Brickwork & Groundworks Contractors in Guildford, Surrey

MLS Contractors delivers specialist brickwork and groundworks services to residential and commercial clients across Guildford and the wider Surrey area. Our in-house teams handle every stage of the build — no subcontractors, no handover risk. Backed by 20+ years of experience and CHAS accreditation, MLS Contractors gives Guildford clients a single, accountable delivery team for both trades.

Why Guildford Clients Choose MLS Contractors

• In-house brickwork and groundworks teams — one contract, one point of contact, full accountability.
• Over 20 years in business — our management team and on-site crews have delivered groundworks and brickwork contracts across Surrey since our founding.
• CHAS-accredited — meeting the pre-qualification requirements of commercial developers, housing associations and main contractors.
• Conservation area and heritage experience — we understand Guildford’s architectural requirements, from the town centre to the AONB fringes.
• No subcontractors — the team you meet at quote stage is the team on site.
• Site managers hold SSSTS and SMSTS certifications; all operatives carry CSCS cards — industry-standard proof of competence required on regulated construction sites.
• Real-time project updates — clients receive daily programme reports and direct site communication throughout the works.
• Full insurance — public liability and employer’s liability cover as standard.

Brickwork Contractors in Guildford

Our brickwork division operates across Guildford and the surrounding Surrey villages, covering new build, extension and remedial projects. Guildford’s built environment spans Victorian terraces, 1930s semis, rural cottages and contemporary commercial developments — our crews are experienced across all brick types and bond patterns appropriate to each setting.

Heritage & Conservation Brickwork

A significant portion of Guildford’s older housing stock falls within or adjacent to conservation areas. We work with lime mortars, hand-made and stock bricks, and period-accurate bond patterns to satisfy planning and conservation officer requirements. Our experience includes work within Guildford’s designated conservation areas and on listed buildings across the Surrey Hills AONB.

Extensions & New-Build Brickwork

From single-storey rear extensions in Merrow and Burpham to multi-unit residential schemes closer to the town centre, we provide supply-and-fix brickwork on projects of all sizes. We work directly from architect’s drawings or can advise on specification during the design stage.

Remedial Work & Repointing

Defective mortar joints, spalled brickwork and failed cavity ties are common issues across Guildford’s older housing stock. Our remedial teams carry out repointing, brick replacement and structural repairs using materials matched to the original specification — important for both performance and planning compliance.

Groundworks in Guildford for New Builds & Extensions

Guildford sits on a varied geological base — the greensand ridge to the south, chalk and clay to the north, and significant areas of made ground throughout the town itself. This variation means foundation design requires local knowledge, not a generic specification. Our groundworks teams have worked extensively across Guildford’s different ground conditions and understand how soil type affects strip, raft and pile foundation choices.

Foundations & Drainage

We design and install strip, trench-fill and raft foundations for residential extensions and new-build projects. Our drainage work covers new surface water and foul drainage runs, soakaways, and connections to the existing infrastructure — all carried out in accordance with current Building Regulations and Surrey County Council requirements.

Site Clearance & Excavation

From small domestic plots to larger greenfield sites on the edge of Guildford, we provide complete site preparation services: vegetation clearance, topsoil strip, bulk excavation, and spoil removal. We work within agreed environmental and noise constraints, which is particularly relevant on sites adjacent to residential properties and sensitive areas.

Tree Protection & AONB Groundworks

Guildford borders the Surrey Hills AONB, and many sites within and around the town are subject to Tree Preservation Orders. We have experience working within root protection zones and meeting the requirements of arboricultural impact assessments — essential on sites where planning conditions restrict ground disturbance.

Local Materials Sourcing for Guildford Projects

We source bricks, blocks and aggregates from established local merchants and suppliers familiar with Guildford’s planning and conservation requirements. Using locally-sourced materials reduces lead times, supports the supply chain, and makes it easier to match existing materials on extension and remedial projects.

Built to the Right Standard — Every Guildford Project

All MLS Contractors projects are delivered in accordance with current Building Regulations, British Standards and the relevant sections of the NHBC Technical Standards where applicable. Our site managers hold SSSTS and SMSTS certifications, and all operatives carry CSCS cards. Our CHAS accreditation is maintained annually and demonstrates compliance with health, safety and welfare legislation — a requirement for most commercial and local authority frameworks in Surrey.

Recent Project

Recent project: Rear extension groundworks and brickwork, Burpham, Guildford — strip foundations, drainage run, and full brickwork package for a two-storey rear extension, completed on programme with no snag items raised by the building inspector.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you cover all of Guildford and the surrounding villages?

Yes. We cover Guildford town centre and the surrounding villages including Merrow, Burpham, Shalford, Chilworth, Bramley, Godalming, and the wider Surrey Hills area. We also work on commercial sites along the A3 corridor and in the Guildford business parks.

Can you handle both the groundworks and the brickwork on the same project?

Yes — this is one of our core strengths. Having in-house teams for both trades means we can sequence the groundworks and brickwork stages efficiently, with no gaps between contractors and a single point of responsibility throughout.

Are MLS Contractors CHAS accredited?

Yes. Our CHAS accreditation demonstrates that we meet the health, safety and compliance standards required by commercial developers, local authorities and housing associations across Surrey.

Do you work on conservation area projects in Guildford?

Yes. We have experience working within Guildford’s conservation areas and on properties in the Surrey Hills AONB. We can advise on appropriate brick and mortar specifications and liaise with planning and conservation officers as required.

What size of project do you take on?

We work on projects ranging from single-storey residential extensions through to multi-unit residential developments and commercial groundworks contracts. If you’re unsure whether your project is suitable, contact us for a no-obligation discussion.

Get in Touch

Contact MLS Contractors for a free, no-obligation site visit in Guildford. Call 01737 245897 or email info@mlscontractors.co.uk — our team typically responds within one working day.