A: Traditional measurement by experienced QS typically achieves ±5-8% accuracy vs ±3-5% for BIM takeoff. The difference is acceptable for most projects under £5M. For larger, more complex projects where precision is critical, BIM takeoff is recommended. However, traditional measurement remains more cost-effective for smaller jobs.

A: We work with concept and sketch designs regularly. We’ll make reasonable assumptions based on similar projects, document everything clearly, and provide ranges (e.g., ±15-20%) rather than false precision. We can also highlight information needed to improve accuracy as design develops.

A: For renovation/refurbishment projects, yes! We can prepare BOQs from measured surveys, photographic surveys, or site visit notes. This is common for projects where as-built drawings don’t exist. Accuracy depends on survey quality but typically achieves ±10-12%, which is acceptable for renovation budgeting.

A: We measure both! Our team includes specialists in roads, drainage, earthworks, retaining structures, and utilities. We follow CESMM4 for civil engineering projects. Common projects include road construction, car parks, external works packages, and infrastructure projects.

A: We work on projects from £50K upwards. For very small projects (£50K-150K), we offer streamlined takeoffs with ±10-15% accuracy at reduced rates. For projects £150K+, we provide full detailed measurement with ±5-8% accuracy. No job is too small if you need professional measurement.

A: Absolutely! Many clients need measurement for one trade only - perhaps structural steelwork, facades, MEP, or groundworks. We provide specialist trade measurement services. Common requests include steelwork (weight calculations from sections), blockwork (net area calculations), and MEP (linear meter of pipework/cables).

A: PDF with embedded scale is ideal. Second choice is native CAD files (DWG, DGN). We can work with scanned PDFs or photographs of paper drawings if necessary, though this reduces accuracy. Send drawings via email (<50MB), file sharing (Dropbox, WeTransfer), or physical post for large format originals.

A: Yes, and at discounted rates! If we’ve already measured your project, remeasurement for design changes is typically 40-60% of original cost (depending on extent of changes). We maintain your original measurement files making updates efficient. Clients often engage us for multiple design iterations.

A: We provide complete audit trail - dimensional sheets showing every calculation. Disputes are rare because methodology is transparent. If quantities are questioned during tender or construction, we provide technical support at no charge for the first 2 hours. Professional indemnity insurance covers any errors (though claims are extremely rare given our QA processes).