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Party Wall Advice for Owners of Properties in Rochester

Our team of specialist party wall surveyors have been advising owners in Rochester for decades. Whether we are dealing with an extension that incorporates a wall at the boundary or a loft conversion with a rear dormer, our focus is on finding a fair balance between the building owner’s desire to complete their works as quickly as possible and the need to minimise risk and inconvenience to adjoining owners.

The process starts with the owner who is proposing to undertake work falling within the scope of the Act notifying any affected adjoining owners. Owners can prepare their own notices, but as they must include certain specific information and be served in a particular way, we’re often asked to do that for them.

Below you will find links to the hundreds of positive reviews we’ve received from both building owners and adjoining owners in and around Rochester. Call today to take advantage of our expertise.

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If you planning to undertake work falling within the scope of the Act or have received a party wall notice please call for some free advice or drop us an email.

Recent Activity in Rochester

Our team of surveyors have assisted numerous clients over the years with the purchase of their Rochester property both by providing valuation advice and pre-purchase surveys. Residents regularly come back to us when it’s time to refurbish or extend their property so that we can advise on neighbourly matters or just manage the whole project.

This is where we’ll be providing details of some of the Rochester based projects we’ve worked on recently, the challenges that we’ve faced and the feedback we’ve received from our clients so please check back over the next few weeks to read more.

In the meantime, we’d recommend that you check out the large collection of posts that have been added to our blog since 2009 including a few detailed case studies.

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Further Reviews

You can read further reviews from our clients in and around Rochester on our Google Business page

MORE ABOUT OUR PARTY WALL SERVICES

Read more about party wall procedures including what works fall within the scope of the Act, the procedures to be followed and how our team of experienced surveyors can help the process run as smoothly as possible.

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If you are planning to undertake works falling within the scope of the Act find out more about what we can do for you including preparing the notice(s), recording a schedule of condition or acting as the appointed surveyor.

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If your neighbours are preparing to undertake works that may affect your property or if you've recently received a party wall notice find out more about the options and available and which best suits your circumstances.

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Excavating a basement extension is one of the riskier types of work falling within the scope of the Act. Find out more about the special characteristics of this type of work and how they impact party wall procedures.

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If you require advice on any residential surveying matter please call us for some free advice or drop us an email.

About Rochester

The picturesque town of Rochester sits along the banks of the River Medway, in the heart of Kent. Positioned strategically between Gravesend to the northwest and Edenbridge to the southeast the town is well-connected by road, and the Rochester railway station provides easy access to London and other neighbouring towns.

Among the town’s most iconic landmarks are Rochester Cathedral, a stunning example of Norman architecture, and the historic Rochester Castle known for its breathtaking views of the surrounding area, and more recently hosting concerts for UB40, Craig David and Jools Holland.

The Guildhall Museum offers a glimpse into the town’s past, with its collection of artifacts and exhibitions. Football enthusiasts find solace in supporting Rochester FC, a local football club with a passionate following.

Adding a literary flourish is Rochester’s connection with Charles Dickens, who lived and wrote here. The cobbled streets served as both an inspiration and a backdrop for many of Dickens’ timeless works and the connection is celebrated throughout the town, with various sites and events dedicated to the literary icon. The 2015 adaptation of Jekyll and Hyde brought the town’s scenic beauty to the silver screen.

YOUR LOCAL PETER BARRY OFFICE

1 Cobden Road
Sevenoaks
Kent
TN13 3UB

Telephone: 01732 441 536
Email: surveying@peterbarry.co.uk

Contact Us

If you require advice on any residential surveying matter please call us for some free advice or drop us an email.

WHY CHOOSE PETER BARRY

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PARTY WALL SPECIALISTS

We have a team of surveyors specialising in party wall matters so you can be sure that your appointed surveyor is an expert in the field.

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RICS Surveyors

Our surveyors are members of the Royal Institution Chartered Surveyors (RICS) so you can rely on their honesty, integrity and professionalism.

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Regulated Company

Peter Barry Surveyors are Regulated by the RICS ensuring that you have a free to use method of redress should anything go wrong.

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Best Practice

Our team have a duty to keep up to date with the latest party wall case law and this will be reflected in the advice that you receive.

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Governing Bodies

The team are also members of party wall specific governing bodies the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors or the Pyramus & Thisbe Society.

Excellent service - prompt, professional and competitively priced.
We found Peter Barry Surveyors via an AI search as we needed a party wall surveyor for a rather complex party wall rebuilding issue. Jaynell Mainoo handled our case and we are extremely happy with the service and the efficiency. We will definitely ask for Jaynell again if needed.
I recently used Peter Barry to help me secure party wall agreements from my two neighbours, and I couldn't be more impressed. From start to finish, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. They guided me through the entire process, answered all my questions promptly, and made what I expected to be a stressful experience completely hassle-free. Thanks to their expertise and excellent communication, both agreements were obtained quickly and without any issues. I highly recommend Peter Barry to anyone needing party wall support—you’ll be in great hands!
Peter Barry assisted us with a surveyor’s report following cracking in a property we manage. Joanne was excellent in booking a surveyor promptly and professionally.
We recently used Peter Barry Chartered Surveyors to handle our party wall agreement and were extremely pleased with the service we received.

From start to finish, the team was professional, knowledgeable, and very responsive. They explained the party wall process clearly, kept everything moving efficiently.

Communication was excellent throughout, and we felt confident that everything was being handled properly and fairly for all parties involved.

I would highly recommend Peter Barry Chartered Surveyors to anyone needing party wall advice or surveying services.
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