RICS expert witness building surveyors for Guildford property disputes — CPR Part 35-compliant reports and Single Joint Expert appointments.
Building surveying expert witnesses in Guildford
Survey Merchant provides RICS chartered building surveyors as expert witnesses in Guildford and the surrounding towns, preparing CPR Part 35-compliant reports for proceedings in Guildford County Court and tribunals, and supporting mediation and arbitration.
Disputes we act in around Guildford
- Building defect claims — defective extensions, refurbishments and new builds in period and high-value housing stock.
- Boundary disputes — hedges, walls, fences and encroachment on larger Surrey plots.
- Party wall disputes — damage claims and award challenges.
- Valuation disputes — negligent valuation, matrimonial and probate evidence for high-value property.
How we work
Single Joint Expert or party-appointed; site inspection with photographic schedules; a Part 35 report with the expert's declaration; joint statements and court attendance where directed. Reporting typically within 2–4 weeks of inspection.
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Frequently asked questions
What disputes do you cover in Guildford?
Building defect claims, boundary and party wall disputes, and valuation disputes — with evidence prepared for Guildford County Court, tribunals and mediation.
Can you act as Single Joint Expert in Guildford?
Yes — our Guildford surveyors take Single Joint Expert appointments as well as party instructions, producing one impartial report both sides rely on.
How quickly can a Guildford inspection happen?
Typically within days, with the Part 35 report delivered 2–4 weeks after inspection — or faster to meet court directions.