ghd partnership Ltd

12/11/2022

If you are looking to reduce energy bills this winter check to make sure your loft insulation is properly fitted across all the roof areas and make sure you have a least three layers, one between the ceiling joists and other layers across the other way. If possible try and fit to upper side of loft hatch. Also check to see if any draughts are coming through doors and windows, especially if you have metal or wooden windows. These can be reduced by simply fitting draught excluders.

29/11/2020

Did you know that if you wanted to remove a chimney breast and it is on a party wall then you would need to serve a party wall.notice on the adjoining owners. Feel free to contact us if you would like any further information

29/06/2017

Party Wall etc. Act 1996
Debby Osman and Heather Nutbourne attended a 2 day training course in June 2016 in respect to party wall matters to enhance their existing knowledge and experience. They are now both members of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors (FPWS) and are fully trained in dealing with all matters relating to the Act.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 provides a framework for preventing and resolving disputes in relation to party walls, boundary walls and excavations near neighbouring buildings.
A building owner proposing to start work covered by the Act must give adjoining owners notice of their intentions in the way set down in the Act. Adjoining owners can agree or disagree with what is proposed. Where they disagree, the Act provides a mechanism for resolving disputes.
The Act is separate from obtaining planning permission or building regulations approval.
If you are unsure about any aspect of the act or would like advice on party wall matters then please ring ghd partnership Ltd on 02380 644666. Alternatively please visit the ghd partnership website – www.ghdpartnership.co.uk.

29/06/2017

Fire Escape Stairways
Are you aware of your liability in respect to maintaining and managing emergency escape stairway? When did you last check your fire escape stairway? Are you aware of your statutory obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 in respect to maintaining your staircase? If the answer to these questions is no or not sure then please read on……………

…………….Facilities managers and site managers should be aware that checks to external fire escape staircases should be undertaken on a regular basis (weekly, monthly, annually and on a 3 - 5 year basis). While the weekly and monthly tests can generally be undertaken in-house by a competent person, the annual and 3 - 5 year checks may require a more detailed approach and report provided by a specialist. Our chartered surveyor can undertake detailed surveys for both individuals and schools starting from approximately £300.00 for a single two storey external staircase. This cost includes a site visit and detailed report highlighting areas of concerns along with recommendations for remedial works. Please contact Heather Nutbourne on 07979 526113 for more information.

08/05/2017

Planning on extending or refurbishing your home, but not sure on possible planning restrictions, feasibility, costs, timescales or party wall obligations? ghd partnership Ltd offer a 1 hour consultation to help realise your plans and dreams for the cost of £60 plus VAT. The 1 hour consultation fee will be deducted from future invoices should you wish to proceed with the works. For further information please contact ghd partnership Ltd on 02380 644666 or visit - http://ghdpartnership.co.uk

08/05/2017

Are you planning on having any building work completed? Please ensure that you are aware of your obligations under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 as a party wall award may be required. Please contact ghd partnership Ltd on 02380 644666 to discuss any concerns that you may have or visit our website - http://ghdpartnership.co.uk/planning-building-works-party-wall-obligations for further information or advice.

If you are planning on extending your property or doing any buildings works / alterations then you have statutory obligations to fulfil as the home owner. If the building works fall within the remit of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 then you may need to notify your adjoining owner/s of the works prio...

10/06/2016

Heather Nutbourne and Debby Osman recently attended a Two Day training course, in London, in respect to Party wall matters, to enhance their existing experience in party wall matters. If you need any advice on party wall matters than please do not hesitate to contact us, where we are happy to give you some free telephone advice.

17/12/2015

ghd partnership Ltd has chosen to support Macmillan Cancer Support this year by making a donation and sending an e- Xmas card. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Donate now and help Macmillan Cancer support people living with cancer and their families.

11/11/2015

ghd partnership are pleased to announce that they raised a total of £307.31 for Macmillan Cancer Support from the coffee morning held on 25th September 2015. Thank you to all our clients and friends for your generosity and support.

25/09/2015

ghd partnership staff hosted a coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support for the local community and some local builders. All the cakes were made by the staff and a couple were donated by a few local business. We still have a lot of prizes left over, from our tombola so if you would like to try and win a prize, pop in and have a go. It would be great to see you and we might even have some cakes left over!