Party Wall Disputes: Who Pays the Surveyor’s Fees?
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 has an arrangement that surprises almost everyone: in most cases, the person doing the […]
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Is There a Time Limit on Boundary Disputes?
Boundary disagreements have a habit of simmering for years before anyone acts — which is exactly why one of the
What Is Professional Negligence? A Property Owner’s Guide
Professional negligence happens when a professional you relied on — a surveyor, solicitor, architect or accountant — falls below the
Online House Valuation vs RICS Valuation: Which Do You Need?
Type your postcode into an online valuation tool and you will get a number in seconds — free. So why
Subsidence Insurance Claims: How the Process Works
A subsidence claim is one of the more stressful things that can happen to a homeowner — partly because of
Damp Patches on Internal Walls: What They Mean
Damp patches on internal walls have a short list of causes — but the treatments are completely different, and the
Water Coming Through the Ceiling? Where It’s Really Coming From
Water coming through the ceiling is alarming, but the stain rarely sits underneath the actual problem. Water tracks along joists,
How to Fix a Leaking Roof — and When to Get a Survey First
A leaking roof never picks a convenient moment. Whether it is a damp patch spreading across a bedroom ceiling or
Cracks in Your Walls? When to Worry — and When Not To
Finding a crack in a wall is one of the fastest ways to ruin a homeowner’s week. The good news:
Desktop House Valuation: The Complete Guide to Modern Property Assessment
Desktop house valuation guide for 2026: costs (£200-£350), 24-48 hour turnaround, accuracy, HMRC and court acceptance, and when a physical inspection is still the better choice.