Business Details
Expert Party Wall Surveyors London
Huntsman Eldridge is a chartered building consultancy with over two decades of experience in the construction industry. Our team specialises in the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, providing expert guidance to building owners, adjoining owners, and developers across North and West London. We offer comprehensive services including party wall notices, schedules of condition, and dispute resolution through mediation or arbitration. As members of the Chartered Institute of Building, we combine technical expertise with practical solutions to ensure construction projects proceed smoothly while protecting neighbourly relationships.Our capabilities extend to project management for residential and commercial developments, measured surveys, planning applications, and compliance with building regulations. With access to a network of specialist consultants, we deliver end-to-end building consultancy services from initial design to project completion. Client testimonials highlight our clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and commitment to minimising disruption during complex construction processes.
Services
Party Wall Surveying
Project Management
Condition Surveys
Planning Applications
Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in construction industry at all levels
- Our team are Chartered Building Surveyors with specialist Party Wall Act knowledge
- We provide complete project management from design to completion
- We maintain open dialogue with neighbour surveyors to preserve relationships
- We offer practical solutions minimising disruption during complex developments
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
What people say
Highly experienced team
Stress-free process
Excellent communication
Preserved neighbour relationships
Expert technical knowledge
Services
Party Wall Surveying
We specialise in Party Wall etc. Act 1996 compliance, preparing legally binding awards and resolving disputes between property owners. Our surveyors serve formal notices, document property conditions, and mediate agreements to prevent construction conflicts. This service ensures legal compliance while protecting both building owners' and neighbours' interests.
Project Management
We manage residential and commercial building projects from initial design through to completion. Our team coordinates specialist consultants, ensures regulatory compliance, and maintains quality control throughout the development process. This comprehensive approach guarantees timely delivery within budgetary constraints while maintaining neighbourly relations.
Condition Surveys
We conduct detailed property condition assessments before construction begins. These surveys document existing property states to prevent disputes about damage claims during or after building works. Our reports provide crucial evidence for party wall awards and insurance purposes, ensuring transparency throughout the construction process.
Planning Applications
We prepare and submit planning applications ensuring compliance with local authority requirements. Our expertise covers building regulations, accessibility standards, and environmental considerations. We guide clients through the approval process, addressing potential objections and ensuring developments meet all statutory requirements while minimising neighbour impact.
Dispute Resolution
We resolve construction-related disputes through mediation, arbitration, or litigation support. Our surveyors act as impartial third parties preparing party wall awards that establish legal frameworks for resolving conflicts. We focus on preserving neighbour relationships while protecting clients' legal rights and ensuring construction projects proceed without unnecessary delays.
Questions
What is the Party Wall etc. Act 1996?
This UK legislation governs construction works affecting shared walls and boundaries. It establishes procedures for serving notices, resolving disputes, and protecting property owners' rights during building projects.
How do you handle neighbour disputes during construction?
We mediate through party wall awards, maintain open dialogue with neighbour surveyors, and focus on preserving relationships while protecting our clients' legal rights throughout the development process.
What services do you offer beyond party wall surveying?
We provide full project management, measured and condition surveys, planning applications, building regulation compliance, and dispute resolution services for residential and commercial developments.
How do you ensure legal compliance during construction projects?
We prepare formal party wall notices, conduct condition surveys, obtain necessary approvals, and create legally binding awards ensuring all works meet statutory requirements and neighbour interests are protected.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve North and West London, handling projects in both residential and commercial sectors across these regions with our local expertise.
