Property Surveys and Party Wall Advice in Clapton

We cover all aspects of residential surveying in the Clapton area including pre-purchase surveys, Defect Reports and Red Book valuations so please feel free to get in touch.

Peter Barry’s dedicated party walls team are on hand to assist with your Clapton building project. If you’re planning works that fall within the scope of the Act, you’re welcome to call us for some free advice and a fee quote. Equally, if you’ve received a notice and are deciding how to respond we’ll be happy to talk you through the pros and cons of the different options.

Another specialist area is lease extensions and freehold enfranchisement. If you are planning to extend the lease of your Clapton flat or collectively purchase the freehold we can advise on how to instigate proceedings and calculate the compensation that is likley to be due to the freeholder.

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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.

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Or Call 020 8530 2555

Recent Activity in Clapton E5

We were recently appointed by the adjoining owner on a project in Clapton where notice had been served by the building owner in relation to a side return extension. One of our most experienced party wall surveyors, Matthew Price, took on the appointment and was assisted by Callum Escott.

Notice had been served under section 1 of the Act, indicating a desire to construct the flank wall to the extension up to the boundary line. The adjoining owner was nervous about the project, having previously had neighbours undertake works where relations had soured due to how poorly they were managed.

Matthew advised the building owner that as notice had been served, the neighbours had a right of access to facilitate the construction of the flank wall of the extension. He negotiated the terms of access which included protective screening for windows, doors and grounds along with a time period attached to the access right so that the inconvenience to the adjoining owner was limited.

Located in Clapton E5, our surveyor, David Breeze, carried out an RICS Level 2 Homebuyer inspection on a two-bedroom purpose-built flat. The property itself was in excellent condition, having been built in 2015.
Outside of the flat, David noted the presence of hogweed in the communal areas, a dangerous plant that can cause skin burns upon contact. After further investigation, David found that treatment for the hogweed was already taking place.

Over a telephone conversation, David addressed the client’s concern about tape over the vents. David reassured the client that it was not an issue to be worried about. He advised the client to request additional documentation, such as the EWS1 form, to confirm the structure of the external wall system. Additionally, he recommended checking for any proposed works in the surrounding area, as well as reviewing the service charge details to understand what the funds are allocated for.

In a review left by the client, he mentioned how “helpful” the service he received was.

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PARTY WALL MATTERS

We are experienced Party Wall Surveyors. If you are planning to undertake some work on your property which falls within the scope of The Party Wall etc.

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HOMEBUYER REPORT (LEVEL 2)

Homebuyer Report is designed to provide buyers with enough information to make a reasoned and informed decision on whether to proceed with their purchase.

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BUILDING SURVEYS (LEVEL 3)

Previously known as a Full Structural Survey, the Building Survey is a very detailed report. We will examine closely the structure and condition of the building and undertake a surface examination of the services.

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LEASEHOLD VALUATIONS

We can provide valuation reports in accordance with the Leasehold Reform Act (as amended) and we have the necessary expertise to undertake negotiations on behalf of Landlord or lessee.

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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.

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Or Call 020 8530 2555

About Clapton

The different areas of Clapton merge together and yet still manage to remain distinctive. Upper Clapton is in the London Borough of Hackney and it lies east of Stoke Newington and west of the River Lea.

Upper Clapton is becoming more popular and there are plenty of open, green spaces for residents to enjoy in the surrounding area. These include Springfield Park and North Mill Fields and they help to give Upper Clapton more of a suburban, out-of-town feel than some of the more built-up, inner city areas that are close by. There are numerous sports facilities and decent bars and restaurants to entice people to move here in order to work their way up the property ladder. Housing is varied with a good selection of period housing, as well as flats and apartments.

Upper Clapton has a mainline station but no nearby underground. The station is in zone 2 and trains run to London Liverpool Street in just over 10 minutes.