EXPERT PROPERTY SURVEYING SERVICES THAT SPECIFICALLY CATER TO BRENTWOOD AND SURROUNDING AREAS

If you are looking for a new home in Brentwood or the surrounding areas or if you or your neighbours are planning work on a property, our experienced team of Chartered Surveyors are here to help you.

PETER BARRY ARE CHARTERED SURVEYORS SPECIALISING IN PROPERTY SURVEYS AND PARTY WALL MATTERS

Our team of surveyors are passionate about inspecting properties in Brentwood whether it be as part of a pre-purchase survey, to establish a property’s value or to prepare a schedule of condition prior to works commencing next door.

If you are planning a building project in Brentwood you’ve probably started thinking about party wall procedures. The first step is to establish whether the works fall within the scope of the Act – if you’d like us to do that for you, free of charge, just send us copies of the drawings and we’ll normally come back to you within 24 hours. If you’re on the other side of the wall, we can also assist if you’ve decided that you need to appoint a surveyor or just need some initial advice without obligation.

We can also assist with managing the project or with a range of other surveying issues in Brentwood including Licences for Alteration and leasehold valuations.

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If you require free advice or a quote in relation to a residential surveying matter in Brentwood and the surrounding areas please contact us today.

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WHAT IS THE PARTY WALL ACT?

The Party Wall Act covers 3 distinct areas of work; changes to an existing party structures, the construction of new walls at the boundary and excavation within 3 or 6 metres of a shared or adjoining structure. An owner proposing to undertake any such work (known as the “building owner”) is required to formally notify the owners of affected neighbouring properties.

If the owner of the neighbouring property (known as the “adjoining owner”) does not consent to the notice, a dispute arises and both parties must appoint a surveyor, or concur in the appointment of a single ‘agreed’ surveyor. The surveyors produce a document called a “party wall award”.

The award confirms the building owner’s right to undertake the work but only in a way that minimises the risk of damage and ensures that the occupants of the adjoining owner’s property do not suffer unnecessary inconvenience. As part of the process, the condition of the adjoining owner’s property is recorded so that if damage is reported either during or following the works, there is a prior record to check it against.

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PROPERTY SURVEYS & VALUATIONS

Our team of Chartered Surveyors have many years’ experience of inspecting properties. Whatever the style or type of property you’re buying you’ll feel more confident armed with one of our survey reports.

LEASEHOLD VALUATIONS

Whether you’re thinking of extending your lease or enfranchising the freehold of your building we are at hand to offer the advice you require. We have the necessary experience to accurately value properties and enter in to negotiations on your behalf.

PARTY WALL ADVICE

Our experienced team of party wall surveyors are on hand to assist whether you’re planning additions or alterations to your property that fall within the scope of The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 or you’ve received a notice informing you of a neighbour’s proposed works.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Our Project Management team provide bespoke professional services in assisting our clients to manage the process of design, planning, procuring and overseeing construction works for a variety of types of building.

OTHER SERVICES

We cover all aspects of residential survey work including Specific Defect Reports, Snagging Lists and Reinstatement Cost Assessments. We have several RICS Registered Valuers on the team offering valuations for a range of purposes including tax planning and matrimonial proceedings.

RECENT ACTIVITY IN BRENTWOOD

Our team of surveyors have assisted numerous clients over the years with the purchase of their Brentwood 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 Brentwood 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.

Peter Barry surveyors were contacted by the adjoining owner whose neighbour had submitted a planning permission for a vast scheme of works which included a wraparound extension at the boundary. They appointed Matthew Price MRICS who worked with the neighbour Surveyor to produce and serve the partly wall award.

Wallis undertaking the schedule of condition inspection, it was apparent that there was a need to consider how access would be maintained down the side of the adjoining owners property as this was essential to move through the property on a daily basis. The resulting award allowed for hoarding only 20 cm onto the land meaning that the wall would be constructed over hand and only once complete with the hoarding be taken down to allow for rendering.

Despite the general inconvenience of the building project as a whole, the Joy owner was happy that the impact of this aspect was thankfully minimalised.

We were contacted by the adjoining owner regarding their concerns about the building owners’ proposed works and wished to appoint a independent party wall surveyor that would listen to their concerns. The proposed works were in relation to a loft conversion to the building owners’ mid terraced house, with the adjoining owner concerned about damage to their recently repaired roof.

Party wall process was followed and discussions between the two surveyors required the plans to be amended slightly in order for access to be granted under the Act to the adjoining owners’ property as they preferred for the building owners’ dormer cheek to sit flush against the boundary line between the two properties. Once this matter was agreed by all and plans updated, the remaining section of the party wall process continued smoothly.

Their review stated ‘Katie was very helpfil and listened to our concerns’.

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CONTACT US

If you require free advice or a quote in relation to a residential surveying matter in Brentwood and the surrounding areas please contact us today.

EMAIL US

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BRENTWOOD

Brentwood, a lively town in Essex, is a desirable spot with easy access to both the countryside and the capital. It is bordered by Chelmsford to the north, Basildon to the southeast, and the expansive woodlands of Epping Forest to the west.

Brentwood station provides rail services to London Liverpool Street, while nearby Shenfield station on the new Elizabeth Line links the town directly with central London. The A12 and M25 also provide convenient road access to London, as well as the rest of Essex.

Among Brentwood’s landmarks, Brentwood Cathedral stands out as a striking structure with an impressive history dating back to the early 1900s.

For families, Old MacDonald’s Farm & Fun Park offers interactive experiences with animals, play areas, and seasonal events.

In addition to the cast of TOWIE, Olympian javelin thrower Fatima Whitbread lives in Brentwood, and footballer Frank Lampard attended Brentwood School.

YOUR LOCAL PETER BARRY OFFICE

Kings House
101-135 Kings Road
Brentwood
CM14 4DR

Telephone: 01277 506 003
Email: surveying@peterbarry.co.uk

CONTACT US

If you require free advice or a quote in relation to a residential surveying matter in Brentwood and the surrounding areas please contact us today.

EMAIL US

Or Call 01277 506 003

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Excellent

5.0

Based on 674 reviews

alex eaves

All aspects of our experience using Peter Barry were good which was a breath of fresh air in a stressful house renovation. We engaged them at the last minute to pull together our party wall awards for 4 neighbours. They we're good at communicating, pragmatic in setting up the surveys and reasonable on pricing. Recommend using them.

William Westwood

We needed to get a party wall agreement very quickly to prevent works having to stop after our surveyor had to pull out due to illness. We contacted Peter Barry and were able to get a site visit and agreement wrapped up within two weeks. The service was excellent and we were able to start working on our property without delay. Would highly recommend

Response from the owner:We appreciate your recommendation Mr Westwood.

gemma hennessey

James Mereweather from Peter Barry acted as the Agreed Surveyor to negotiate a party wall agreement. He offered a lot of patient and clear guidance in what is a confusing and stressful process - this was much appreciated. Better value than other surveyors offering the same service too. Thanks!

Response from the owner:Thank you Mr Hennessey, we are pleased to hear that you were so satisfied with the service you received from James.

Zhen

We used Peter Barry Surveyors for a party wall agreement for some works. All went smoothly. Clear detailed reports produced and a party wall agreement awarded. We worked with Joanne & David B who were very helpful and easy to communicate with.

David came to do the survey on the day and was on time (even early) and polite. He answered all the questions I had and took plentiful photos. He also took off his shoes inside without prompting (small things!)

Thanks for all your help!

Response from the owner:We really appreciate your feedback, and we will share your comments with Joanne and David.

David McGloin

Provided a fast and professional service to help with a party wall agreement.

Response from the owner:We are pleased to hear you were so satisfied with the service you received.

Cigdem Pasha

Peter Barry were a pleasure to work with, as they were not only efficient but extremely helpful. They assisted me with a party wall agreement. The team were great to work with. Due to the positive experience, I would highly recommend.

Response from the owner:We appreciate your recommendation.

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AREAS COVERED

We cover the Brentwood and the surrounding areas from our offices at Kings House, 101-135 Kings Road, Brentwood, CM14 4DR including the areas noted below.

Basildon
Billericay
Chelmsford
Epping
Gidea Park
Harold Wood
Shenfield
Warley/Great Warley
Wickford