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Surrey homeowners: local RICS surveyor on clay heave risks and fixes

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Published on: 06/10/2026

A local RICS surveyor explains how London Clay causes heave in Surrey, simple homeowner checks, when to order soil testing, and practical mitigation and...

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Welcome to the Altura Surveyors Knowledge Centre

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Published on: 05/10/2026

Guides on survey types, building defects and buying older homes from independent RICS-regulated building surveyors covering Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey.

UK Homeowners: Party Wall Timescales and How to Start in 1–2 Months

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Published on: 03/10/2026

Clear UK timeline for party wall projects: one and two month notices, 14 day replies, and how an early RICS surveyor saves weeks.

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Avoid Delays: Party Wall Section 6 Steps for England and Wales Owners

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Published on: 02/10/2026

Plain English for England and Wales owners. Apply the 3m and 6m tests, prepare a compliant Section 6 one month notice, and avoid delays to your programme.

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