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

From offices on Link Road, Northgate End in Bishop’s Stortford, our team of highly experienced Chartered Surveyors undertake a range of residential surveying services including RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Home Surveys, party wall advice, leasehold valuations and valuations for other purposes including tax planning.

Before making a commitment to purchase a property, you should have it inspected by one of our highly knowledgeable surveyors. We offer RICS Level 2 Home Surveys and RICS Level 3 Home Surveys (previously known as Homebuyer and Building Surveys) to ensure that you go into the purchase with your eyes open. Our team will be happy to advise on which report best suits your needs.

We also have a team of specialist party wall surveyors so whether you’re planning works that fall within the scope of the Act, or have received a notice, we’re well placed to advise you. Read more about our party wall services below.

Peter Barry Surveyors are Regulated by the RICS and, if you scroll down, you’ll see that we have hundreds of independently verified reviews on both Google and TrustPilot. You can be confident that you’re making the right choice.

CONTACT US

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

EMAIL US
Or Call 01279 709 006

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.

EXPLORE OUR SERVICES

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 BISHOP'S STORTFORD

Our team of surveyors have assisted numerous clients over the years with the purchase of their Bishop’s Stortford 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 Bishop’s Stortford 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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CONTACT US

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

EMAIL US
Or Call 01279 709 006

BISHOP’S STORTFORD

Bishop’s Stortford is an affluent Hertfordshire town on the border with Essex, conveniently positioned between Cambridge, Newmarket and London to the south. A short drive away from Stansted Airport, Bishop’s Stortford is ideal for those seeking swift connections to both international and domestic destinations.

Bishop’s Stortford is well-connected by road and rail. The M11 motorway runs close by, providing easy access to London, while the train station is on the London Liverpool Street to Cambridge line, reaching the capital in under 40 minutes.

A popular local attraction, Cammas Hall Farm lies just a short drive from the town centre. Known for its seasonal fruit picking, maize maze in autumn and farm shop, it draws visitors from all around. In the town itself, Bishop’s Stortford Museum offers insight into the town’s rich history, with exhibits covering its past from ancient times to modern-day development.

The South Mill Arts complex hosts theatre performances, live music, and community events. Interestingly, the Grammy Award winning musician Sam Smith attended St Mary’s Catholic School, in Bishop’s Stortford.

YOUR LOCAL PETER BARRY OFFICE

1 Link Road
Northgate End
Bishop’s Stortford
Hertfordshire
CM23 2ES

Telephone: 01279 709 006
Email: surveying@peterbarry.co.uk

CONTACT US

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

EMAIL US
Or Call 01279 709 006

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Excellent

Excellent
Based on 700 reviews
lewis pemberton
Peter Barry just completed a party wall award for us in preparation for works on our property. They will fast, reliable and kept us in the loop throughout the process
Response from the owner:We appreciate your review Mr Pemberton, thank you.
Steve Webb
I have just had a party wall agreement drawn up with my neighbour. James Merewether was the surveyor who assisted me. He was very helpful with advice and explained all the options over a phone call and email. He did not push for anything that I did not need he was very quick to responded. My neighbour and I have both got the outcome that we wanted and I would strongly recommend James and Peter Barry Charted Surveyors. 👍
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience, Steve. We are glad to hear that James provided you with helpful advice, respected your needs, and ensured that both you and your neighbour achieved the desired outcome. We appreciate your recommendation of James and Peter Barry Chartered Surveyors. If you require any further assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Mark Rubin
Efficient and professional service provided by Trina and Amrita when arranging a party wall agreement between ourselves and our neighbours prior to building works. Happy to recommend.
Response from the owner:We appreciate your recommendation, thank you.
Kay Dudman
I needed a surveyor for a party wall agreement relating to work at a neighbouring property. Peter Barry were professional in their approach and answered all my questions. I felt the details were dealt with to ensure work would progress in a satisfactory manner.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your review Ms Dudman, I am glad we were able to assist you in achieving a smooth process.
Tom Hay
Very good service from Peter Barry in our party wall negotiation, kept us well informed every step of the way.
Response from the owner:Thank you Mr Hay.
David Phillips
Very pleased to have contacted Peter Barry Surveyors, faced with major building work next door. I received prompt, professional attention and helpful advice at all times. Katie Merchant and Jaynell Mainoo prepared a most thorough and comprehensive Schedule of Condition Report, a detailed visual record of our side of the party wall. A great relief to have this safeguard should any future problems develop. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your review Mr Phillips, and I will share our positive feedback with Katie & Jaynell.

AREAS COVERED

We cover the Bishop’s Stortford and the surrounding areas from our offices at 1 Link Road, Northgate End, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2ES including the areas noted below.

  • Harlow
  • Hertford
  • Sawbridgeworth
  • Stanstead Mountfitchet
  • Stevenage
  • Thaxted
  • Great Dunmow
  • Hoddesdon
  • Broxbourne
Michel Sfeir
Excellent service!

We booked a survey with Peter Barry Surveyors for the purchase of a home. Maianh was very quick to respond to our initial email and all follow up conversations. They also set us up with a pre-survey phone call with David Breeze (surveyor) who took the time to explain how the survey is conducted. They arranged access to the property directly with the realtor, and we received the report 4 working days later, after which we had another call with David to discuss the report and explained to us what the next steps were. We are now in the process of conducting the specialist surveys (with other companies) as per their recommendation.

Very helpful, very friendly, and professional.
Response from the owner:Thank you very much for your excellent review! We are delighted that you found our team to be helpful, friendly, and professional throughout the process, and I will certainly share your comments with Maianh and David. Thank you for choosing Peter Barry Surveyors!
B “bradz” M
I received an excellent service, with great communication, this company is fantasic, very helpful and highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your recommendation.
lewis pemberton
Peter Barry just completed a party wall award for us in preparation for works on our property. They will fast, reliable and kept us in the loop throughout the process
Response from the owner:We appreciate your review Mr Pemberton, thank you.
Silvia Nacamulli
We used Peter Barry Chartered Surveyors for our Party Wall matters while carrying out structural works on our house. They were efficient, professional, and easy to communicate with. Amrita Johal was our main point of contact.
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Silvia. We are thrilled to hear that you found our team at Peter Barry Chartered Surveyors efficient, professional, and easy to communicate with during your Party Wall matters. Amrita Johal will be delighted to hear your kind words. If you need any assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Steve Webb
I have just had a party wall agreement drawn up with my neighbour. James Merewether was the surveyor who assisted me. He was very helpful with advice and explained all the options over a phone call and email. He did not push for anything that I did not need he was very quick to responded. My neighbour and I have both got the outcome that we wanted and I would strongly recommend James and Peter Barry Charted Surveyors. 👍
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience, Steve. We are glad to hear that James provided you with helpful advice, respected your needs, and ensured that both you and your neighbour achieved the desired outcome. We appreciate your recommendation of James and Peter Barry Chartered Surveyors. If you require any further assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Samuel Foltin
I'm very happy with the service provided. Communication was great and they were quick to deliver the report. Would happily recommend.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your recommendation Mr Foltin.
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