Has Your Property Been Damaged During Next Door’s Building Works?
Has Your Property Been Damaged During Next Door’s Building Works?
Damage toyour property during neighbouring construction can be unsettling, but if theworks are covered by a Party Wall Award, there is a clear process in place toprotect you. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 provides a structured framework forassessing damage, agreeing repairs and resolving issues without unnecessaryconflict.
Documentthe Damage
The firststep is to record the issue as soon as you notice it.
- Take photographs and videos of the affected areas.
- Note when the damage appeared.
- Keep a record of any conversations with your neighbour or their contractor.
Earlydocumentation helps establish a clear timeline and provides valuable evidenceif the matter needs to be reviewed by surveyors.
Check theSchedule of Condition
Most PartyWall Awards include a Schedule of Condition prepared before works began. Thisdocument records the condition of your property in detail and provides crucialevidence of how it looked before construction started. It is one of the keytools used by surveyors when assessing whether damage is attributable to theworks.
ContactYour Party Wall Surveyor
Report thedamage to your appointed surveyor in writing as soon as possible. Promptnotification helps avoid disputes over when and how the damage occurred. Thesurveyors will inspect the issue, compare it against the Schedule of Conditionand determine whether it is linked to the neighbour’s works.
RemedialWorks or Compensation
Where damageis confirmed, the Act gives you a clear right to have the matter resolved. Thesurveyors will agree the cost of making good the damage, and this amount can beawarded to you instead of the neighbour arranging repairs themselves. Thisensures the issue is dealt with fairly, transparently and without unnecessarydelay.
Don’tRely on Verbal Agreements
Anyagreement regarding repairs or compensation should be recorded formally. Verbaldiscussions can lead to misunderstandings, so it is important that alldecisions are documented through the Party Wall process.
A ClearMechanism for Resolving Damage
A properlydrafted Party Wall Award is designed to provide a straightforward mechanism forresolving damage claims without the need for costly legal proceedings. Itoffers structure, clarity and professional oversight, giving adjoining ownersconfidence that concerns will be handled fairly.
If you’reworried about damage arising from neighbouring works, Corelain’s Party WallSurveyors can provide independent advice and help you understand your options.
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