MET SURVEYORS

Trusted Local Party Wall Experts in Guildford & Surrey

Planning a home extension, loft conversion, basement build, or boundary works in Guildford? If your project affects shared walls, boundary lines, or neighbouring properties, you must comply with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.

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At MET Surveyors, we provide expert Party Wall services across Guildford and Surrey. From Georgian homes in conservation areas to new-build developments, we offer specialist advice, clear documentation, and dispute-free solutions to keep your project moving.

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Understanding the Party Wall Act in Guildford

The Party Wall Act protects property owners when construction may impact a shared structure or boundary. You must:

1. Serve formal Party Wall Notices at least one or two months before work begins.

2. Give neighbours the chance to consent, dissent, or remain silent (silence is treated as dissent).

3. Resolve disputes with a Party Wall Award prepared by an impartial surveyor.

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This applies to:

• Extensions and rear additions

• Loft conversions and chimney alterations

• Garden or boundary wall construction

• Basement works and underpinning

• Internal alterations affecting a shared wall

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Guildford Conservation Areas & Heritage Property Projects

Guildford has a mix of historic homes, listed properties, and conservation zones, all requiring specialist surveying expertise:

• Guildford Town Centre Conservation Area: Georgian and Victorian homes with heritage requirements.

• Charlotteville Conservation Area: Victorian terraces with unique boundary layouts.

• Waterden Road Conservation Area: Large period properties requiring sensitive planning.

• Stoke Park & Christchurch Conservation Areas: Historic landscapes with protected sightlines.

• Abbotswood & Pewley Hill Conservation Areas: Prestigious homes with strict planning guidance.

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We understand local council policies and tailor Party Wall Awards to heritage regulations, ensuring your project is fully compliant.

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Our Guildford Party Wall Services

We deliver a full range of services for every property type:

• Party Wall Notices: Professionally drafted and served to all relevant neighbours.

• Party Wall Awards: Clear, binding agreements that protect both owners.

• Schedule of Condition Surveys: Independent property inspections to avoid future disputes.

• Conservation Area Expertise: Specialist advice for heritage homes and listed properties.

• Boundary Dispute Resolution: Clear, professional guidance to settle disputes.

• Developer Consultancy: Support for multi-unit developments or commercial projects.

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Areas We Cover Near Guildford

We cover Guildford (GU1, GU2, GU4) and surrounding Surrey areas, including:

• Burpham, Merrow & Jacobs Well

• Shalford, Godalming & Farncombe

• Worplesdon, Wood Street Village & Fairlands

• Ripley, Send & West Clandon

• Shere, Albury & Chilworth

• Farnham, Woking & Cranleigh

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Our team combines local expertise with in-depth knowledge of Surrey’s conservation and planning policies.

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Why Choose MET Surveyors in Guildford?

• ✅ Local Heritage Knowledge: Expertise in conservation areas and listed property projects.

• ✅ Fast Turnaround: Notices and Awards delivered quickly to avoid holding up your build.

• ✅ Transparent Pricing: Fixed fees with no surprises.

• ✅ Neighbourly Approach: Maintaining positive relationships while protecting your rights.

• ✅ Full-Service Support: From Notices to Awards, we handle everything for you.

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Our Step-by-Step Process

1. Consultation: Review your drawings and identify Party Wall obligations.

2. Notices: Draft and serve compliant Party Wall Notices.

3. Surveys: Carry out Schedule of Condition Reports for all affected neighbours.

4. Awards: Prepare a legally binding Party Wall Award.

5. Ongoing Support: Advice and guidance through construction to prevent disputes.

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Contact Your Local Guildford Party Wall Surveyors

Whether you’re extending a period home in Charlotteville, renovating a property in Abbotswood, or developing land near Guildford Town Centre, we’ll ensure your project is fully compliant and dispute-free.

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We proudly serve Guildford, Godalming, Shalford, Farnham, Cranleigh, Woking, and all Surrey areas.