What Kinds of Jobs Come from Planning Applications in Surrey?
Planning submissions often signal the start of major domestic construction projects. These are the types of work BuildAlert surfaces first:
High-End Home Extensions
Multi-room side and rear extensions, kitchen-diners, and glazed wraparounds in Surrey’s prime postcodes.
Loft Conversions & Roof Builds
Dormers, hip-to-gable, roof lifts — especially common in towns with tight footprints like Epsom and Redhill.
Garden Buildings & Annexes
Studios, gyms, annexes and lodges — with frequent need for electrics, heating, glazing, and groundwork.
Garage Conversions
Convert-to-habitable projects are common in Walton-on-Thames, Camberley and Woking.
New-Build Homes
Surrey sees a steady flow of infill and backland builds — often great opportunities for builders and multi-trade teams.
Listed & Conservation Works
From sash windows in Dorking to internal refits in heritage zones — perfect for specialist contractors.
Change of Use Applications
Shops, barns, garages, and workshops being converted into homes — ideal for electricians, roofers, and structural trades.
Roof Replacements & Alterations
Full re-roofs, structural changes, and solar-ready upgrades — often among the earliest signals of upcoming work.
With BuildAlert, you get these builder leads while they’re still hot — and long before they're advertised publicly.
Who Uses BuildAlert in Surrey?
- ✅ Builders – for house extensions, full builds, and conversions
- ✅ Electricians – for rewires, underfloor heating, and garden rooms
- ✅ Roofers – for dormers, ridge lifts, and structural rebuilds
- ✅ Carpenters – first fix, roof construction, and finishing
- ✅ Heating Engineers – for new boiler installs and floor heating
- ✅ Groundworkers – footings, soakaways, foundations
- ✅ Window & Glazing Firms – for bifolds, Velux, heritage units
Why Builders Across Surrey Use BuildAlert
- 📍 Local, Trade-Matched Construction Leads: Only see jobs that fit your exact postcode coverage and trade.
- ⏱️ Real-Time Alerts: Be first to hear about new planning submissions in your area.
- 📬 Letter Sending Made Easy: Just click “Send” — we print and post your intro to the homeowner.
- 💸 Pay-As-You-Go Builder Leads: No monthly cost. You only pay when you choose to contact a lead.
- 🛠️ Built for Trades: Designed for sole traders, builders, and small firms — not big agencies.
How BuildAlert Works
1. Sign Up & Set Your Preferences
Create your free account and tell us your trade and where in Surrey you work.
2. Get Daily Planning Alerts
We scan all Surrey planning submissions and notify you of new jobs like extensions, conversions, or builds that need your trade.
3. Reach Out with One Click
Send a printed letter directly to the homeowner. Introduce your business and offer a quote – no knocking doors or cold calls.
Which Parts of Surrey Are Covered?
We track planning applications from every borough, district and planning authority in Surrey, including:
Common Questions
How do I get construction leads in Surrey?
Sign up free. Choose your trade and location. We’ll send you live planning leads as they’re filed.
What types of leads are included?
Home extensions, lofts, conversions, new builds, annexes, and more — all from real planning applications.
How often will I receive updates?
We check every Surrey planning portal daily. Most users get their first leads within 48 hours.
Can I choose which jobs I see?
Yes — filter leads by job type, location, and even council.
Start Getting Construction Leads in Surrey Today
If you're a local tradesperson looking to win more work, BuildAlert gives you the edge. Sign up today and receive residential construction leads direct from Surrey planning applications.
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