Everything You Need for Residential Conveyancing
in One Place
One point of contact. Clear, VAT-inclusive pricing. A solicitor-led service that explains every step before you commit.
Buying, selling, remortgaging or transferring equity — you will know exactly what is involved and what it will cost before any work begins.
No obligation · VAT-inclusive pricing · Costs confirmed in writing
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Buying, Selling or Remortgaging?
Whether you are a first-time buyer, moving home, investing in property or remortgaging, our solicitor-led team handles every transaction with the same care and transparency. You will have one point of contact throughout.
Residential Conveyancing Services
What We Can Help You With
Select the service most relevant to your transaction, or call us to discuss your specific situation.
Buying a Property
Solicitor-led purchase conveyancing from offer accepted to completion.
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Efficient sale conveyancing with clear, VAT-inclusive pricing.
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Switching lender or product? We handle the legal work quickly and clearly.
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Adding or removing a person from a property title — specialist advice required.
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We explain every step before you commit. No jargon, no surprises.
Find out moreLeasehold Conveyancing
Specialist advice on leasehold purchases, sales and the additional complexities.
Find out moreNew Build Conveyancing
Developer deadlines, incentives and exchange conditions — handled by a solicitor.
Find out moreBuy-to-Let Conveyancing
Investment property purchases handled with the same care as your own home.
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Why PDA Law
Conveyancing You Can Rely On
Solicitor-Led Throughout
Your transaction is handled by a qualified solicitor — not passed to a paralegal or call centre.
No Hidden Fees
VAT-inclusive pricing confirmed in writing before any work begins. No surprises on completion.
Rated 4.8★ on Google
374 verified reviews. Clients consistently highlight our communication and transparency.
One Point of Contact
You deal with the same solicitor throughout — no being passed between departments.
No Completion, No Fee
If your transaction falls through through no fault of your own, you will not pay our legal fees.
Chester & England and Wales
Based in Chester, we act for buyers and sellers across England and Wales.
Conveyancing Guides
Guides & Resources
Plain English guides to the conveyancing process — written by our solicitors to help you understand every stage before you commit.
First-Time Buyer Conveyancing Guide
The buying process step by step, stamp duty relief, searches explained, exchange and completion — everything a first-time buyer needs to know.
First Homes Scheme Guide
How the First Homes Scheme works, who is eligible, the 30–50% discount, and what the permanent resale restriction means for you.
The Conveyancing Journey Step by Step
Every stage of the conveyancing process from offer accepted to collecting the keys — timescales, what can cause delays, and what your solicitor does.
Stamp Duty Calculator
Calculate your SDLT instantly — includes first-time buyer relief, additional dwelling surcharge, and current HMRC thresholds from April 2025.
Leasehold vs Freehold Explained
What the difference between leasehold and freehold means for buyers, the risks of short leases, service charges, and leasehold reform.
Shared Ownership Conveyancing
How shared ownership works, eligibility, stamp duty options, staircasing, and what the additional legal requirements mean for you.
New Build Conveyancing
Over 20 years specialist new build experience. Developer deadlines, exchange conditions, incentives and structural warranties — all explained.
Help to Buy Guide
How the Help to Buy equity loan works, selling and remortgaging with an equity loan, repayment, and Help to Buy ISA and LISA claims.
More Conveyancing Resources
Client Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
“PDA Law handled our purchase and sale simultaneously. One point of contact throughout, clear communication and a smooth completion. The VAT-inclusive quote was exactly what we paid.”
Richard & Anne C.
Simultaneous purchase & sale, Chester
* Names and identifying details changed to protect client confidentiality. Testimonials reflect genuine client experiences.
Your Conveyancing Solicitors
Meet Sean & Vikki
Our residential conveyancing team combines almost 50 years of combined experience. Speak directly to the solicitor handling your transaction.
Your Conveyancing Solicitor
Sean Watts
Senior Residential Conveyancing Solicitor
Sean is a Senior Residential Conveyancing Solicitor with almost 30 years' experience. Known for his methodical approach and exceptional attention to detail, he keeps clients well-informed at every stage and handles even the most complex residential property matters with confidence.
Your Conveyancer
Vikki Rae-Williams
Senior Conveyancing Executive
Vikki is a Senior Conveyancing Executive with 20 years' experience in residential conveyancing, with a particular specialist interest in new build properties. She handles Help to Buy, shared ownership and all aspects of residential conveyancing with deep practical knowledge.
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Speak to a conveyancing solicitor today. We will explain exactly what is involved and what it will cost — before you commit to anything.
No obligation · VAT-inclusive pricing · Costs confirmed in writing