PETER BARRY ARE CHARTERED SURVEYORS SPECIALISING IN PROPERTY SURVEYS AND PARTY WALL MATTERS

From offices on Link Road, Northgate End in Bishop’s Stortford, our team of highly experienced Chartered Surveyors undertake a range of residential surveying services including RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Home Surveys, party wall advice, leasehold valuations and valuations for other purposes including tax planning.

Before making a commitment to purchase a property, you should have it inspected by one of our highly knowledgeable surveyors. We offer RICS Level 2 Home Surveys and RICS Level 3 Home Surveys (previously known as Homebuyer and Building Surveys) to ensure that you go into the purchase with your eyes open. Our team will be happy to advise on which report best suits your needs.

We also have a team of specialist party wall surveyors so whether you’re planning works that fall within the scope of the Act, or have received a notice, we’re well placed to advise you. Read more about our party wall services below.

Peter Barry Surveyors are Regulated by the RICS and, if you scroll down, you’ll see that we have hundreds of independently verified reviews on both Google and TrustPilot. You can be confident that you’re making the right choice.

CONTACT US

If you require free advice or a quote in relation to a residential surveying matter in Bishop’s Stortford and the surrounding areas please contact us today.

EMAIL US
Or Call 01279 709 006

WHAT IS THE PARTY WALL ACT?

The Party Wall Act covers 3 distinct areas of work; changes to an existing party structures, the construction of new walls at the boundary and excavation within 3 or 6 metres of a shared or adjoining structure. An owner proposing to undertake any such work (known as the “building owner”) is required to formally notify the owners of affected neighbouring properties.

If the owner of the neighbouring property (known as the “adjoining owner”) does not consent to the notice, a dispute arises and both parties must appoint a surveyor, or concur in the appointment of a single ‘agreed’ surveyor. The surveyors produce a document called a “party wall award”.

The award confirms the building owner’s right to undertake the work but only in a way that minimises the risk of damage and ensures that the occupants of the adjoining owner’s property do not suffer unnecessary inconvenience. As part of the process, the condition of the adjoining owner’s property is recorded so that if damage is reported either during or following the works, there is a prior record to check it against.

EXPLORE OUR SERVICES

PROPERTY SURVEYS & VALUATIONS

Our team of Chartered Surveyors have many years’ experience of inspecting properties. Whatever the style or type of property you’re buying you’ll feel more confident armed with one of our survey reports.

LEASEHOLD VALUATIONS

Whether you’re thinking of extending your lease or enfranchising the freehold of your building we are at hand to offer the advice you require. We have the necessary experience to accurately value properties and enter in to negotiations on your behalf.

PARTY WALL ADVICE

Our experienced team of party wall surveyors are on hand to assist whether you’re planning additions or alterations to your property that fall within the scope of The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 or you’ve received a notice informing you of a neighbour’s proposed works.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Our Project Management team provide bespoke professional services in assisting our clients to manage the process of design, planning, procuring and overseeing construction works for a variety of types of building.

OTHER SERVICES

We cover all aspects of residential survey work including Specific Defect Reports, Snagging Lists and Reinstatement Cost Assessments. We have several RICS Registered Valuers on the team offering valuations for a range of purposes including tax planning and matrimonial proceedings.

RECENT ACTIVITY IN BISHOP'S STORTFORD

Our team of surveyors have assisted numerous clients over the years with the purchase of their Bishop’s Stortford property both by providing valuation advice and pre-purchase surveys. Residents regularly come back to us when it’s time to refurbish or extend their property so that we can advise on neighbourly matters or just manage the whole project.

This is where we’ll be providing details of some of the Bishop’s Stortford based projects we’ve worked on recently, the challenges that we’ve faced and the feedback we’ve received from our clients so please check back over the next few weeks to read more.

In the meantime, we’d recommend that you check out the large collection of posts that have been added to our blog since 2009 including a few detailed case studies.

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CONTACT US

If you require free advice or a quote in relation to a residential surveying matter in Bishop’s Stortford and the surrounding areas please contact us today.

EMAIL US
Or Call 01279 709 006

BISHOP’S STORTFORD

Bishop’s Stortford is an affluent Hertfordshire town on the border with Essex, conveniently positioned between Cambridge, Newmarket and London to the south. A short drive away from Stansted Airport, Bishop’s Stortford is ideal for those seeking swift connections to both international and domestic destinations.

Bishop’s Stortford is well-connected by road and rail. The M11 motorway runs close by, providing easy access to London, while the train station is on the London Liverpool Street to Cambridge line, reaching the capital in under 40 minutes.

A popular local attraction, Cammas Hall Farm lies just a short drive from the town centre. Known for its seasonal fruit picking, maize maze in autumn and farm shop, it draws visitors from all around. In the town itself, Bishop’s Stortford Museum offers insight into the town’s rich history, with exhibits covering its past from ancient times to modern-day development.

The South Mill Arts complex hosts theatre performances, live music, and community events. Interestingly, the Grammy Award winning musician Sam Smith attended St Mary’s Catholic School, in Bishop’s Stortford.

YOUR LOCAL PETER BARRY OFFICE

1 Link Road
Northgate End
Bishop’s Stortford
Hertfordshire
CM23 2ES

Telephone: 01279 709 006
Email: surveying@peterbarry.co.uk

CONTACT US

If you require free advice or a quote in relation to a residential surveying matter in Bishop’s Stortford and the surrounding areas please contact us today.

EMAIL US
Or Call 01279 709 006

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Excellent

Excellent
5.0
Based on 665 reviews
William Westwood
We needed to get a party wall agreement very quickly to prevent works having to stop after our surveyor had to pull out due to illness. We contacted Peter Barry and were able to get a site visit and agreement wrapped up within two weeks. The service was excellent and we were able to start working on our property without delay. Would highly recommend
Response from the owner:We appreciate your recommendation Mr Westwood.
gemma hennessey
James Mereweather from Peter Barry acted as the Agreed Surveyor to negotiate a party wall agreement. He offered a lot of patient and clear guidance in what is a confusing and stressful process - this was much appreciated. Better value than other surveyors offering the same service too. Thanks!
Response from the owner:Thank you Mr Hennessey, we are pleased to hear that you were so satisfied with the service you received from James.
Zhen
We used Peter Barry Surveyors for a party wall agreement for some works. All went smoothly. Clear detailed reports produced and a party wall agreement awarded. We worked with Joanne & David B who were very helpful and easy to communicate with.

David came to do the survey on the day and was on time (even early) and polite. He answered all the questions I had and took plentiful photos. He also took off his shoes inside without prompting (small things!)

Thanks for all your help!
Response from the owner:We really appreciate your feedback, and we will share your comments with Joanne and David.
David McGloin
Provided a fast and professional service to help with a party wall agreement.
Response from the owner:We are pleased to hear you were so satisfied with the service you received.
Cigdem Pasha
Peter Barry were a pleasure to work with, as they were not only efficient but extremely helpful. They assisted me with a party wall agreement. The team were great to work with. Due to the positive experience, I would highly recommend.
Response from the owner:We appreciate your recommendation.
Kay Bradshaw
Bawor was very helpful in serving a detailed party wall award on our behalf to our neighbours.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your positive feedback Ms Bradshaw.
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AREAS COVERED

We cover the Bishop’s Stortford and the surrounding areas from our offices at 1 Link Road, Northgate End, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2ES including the areas noted below.

  • Harlow
  • Hertford
  • Sawbridgeworth
  • Stanstead Mountfitchet
  • Stevenage
  • Thaxted
  • Great Dunmow
  • Hoddesdon
  • Broxbourne
tomiztunes
These guys did a thorough, level 2 survey and a clear report. I would highly recommend them. Tom Witherley
Simon Ross
Very organised and friendly
Kate Mills
I had a really positive experience with Shaun Blake at Peter Barry. The survey was very thorough and Shaun was on hand to answer several follow-up questions I hand. I would recommend them to anyone.
Justin Powell
Requested a level 2 survey with Peter Barry and was very happy with the service, the survey goes above and beyond what I have experienced before and gave a very thorough breakdown of the risks and what next steps both I and the solicitor should take. I highly recommend going with them!
Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your experience working with Peter Barry Surveyors.
Terence Dove
I’m using them to help with lease extension and provide valuation, survey and advise on same. Still in the process, but they have very quick, efficient, professional and also helpful to date.
Lease extension is a tricky process so having them deal with this efficiently and provide clarity has been so welcome.
Response from the owner:We are pleased to hear how useful you have found our service.
Ron Greenwood
Peter Barry offers an efficient and effective service. Helpful advice on various levels of homebuyers reports. It was so helpful to be able to talk things through with David Breeze. Recommended.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your recommendation Mr Greenwood.
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