Invalid Party Wall Notices: Surveyor Strategies to Avoid Injunctions and Delays in 2026
Nearly 40% of party wall disputes in 2026 trace back to errors made at the very first stage of the process — the notice itself [1]. For building owners planning extensions, loft conversions, or basement excavations, a defective notice is not a minor administrative hiccup. It can trigger injunctions, restart statutory timelines, and add months […]
Expert Witness Surveyors in 2026 Construction Defect Claims: From First Instruction to Cross-Examination
Construction defect litigation in England and Wales has surged by an estimated 34% over the past five years, with poorly managed expert evidence cited as the single most common reason courts criticise parties — and occasionally penalise them in costs. Understanding the full lifecycle of a dispute through the lens of Expert Witness Surveyors in […]
Party Wall Act 1996: What to Do When You Receive a Party Wall Notice
Opening the post to find a party wall notice can be unsettling, as it signals your neighbour’s intention to work on or near a shared wall. The party wall act ensures both parties are safeguarded and it gives you the opportunity to review the notice and choose how to respond. It’s essential to reply in […]
