{"id":47243,"date":"2019-08-27t12:01:32","date_gmt":"2019-08-27t16:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.deco-dalles.com\/?p=47243"},"modified":"2019-10-18t13:36:51","modified_gmt":"2019-10-18t17:36:51","slug":"as-built-drawing-software-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.deco-dalles.com\/as-built-drawing-software-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"these as-built drawing software tools make marking-up changes easy"},"content":{"rendered":"
as-built drawings are a critical component of every project and a valuable piece of information for future expansions or projects. usually, as-built drawings are a project requirement and tied to contractual requirements demanding to have as-built completed prior to final acceptance or payment.<\/p>\n
the as-built drawings are recorded and prepared after the project gets completed and sometimes could also be prepared as the project progresses on a per phase basis.<\/p>\n
this article explains the traditional way and a more modern way of managing and preparing as-built drawings including some ideas that are useful for contractors and builders during the as-built process.<\/p>\n
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the as-built drawings process starts early on during the pre-construction process as roles and responsibilities are defined. the contractor is responsible for having a set of drawings that they\u2019ll use to red line as the job gets completed.<\/p>\n
i recommend using different colors to identify between additions, deletion or removing items from scope and a different color that denotes special details or information. the as-built drawings are used to record changes in scope, differing site conditions, changes in elevation, grade, material, substitutions and contractor provided materials.<\/p>\n
check out our article on 25 tips you should know about red-line & as-built drawings.<\/a><\/p>\n there are a few things to remember when recording as-built drawings:<\/p>\n as you can see as-built drawings are challenging and if details are not captured correctly, then you will face difficulties later on. however, i have good news for you. technology has come a long way and there are many products in the market aimed at facilitating as-built drawings and helping contractor being accurate during the entire process. let\u2019s look at the top two tech tools that you can benefit from.<\/p>\n technology has made a significant impact<\/a> in the construction business and as-built drawings technology isn\u2019t the exception. tools and apps like fieldwire and plangrid, allow you to record and capture data electronically and instantaneously while at the site.<\/p>\n 1. fieldwire<\/a><\/strong> is a software service containing an app that is used by field personnel making notes and adding photos to the drawings as events are happening. one of the key benefits of fieldwire is that you can attach photos and gets you the latest and most accurate drawing to your field crew. the software syncs notes, tasks and relevant information generating a revised drawing available to all team members. fieldwire maintains a log of changes tracking who propose the change and the type of information that was recorded.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n these functionalities allow for an as-built drawing process easier and faster, saving time and money. fieldwire offers free services for smaller projects and companies and very robust plans for larger projects and collaboration tools.<\/p>\n the top of the line product pricing is $89 on a per user per month basis. fieldwire.com<\/a> has additional information for their services and packages.<\/p>\n 2. plangrid<\/a><\/strong> is another resource for as-built drawings that can turn collaboration into a cost reduction effort that ends with a detailed set of up to date drawings. the software has capabilities of downloading as-built drawings as they are being updated.<\/p>\n this services offers interactive services and all information is maintained and editable for a reliable and efficient operation. one key benefit is that plangrid provides a sign off process that reduces the time it takes to turn over documents and information needed to closeout the project.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n plangrid can be try for free using their 21 day trial, or you can try one of their two packages, an individual one that costs between $39 and $119 per month or you can subscribe to their best value service, the project team package. plangrid offers a training module but at a separate and additional cost. plangrid.com<\/a> has additional information for their services and packages.<\/p>\n regardless of the way you have chosen, the traditional or the digital way, there are some tips that you will need to know when drafting as-built.<\/p>\n\n
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