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Measured Building Surveys

3D Revit model created from a measured survey

A measured building survey is an accurate record of a building's dimensions including the structural elements and architectural features. This information is reproduced as 2D plans and 3D models to a pre-defined level of detail.

We work throughout the UK and have considerable experience in producing detailed and accurate measured building surveys for our clients. Our surveyors use the latest laser scanning and digital equipment and also use more traditional survey methods.

CADS surveyors are knowledgeable and practiced in surveying a wide range of building types, including historic, commercial, retail and industrial buildings.

CADS’ survey clients include

Defining the measured building survey specification

Prior to going out on site, we will agree the measured building survey specification with you. This will include defining the survey deliverables such as 2D plans, sections and elevations. We can also deliver 3D models which can be BIM Level 2 compliant if required.

Undertaking the measured building survey

While on site, our surveyors will use both laser scanning equipment together with more traditional survey methods to capture the information you require.

Compiling the survey data

Following completion of the survey on-site survey we will draw up the measured floor plans or as-built plans in AutoCAD™ or Revit™, building these on an accurately surveyed building footprint, with areas measured and calculated in accordance with the RICS Code of Measuring Practice.

“I would personally like to thank-you for your work and assistance in helping us secure this lottery funding. Your accurate measured survey and drawings have been essential in developing our schemes.”
Fiona Skeats | Senior Building Surveyor (Special Projects) | Eling Tide Mill

CADS Survey Team is knowledgeable and practiced in surveying a wide range of building types and as a result, we can tailor our measured building surveys to suit a variety of purpose including:

Architectural projects – feasibility, design, new build, planning and refurbishment
Commercial measurement for rental, valuation, rateable values
Surveys for Rights to Light and Party Wall matters
Land Registry Title and Lease plans
Asset and Facilities drawings for asbestos records and fire plans
MEP surveys and record drawings
As-built records and verification
Occupancy plans and store planning

Measured survey and 3D model of historic market square

How Can We Help You?

Please get in touch to discuss your measured building survey project with us.

Case Studies

Laser scan of Natural History Museum’s retail space

Approaching C A Design Services, the Head of Retail requested measured surveys of the museum’s three permanent gift shops and storage areas so that configuration and product categories could be identified.

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Extensive Measured Building Survey of Salisbury Maltings

Our client’s instruction was to deliver a full topographic site survey and traditional 2D floor plans of all retail units and apartments together with a LOD 2 3D model of the site.

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Survey and 3D model for civil engineering project

Specialist joinery contractor TMJ Interiors was appointed by main contractor Sir Robert McAlpine to fit-out the state-of-the-art auditorium at the new European Headquarters for media and data giant Bloomberg.

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