Our Services
Comprehensive Boundary Survey Services
My Boundary Dispute Surveyor offers a full range of professional surveying services to help you resolve property boundary disputes, understand legal boundaries, and navigate land registry procedures. Our RICS chartered surveyors bring expertise and impartial advice to every case.
Boundary Dispute Surveys
When a boundary dispute occurs between neighbours, our chartered land surveyors provide detailed boundary surveys to determine where the boundary lies. We examine the disputed boundary, review land registry title plans, study ordnance survey mapping, and measure features on the ground to establish the correct boundary position.
Our boundary surveys are essential when there's disagreement about a fence, hedge, wall, or the invisible line dividing one person's property from another. We produce comprehensive boundary reports that solicitors rely on and courts accept as expert evidence.
What's included:
- Detailed site visit and measurements
- Review of land registry title documents
- Analysis of ordnance survey data and OS mapping
- Historical conveyance document research
- Identification of boundary features
- Comprehensive boundary report with plans
- Advice and guidance throughout
Topographic & Measured Surveys
Our topographic surveys map the physical boundaries and features of your property in detail. This type of report is particularly useful during the conveyancing process, for property purchase decisions, and when planning development work near boundaries.
Unlike land registry title plans that show the general boundary only, our measured surveys provide exact measurements of boundaries of your property. We identify where physical boundaries meet legal boundaries and document all features that may be relevant to boundary position.
Applications:
- Pre-purchase property surveys
- Development and planning applications
- Establishing exact boundaries before construction
- Creating formal boundary agreements
- Preventing future boundary disputes
- Supporting conveyancing transactions
Expert Witness Services
Our RICS registered surveyors regularly act as expert witnesses in boundary disputes that reach court. We provide impartial, professional opinions on boundary matters backed by thorough research and decades of experience. Solicitors across England and Wales instruct our team when they need reliable expert testimony.
We understand the matter of law around property boundaries and can explain complex surveying evidence clearly to judges and juries. Whether acting for one party or as a single joint expert appointed by both neighbours, our boundary reports meet the highest legal standards.
Expert witness capabilities:
- Court testimony and expert reports
- Single joint expert appointments
- Case analysis and strategy advice
- Mediation and settlement support
- Cross-examination preparation
- Legal advice for solicitors
Additional Survey Services
Formal Boundary Agreements
Help neighbours reach an agreed boundary and register it with HM Land Registry. We facilitate formal boundary agreements that provide certainty and prevent future disputes. This creates a determined boundary rather than the default general boundary.
Land Registry Support
Navigate HM Land Registry procedures with expert guidance. We help you understand land registry title plans, apply for determined boundaries, resolve land registry queries, and ensure your property boundaries are correctly registered.
Property Purchase Surveys
Avoid boundary issues before you buy. Our pre-purchase boundary surveys identify potential disputes, clarify where boundaries of your property lie, and give you confidence during the conveyancing process. Essential for informed property purchase decisions.
Right of Way Surveys
Determine the extent and position of rights of way affecting your property. We survey access routes, identify boundary issues related to rights of way, and provide clarity on legal rights for both property owners and those with right of way benefits.
Boundary Dispute Helpline
Quick advice when you need it. Our helpline provides initial guidance on boundary disputes, explains whether a surveyor may help your situation, and offers advice and guidance on next steps. Speak to a chartered surveyor to understand the position before costly legal action.
Mediation & Resolution
Resolve boundary disputes without going to court. Our experienced surveyors facilitate discussions between neighbours, provide impartial analysis, and help parties reach an agreed boundary. We resolve the issue without costly legal proceedings in most cases.
Our Survey Process
Every boundary survey follows our proven methodology to ensure accuracy and reliability.
1 Initial Consultation
We discuss your boundary dispute or survey needs, explain what type of report would be useful, and provide advice on whether the surveyor may help resolve your specific situation.
2 Document Research
Our chartered surveyor reviews land registry title documents, historical conveyance records, and ordnance survey mapping. We understand that title plans do not show exact boundaries, so we gather all available evidence.
3 Site Visit & Measurement
We conduct a thorough site visit to measure the disputed boundary and physical boundaries. Our land surveyor examines features on the ground including fences, hedges, walls, and other boundary features to determine where the boundary lies.
4 Analysis & Report
We analyze all evidence to determine the correct boundary position. Our boundary report clearly shows the boundaries of your property, explains our findings, and provides the information about boundaries that solicitors and courts need.
5 Follow-up Support
We provide ongoing advice and guidance, answer questions about our boundary report, liaise with your solicitor if needed, and can act as expert witnesses if the dispute proceeds to court.
Ready to Resolve Your Boundary Issue?
Contact My Boundary Dispute Surveyor today to discuss your requirements with a RICS chartered surveyor. We're here to provide expert advice and help you resolve disputes efficiently.