James Merewether
AssocRICS MFPWS
James qualified as an Associate member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) in 2019 and has worked in the property industry since 2010. He began his career in property sales before moving into residential surveying, where he developed strong technical knowledge and practical experience.
He divides his time between party wall matters and residential survey work, drafting notices and awards as well as undertaking Level 2 and Level 3 Home Survey inspections for clients.
Outside of work, James enjoys bike touring and attending music gigs, making the most of his free time.
Email: james.merewether@team-pbs.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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
