If you live near Chessington South station, you probably know the rhythm of the area: busy mornings, muddy shoes after a wet commute, a dog that somehow finds every patch of grit, and a home that needs more attention than you meant to give it.

If you live in a KT9 terrace near Hook Road, you already know the rhythm: muddy shoes by the door, a bit of damp in the colder months, and carpet traffic that seems to appear out of nowhere.