Design and build services
Structural alterations in Surrey
Surrey Build Group carries out structural alterations across Surrey, including removing load bearing walls, installing steel beams, taking out chimney breasts and forming new openings. Our in house structural engineer designs every beam and support, and our team installs them safely with full building control sign off.
Overview
How we deliver structural alterations
Opening up a house is one of the most effective ways to change how it feels, but it has to be engineered properly. We assess the loads, design the steels and padstones, produce the calculations building control needs and install temporary supports before any wall comes out.
Because our engineers and builders work together, there is no waiting weeks for calculations or redesigns when something unexpected appears behind the plaster. Decisions are made quickly, safely and with you informed.
Why Surrey Build Group
Why homeowners choose us
A streamlined, comprehensive service supporting you through the whole journey, from concept to completion. The people who design your home work beside the people who build it, so nothing gets lost between consultants and contractors.
A streamlined, complete service
We support you through the whole journey, from your Project Kick Start Meeting to the day you move into your new space.
One experienced team
Architecture, engineering and construction expertise together under one roof, talking to each other every day.
Full pricing transparency
Your agreed build cost is locked in when you appoint us, protecting you from unexpected costs during the build.
How it works
From concept to completion in six steps.
A clear route from your first call to the day you move into your new space, with one team throughout.
Project Kick Start Meeting
We talk through your plans, look at your home and explain clearly what is possible and what is realistically likely to be approved.
Architectural design
Our in house architect draws your plans with you, and you can refine them until the layout works for the way you live.
Planning and engineering
We handle the design, planning and pre build admin, including conservation areas, and our engineers complete the structural calculations.
Your build cost locked in
When you appoint us, your agreed build cost is locked in, protecting you from unexpected costs during the build.
Managed build
A dedicated site crew, project manager and project coordinator run the build, with daily updates through your client portal. Any extras are priced openly before they go ahead.
Snagging and sign off
A dedicated member of our team clears every snagging item before sign off. We build to a plastered finish, with optional decoration packages available.
Our work
Recent projects by our team
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Open larger photoAshenden, Guildford GU2 
Open larger photoThe Mount, Guildford GU2 
Open larger photoAshenden, Guildford GU2 
Open larger photoThe Mount, Guildford GU2
Questions
Structural alterations: your questions answered
Can I remove a load bearing wall?
In most homes, yes, as long as the load is carried by a correctly designed steel beam and supports. Our structural engineer calculates what is needed and building control approves it before the wall is removed.
Do I need building regulations approval to knock through a wall?
Removing a load bearing wall needs building regulations approval because it affects the structure of the house. Removing a non load bearing wall usually does not. We confirm which applies and handle the application.
Will removing a chimney breast affect my neighbour?
If the chimney breast is on a party wall, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is likely to apply and notice must be served on your neighbour. Party wall agreements are arranged by you, with our advice and support, and our engineer makes sure the remaining stack is properly supported.
Advice
Advice on structural alterations
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Removing a load bearing wall: steels, calculations and sign off
Knocking through to create an open plan kitchen is one of the most popular changes we make. Here is how a load bearing wall is removed safely and legally.
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Building in a Surrey conservation area: lofts and extensions
Surrey has many conservation areas, from town centres to village greens. Here is how they change what you can build, and how to design a loft or extension that gets approved.
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What happens at your Project Kick Start Meeting
Every Surrey Build Group project starts with a Project Kick Start Meeting. Here is what we talk about, what is useful to have ready and what happens next.
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Where we work
Structural alterations across Surrey
We work across Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell, Guildford, Mole Valley, Reigate and Banstead, Runnymede, Spelthorne, Surrey Heath, Tandridge, Waverley and Woking, serving homeowners across GU, KT, RH, TW, SM and CR postcodes.
- Structural alterations in Elmbridge
- Structural alterations in Epsom and Ewell
- Structural alterations in Guildford
- Structural alterations in Mole Valley
- Structural alterations in Reigate and Banstead
- Structural alterations in Runnymede
- Structural alterations in Spelthorne
- Structural alterations in Surrey Heath
- Structural alterations in Tandridge
- Structural alterations in Waverley
- Structural alterations in Woking
Other services
More ways we can help
Loft conversions
Velux, dormer, hip to gable and mansard lofts, plus bungalows expanded upwards, designed and engineered in house.
Extensions
Single and double storey, side return and wraparound extensions, with open plan kitchens built around steels.
Design and build
In house architects and structural engineers working with our own build team, under one contract.
Garage conversions
Integral and attached garage conversions into offices, bedrooms and family rooms, plus detached garage renovations.
Project management
A dedicated site crew, project manager and project coordinator running your build, with daily updates in your client portal.
Project Kick Start Meeting
Ready to talk about your project?
Book your Project Kick Start Meeting. We will talk through your plans, explain what is possible and follow up with a design and a fixed build price.
- In house architects and structural engineers
- Your build cost locked in when you appoint us
- A dedicated site crew, project manager and project co-ordinator
Prefer to talk? Call 0203 603 9777 or email hello@surreybuild.co.uk.