so early advice helps avoid programme delays.
Speak to Party Wall Surveyors Near You
Planning works or received a Party Wall Notice? Send us your drawings and we’ll provide clear advice, confirm the likely next steps and prepare a fixed-fee quote where possible.
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This page provides general Party Wall information only and is not legal advice. For project-specific advice, contact a qualified Party Wall surveyor or solicitor where legal advice is required.
I engaged Hourican & Associates for a Party Wall Agreement with 2 adjoining neighbours who are both tenants. Richard was very responsive from first contact and remained so throughout the consultation and when the Awards were issued. Very professional at all times and answered any questions in a timely manner. Our neighbours, both tenants and landlords didn't have any complaints either. I have recommended Hourican to some friends who may need similar services in the near future and wouldn't hesitate to use them again if needed.
Great Service, even with the impediment of a 2020 lockdown. Great communication
Richard Hourican dealt with my party wall notices on both sides for an extension and loft conversion. Very efficient and knowledgeable. He got it all dealt with very quickly. Would definitely recommend!
Richard & team helped us sort out a party wall agreement with an unresponsive neighbour. Everything went smoothly and on time so I would recommend their services.
Richard worked efficiently to a very tight deadline, managing all counterparties excellently and with clear impartiality. Technically able, with an excellent knowledge of the Act, and an ability to explain to the layman. I would highly recommend and would definitely use him again.
Working with Richard has been the easiest part of our recent building project, would certainly use again. He agreed the Party Wall Awards quickly and without any prompting needed from our side.
We couldn’t be happier with the professional advice and service we received from Richard. He went above and beyond our expectations in handling a particularly difficult party wall award which we are extremely grateful for. I highly recommend Richard’s services to anyone and will definitely use his services again in the future.
Excellent service, would highly recommend. Richard made the party wall process pain free with both my neighbours happy with the agreements which were drawn up. Chiswick W4
Richard is a very professional and supportive expert. We have received lots of really helpful advice from the company and as such we feel assured we are carrying out our works appropriately. He is really friendly and puts complicated legal jargon into a laypersons language! I would most definitely use Hourican & Associates again and would not hesitate to recommend them to all. Thank you Richard!
We were extremely impressed with the service provided by Hourican Associates. We needed a Schedule of Condition completed to a tight deadline. Richard and his team were able to squeeze us in last minute to accommodate the project. Very professional and competitively priced service. I would highly recommend.
I would thoroughly recommend H&A having been referred by the company who are doing my loft conversion, about an unusual party wall matter. Richard was very helpful, professional and knowledgeable and willing to give some free, solid advice. A rarity these days! Should I need the services of a surveyor again in the future, I wouldn’t hesitate to use them and would I’d recommend wholeheartedly to others.
Fantastic service from Richard, would highly recommend.