Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Party Wall Surveyors in London & Hertfordshire
Established in 1995, Forrester And Co & Co are Chartered Surveyors specialising in Party Wall matters under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Our team, led by Bruce Forrester And Co & Co MRICS and Scott Forrester And Co & Co PgDip (BS), provides expert advice to Building Owners, Adjoining Owners, and third parties across London and Hertfordshire. With memberships in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors (FPWS), and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), we combine decades of experience with technical expertise to resolve disputes and ensure compliance.Our services cover residential and commercial projects, from loft conversions to large-scale developments, with a focus on transparency, impartiality, and client satisfaction. We offer free initial consultations and tailor-made fee structures to suit individual project needs.
Services
Party Wall Surveying
Agreed Surveyor Services
Third Surveyor Appointments
Legal Boundaries Advice
Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Chartered Surveyors with over 25 years' experience in Party Wall legislation
- Act as Agreed Surveyors to reduce costs while maintaining compliance
- Handle both residential and commercial projects of all sizes
- Provide free initial consultations and transparent fee structures
- Recognised members of RICS, FPWS, and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors (FPWS)
- Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)
What people say
Expert and helpful service
Prompt and thorough
Professional from start to finish
Highly recommended
Exceptionally helpful
Services
Party Wall Surveying
Our Chartered Surveyors provide expert assessments under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. We advise on notification requirements, prepare awards, and ensure compliance for residential and commercial projects. Our impartial evaluations help prevent disputes while maintaining legal standards.
Agreed Surveyor Services
We act as neutral Agreed Surveyors to reduce costs while maintaining compliance. This service covers both parties' interests in non-contentious matters, ensuring efficient resolution without compromising legal requirements or property protection standards.
Third Surveyor Appointments
When disputes arise, we provide independent third-party assessments. Our surveyors review existing awards, mediate between parties, and deliver binding decisions that balance structural integrity with legal compliance for all involved properties.
Legal Boundaries Advice
We offer expert guidance on boundary wall disputes and legal responsibilities. Our services include precise measurements, historical record analysis, and legally compliant solutions to resolve conflicts over shared structures and land ownership.
Dispute Resolution
Our team specialises in resolving Party Wall disputes through negotiation and formal awards. We ensure fair outcomes by balancing building owners' rights with adjoining owners' protections under the 1996 Act framework.
People
Bruce Forrester
Chartered Surveyor
BSc (Hons) MRICS C.Build E FCABE MCIArb FFPWS FISVA MPTS with over 25 years' experience in Party Wall legislation. Leads surveying operations and provides expert testimony when required.
Scott Forrester
Party Wall Surveyor
BA (Hons) PgDip (BS) specialising in Party Wall dispute resolution. Handles client consultations and award preparations with a focus on residential property compliance under the 1996 Act.
Questions
What does the Party Wall Act 1996 cover?
The Act governs building works affecting party walls, boundary walls, and excavations near neighbouring structures. We provide full guidance on compliance requirements.
Do I need a Party Wall Surveyor for my project?
If your work involves structural changes to shared walls or excavations within 6 metres of adjacent buildings, our surveyors can confirm notification requirements.
How much does a Party Wall Agreement cost?
Fees depend on project complexity. We offer free initial consultations and provide tailored quotations based on your specific requirements.
What happens if my neighbour disagrees with my building plans?
We can act as Agreed Surveyor or represent either party to resolve disputes impartially through the formal award process outlined in the Act.
Can you handle commercial Party Wall matters?
Yes, we manage both residential and commercial projects including large-scale developments and multi-million pound sites across London and Hertfordshire.
Reviews (6)
Matt Graff
Apr 23, 2022
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No fuss, no nonsense and a pleasure to do business with. What more could you want from the guys helping you with a particularly stressful part of a build.
Nick Perry
Dec 05, 2021
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Bruce has been a superb individual to deal with. His vast experience, and generosity of time, and advice have been invaluable. We would recommend him highly.
Richard Orr
Sep 16, 2021
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Recommended by our builders, we have been extremely pleased with the service from Bruce Forrester and his team. They have been quick, efficient and brilliant at explaining the complexities of party wall agreements making us feel very reassured. We would definitely recommend if you need to simplify and speed up the bewildering world of party wall agreements.
Paula Bright
Aug 17, 2021
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Bruce Forrester has been my Party Wall Surveyor since 2013. During the last 8 years I have had some complex and challenging party wall situations. Thanks to his professionalism, support and attention to detail, we have achieved a successful and harmonious outcome in every case. I cannot recommend Forrester & Co more highly.
Abby Balcombe
Jun 15, 2021
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Bruce Forrsester turned a potentially very tricky situation into a simple and easy to navigate process. Thank you
C. Meadows
Jan 20, 2021
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Very knowledgeable and extremely professional. It was very reassuring to have Mr Forrester working on our party wall award - and due to his level of expertise we were able to comprehend some of the complicated matters arising from this issue. He was very patient with the answering of our many questions and responded immediately - wasting no time.
