We were recently instructed to carry out a RICS Level 2 Survey on Canham Road in Acton, where our client was purchasing an apartment converted from a former warehouse. The property is located in one of Acton’s more industrial pockets, with several commercial buildings...

Building works can be contentious. They’re noisy. They generate a lot of dust. And, they really test neighbourly relations. As with all building works, getting along makes a big difference. Which is why we have put together these three neighbourly tips to consider...

“It’s what you don’t know that matters.” This is especially true when inspecting buildings, as we often come across inspection chambers that need to be checked as part of our RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Surveys. While we can certainly point out things such as cracks and...

Preparing your own party wall notices, or asking your builder to prepare them for you, might seem like an easy way of keeping your project costs down, but in most cases, it isn’t the best approach. Having served many party wall notices, in our experience, the majority...

Starting a construction project is exciting, but delays caused by a non-responsive neighbour can create significant challenges. When it comes to Party Walls, if your neighbour doesn’t respond to your Party Wall notice, it could stall your timeline and disrupt your...

A few weeks ago, this TikTok video went viral featuring a homeowner’s shocking experience with what can only be described as an unbelievable rat infestation in her newly purchased property. Having inspected countless homes, we've never heard of such an infestation....

With the rapid growth of technology, there’s been a surge of websites offering tools to generate Party Wall notices. Many of these services are free, while others come with a fee. But the question is: should you use one? The short answer is, it depends. There’s...

Last year, my godson, Lance, was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Before then, I had never heard of this condition, so when Lance's dad told me about it, I was shocked to learn how devastating and severe it is. Duchenne is a progressive, life-limiting...

We were recently instructed to undertake a Schedule of Condition in Kensington, W8. Our client was planning structural alterations to their apartment within a mansion block, and a Schedule of Condition was required to document the condition of neighbouring properties...

Last week, we visited Sambourne House, a hidden gem in Kensington that offers a rare glimpse into Victorian life, perfectly frozen in time. Once home to illustrator Edward Linley Sambourne, the house remains almost exactly as he left it—rich in intricate wallpapers,...