Agreed Surveyor
Agreed Surveyor
If you’re planning building works that fall under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, appointing an agreed surveyor can help simplify the process for everyone involved. At ALD Surveying, we act as agreed surveyors for homeowners and neighbours, providing impartial guidance and ensuring party wall matters are handled professionally.
With experience across a wide range of residential projects, we work to keep the process straightforward, efficient and fair for both parties. Whether you’re planning an extension, loft conversion or structural alterations, we help ensure everything is managed correctly from the outset.
When Is an Agreed Surveyor Used?
An agreed surveyor can be appointed when both the building owner and adjoining owner are happy for a single surveyor to act impartially on behalf of both parties. This is a common approach for residential projects, particularly where neighbours want to keep the process simple and avoid unnecessary costs.
Works such as extensions, loft conversions, excavations and structural alterations often require party wall involvement. Using an agreed surveyor can help reduce delays while ensuring all works are properly assessed and documented in line with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
How We Act as Agreed Surveyors
At ALD Surveying, we act independently and professionally as agreed surveyors for projects. Our role is to ensure both parties are treated fairly while managing the party wall process clearly and efficiently from start to finish.
From reviewing drawings and serving notices to preparing party wall awards and schedules of condition, we handle every stage with care and attention to detail. We aim to keep communication straightforward and help avoid unnecessary disputes so projects can progress smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an agreed surveyor?
An agreed surveyor is a single surveyor appointed by both the building owner and adjoining owner to act impartially under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. They manage the process fairly for both parties.
Is using an agreed surveyor cheaper?
Yes, appointing one agreed surveyor is often more cost-effective than each party appointing separate surveyors, while still ensuring the process is handled professionally and correctly.
Can an agreed surveyor act fairly for both parties?
Yes, an agreed surveyor is legally required to remain impartial and act independently, even though they are appointed jointly by both owners.
What types of work require an agreed surveyor?
Projects such as loft conversions, extensions, basement excavations and structural alterations commonly require party wall involvement and may benefit from using an agreed surveyor in Bexleyheath.
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