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James Mansfield

FRICS

James, or Jim as he prefers to be known, is a Fellow of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and an RICS Registered Valuer.

He is passionate about sustainability in the built environment, and holds certifications, including the ABBE Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment and the NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Energy Efficiency of Older and Traditional Buildings.

Email: surveying@peterbarry.co.uk

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Can You Start Building Work Without a Party Wall Agreement?

In some cases, you may be able to start building work without a party wall agreement. But if your work falls under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you should not start building without following the correct process. If the Act applies and you proceed without serving notice, your neighbour may  take legal action. This can ... Read More >>

Peter Barry

Boundary Wall vs Party Wall: What’s the Difference?

In simple terms, a boundary wall marks the edge of your land, while a party wall is shared between two properties and may be covered by the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The difference matters because the legal rules are not the same. If you are planning work near a wall or your neighbour is building close to your boundary, ... Read More >>

Peter Barry

What happens if you don’t have a party wall agreement?

If your building work falls under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, and you do not follow the correct process, it can cause problems. In some cases, nothing happens. In others, it can lead to delays, disputes, or legal action. The outcome depends on the type of work, your neighbour’s response, and whether any damage ... Read More >>

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Barney Guiton
Niall O'Sullivan
We cannot say enough good things about our experience with Peter Barry. We came to them when stuck in a slow Party Wall process with another surveyor and an fast approaching deadline as we wanted to start work on our property in time to finish before December. The Peter Barry team were phenomenal. Callum's knowledge was fantastic and he advised us effectively every step of the way, while Trina was highly responsive and a delight to work with. We were delighted with the experience and would recommend Peter Barry to anyone needing support with a Party Wall Award.
Richard Pugh
Finlay was fantastic on our Party Wall Award. Clear communication throughout process and helped to drive the process forward. Very friendly and efficient on the site visit and very thorough. Would highly recommend. Thank you!
Response from the owner:We're delighted to hear that Finlay provided clear communication throughout the Party Wall Award process and helped keep everything moving smoothly. We'll be sure to pass on your comments to him. Thank you for your recommendation.
elina marinopoulou
I recently used the Peter Barry services, and I was thoroughly impressed with the professionalism and thoroughness of the Level 2 survey. The team was very knowledgeable and explained the scope of the survey clearly before starting. They conducted a detailed inspection of the property, identifying both visible issues and potential hidden defects that could affect the building’s value and safety. The survey report was comprehensive yet easy to understand, featuring clear descriptions, photographs, and recommendations for any necessary repairs or further specialist investigations. I appreciated the prompt turnaround time without any compromise on the quality of their work. Overall, the Level 2 survey provided me with the confidence and detailed information I needed to make an informed decision regarding my property purchase. I would highly recommend this service to anyone looking for a reliable and detailed property survey.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found the Level 2 survey thorough, clear and informative, and that the report gave you the confidence needed to make an informed decision. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are pleased we could assist with your property purchase.
nicola Jennings
A brilliant first class experience I wanted a survey swiftly and I got a can-do and thoughtful response and ultimately a survey in swift time! Thanks very much indeed. I recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind review. We're pleased we could arrange your survey quickly and provide the responsive service you were looking for. We really appreciate your recommendation and wish you all the best with your property purchase.
Lily More
Rigorous and timely. Recommend.
Response from the owner:We appreciate your recommendation, thank you.
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