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Answers! Who, what, when, why and where of as-built plans

Posted: December 20, 2022

What is the purpose of as-built plans? You can start working with real plans and up-to-date existing conditions.

Caldas Works documents the space and its mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems with still, 3DVR and drone pictures, so that designers don’t have to visit the site.

  1. Who

    A screened surveyor will visit your property on the agreed date, in order to collect the data needed to produce the drawings.

  2. What are as-builts?

    A complete, Caldas Works Inc as-built package consists of CAD drawings, PDFs drawings (floor, ceiling, roof and elevations) and technical photography (Still, 3DVR, Drone). The cost can range between $0.50 to $2.00/square foot, depending on the drawings requested.

  3. When do you schedule an as-built plan?

    To set a date for the survey all we need is a deposit, time and day.

  4. Where do as-built plans happen?

    The survey takes place inside and outside of the property (accessing all areas) and requires 4 to 8 hours. Since we use laser precision equipment, no children or pets should be present during the laser scanning.

  5. Why you should get as-built plans?

    Having accurate, existing condition drawings allows the designers and engineers to work with reality. No changes are done onsite, or on the fly, which can be costly and time consuming.

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Caldas Works takes the guess work out of as-built surveys. We share tips and insights with you. Additionally, we realize there’s a need for residential customers to find the right answers related to house plans. We hope this blog helps you better understand the as-built process overall and can be an ongoing resource for you.