Planning an extension? If so, your project likely involves the excavation of new foundations, or even substantial landscaping works. Why is this relevant? Surely you only need to worry about serving notice for works to the shared party wall between you and your neighbour - it is called the Party Wall etc. Act 1996?

Skipping the Party Wall process might seem convenient, but it can lead to costly delays, neighbour disputes, and legal action. This guide explains why compliance isn’t optional — and how to avoid common pitfalls.

As with any legal process, some of the terms used can be a little confusing. We've added some definitions to some of the more common...

In our last article, we considered some of the common causes of penetrating dampness and how to identify it. In this article, we will...

Damp issues can be difficult to diagnose correctly. Often, different causes of dampness can produce similar symptoms in the building, and...

Rarely is such a difference of opinion faced among professionals than the question of whether ‘Rising Damp’ exists. On one side is a...

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In our previous article, we discussed the different types of notices served under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and their content...

In our previous article, we briefly outlined the purpose of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 (the Act) and the legal obligation it places on...

Are you planning to carry out building works that involve shared walls, excavations or boundaries near to your neighbours? Do you want to...

So you’ve got planning permission for your new extension or loft conversion, the architect is preparing drawings for the Building Control...