Do You Need a Party Wall Agreement for a Loft Conversion?

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Do You Need a Party Wall Agreement for a Loft Conversion? Your builder has mentioned a party wall agreement, and now you’re wondering whether that means hiring a surveyor, what it costs you in time, and whether you can get on with the job. The answer splits in two, and almost nothing written on this […]

Who Pays for a Party Wall Surveyor? 2026 Guide

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Who Pays for a Party Wall Surveyor? The building owner — the person carrying out the work — pays. That includes the adjoining owner’s surveyor too, even one you didn’t choose and have never met. It surprises almost everyone. If you’re planning a loft conversion, extension or any work that falls under the Party Wall […]