One of the most unpleasant parts of any building project is when something goes wrong. Whether large or small, any errors that make it to the construction phase will be expensive to remediate. Accurate drafting ensures that the plans are not only accurate but comprehensive and exact.
The more complex the project, the larger the number of sheets of plans will exist. Each separate plan must coordinate with the other sets for the project to be completed correctly. Accurate drafting of each set prevents considerable and expensive errors later.
Getting Ahead of Problems
Having accurately drafted plans shows potential problems in the design phase, where they can easily be corrected. This is especially true with CAD drawings, since correction takes just a few mouse clicks. The more detailed the plans, the better.
This is especially true with Mechanical, Engineering and Plumbing, or MEP drafting. These plans must be especially accurate to ensure that the eventual structure has correctly designed and built MEP systems and that they do not clash or overlap. By solving conflicts in advance, in the planning and design phases, architects can ensure that the completed structure will meet the client’s needs and wishes.
Ensuring Coordinated Plans
A completed building project is more than just the sum of its parts (and systems.) When completed, it becomes a holistic structure where multiple systems are aligned and sized correctly.
With coordinated plans, mistake correction and reworking are minimized before the building process begins. The drafts serve as guidelines for the construction teams responsible for each system.
Building Consistent With Budget
Incomplete plans are also a problem especially if they make it to the construction stage. Once the construction begins, any problems or inconsistencies will be built, requiring expensive remediation.
Improperly drafted plans lead to change orders when the contractor begins working. Errors will lead to budget overruns and cutbacks in other areas to reconcile costs and stay within the budget’s limits. It also adds risk for the lender funding the project, as the contractor will point out to the lender when they arrive at the construction site.
Accurate drafting also allows us to create precise cost estimates that allow customers to stay within their budget. With good accuracy, these plans can also help with minimizing waste by preventing the over-ordering of supplies. Purchased materials are used more efficiently when coupled with optimized cutting and fitting according to the drafts.
Let Pro Draft Design Your Next Building Project
Pro Draft has been helping homeowners and business owners realize their design visions for over 30 years. We understand the unique nature of construction projects in Maui and will work to make sure your renovations or new construction is exactly as you envisioned. We use multiple types of drafting including AutoCAD for the most complete and accurate drawings.
We can help with architecture, drawings, blueprints, permits, and design work, and answer all your questions before the first day of construction. We’re happy to help and will work to ensure your project is exactly the way you envision.
Call Pro Draft today at (808) 579-9050 or 1-800-499-4699 from the Mainland.