At Measured Building Survey, we specialise in the precise documentation of a property’s layout, structure, and architectural details, both internally and externally.

Since many buildings lack accurate or current plans, a measured building survey provides reliable, scaled drawings that support planning applications, refurbishments, and redevelopment projects.

Surveyors use total stations, laser scanners, and advanced digital tools to capture exact building dimensions in millimetres, ensuring the final outputs reflect the property’s current condition.

Whether the building is residential, commercial, historical, or institutional, a measured building survey ensures your design and construction teams can work with complete accuracy from the start.

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What Is a Measured Building Survey?

A measured building survey is the process of recording a building’s physical layout and features with precision, using professional surveying equipment and software.

Surveyors measure internal floor plans, ceiling heights, walls, doors, windows, staircases, and other visible elements to create accurate 2D CAD drawings or 3D digital models.

Since assumptions or outdated information lead to design errors, a measured building survey is often the first step in planning or renovation work.

Why Is a Building Plan Survey Important?

A measured building survey is important because it provides verified spatial data that guides decision-making throughout a project.

Since planning applications, building regulation submissions, and construction drawings all depend on accurate base data, a measured survey helps avoid delays, redesigns, or compliance failures.

For any building project, a current and accurate measured survey can significantly reduce risk and cost.

What Is Included in a Measured Building Survey?

A typical measured building survey includes internal floor plans with the positions of walls, partitions, doors, windows, sanitaryware, and stairs.

Clients may also request external elevations, roof plans, sections, internal elevations, and reflected ceiling plans, depending on the project’s scope.

Additional architectural detail, such as floor finishes, cornices, skirting, or service points, can be included on request for high-detail or heritage projects.

Survey outputs are delivered in DWG (AutoCAD), PDF, and optionally Revit or IFC formats for BIM coordination.

How Accurate Are Measured Surveys for Buildings?

Measured building surveys are typically delivered with a tolerance of ±5 mm, depending on the building complexity and equipment used.

Surveyors use laser scanners, total stations, and GNSS tools, all calibrated and quality-checked, to ensure accurate documentation of geometry and layout.

Since small measurement errors can have large consequences, our internal verification process ensures consistent results across all drawings.

How Much Does a Measured Building Survey Cost?

The cost of a measured building surveys ranges from £600 to £5,000+.

The cost depends on the size, layout, and level of detail required.

For example, a small residential floor plan may cost £600 to £900, while a multi-storey commercial survey with elevations and sections may fall between £2,500 and £5,000.

Since each building is different, we provide tailored quotations following a review of floor areas, photographs, or a site briefing.

Who Needs a Site Plan Survey?

Measured building surveys are essential for architects, planning consultants, developers, engineers, contractors, and property owners.

They are used for applications such as planning permission, building control compliance, internal redesign, change of use, and lease plans.

As precise building data helps avoid disputes and build delays, these surveys are widely used across residential, commercial, education, and heritage sectors.

What Are the Benefits of a Professional Site Survey?

A professionally delivered, measured engineering survey provides clarity, precision, and confidence throughout the life of a project.

The key benefits include:

• Accurate floor plans and elevations – Essential for architects and consultants working
• Reduced design risk – Eliminates reliance on outdated or incomplete records
• Support for planning applications – Meets local authority submission standards
• Tailored to project needs – From basic plans to full internal and external detail
• Digital and BIM integration – Compatible with Revit, AutoCAD, IFC, and PDF formats
• Applicable to all sectors – From private homes to complex commercial developments
• Avoids rework and redesign – Saves time and cost by reducing construction-stage issues

Since every survey project begins with information, a measured building survey gives your team the best possible foundation for accurate and efficient delivery.

Can You Provide 3D Models as Part of the Survey?

Measured building surveys can include full 3D models using laser scanning and point cloud technology.

Depending on the scope, we can produce Revit-ready BIM models, 3D CAD outputs, or mesh models suitable for structural coordination, design visualisation, and facilities management.

These deliverables are increasingly requested for large or complex sites, particularly where ongoing coordination is required between design and construction teams.

Do You Survey Buildings That Are in Use?

We can conduct measured building surveys in occupied buildings across, including schools, offices, hospitals, shops, and residential homes.

Since site access and safety are key considerations, we work in phases, coordinate with site managers, and can offer surveys outside normal hours to minimise disruption.

All work is carried out in accordance with relevant health and safety protocols and access agreements.

What File Formats Are Delivered?

Deliverables from a measured building survey include AutoCAD DWG files, PDF plots, and optionally Revit or IFC models for BIM workflows.

We can also supply point cloud data, image references, and floor area breakdowns where requested.

Our deliverables are compatible with most industry-standard design and planning platforms, ensuring seamless integration into your project workflow.

Request a Free Quote for Building Surveys Today

A building elevation survey gives you the accurate, verified information you need to proceed with design, planning, or construction in full confidence.

Since every decision that follows depends on the quality of your base data, working with a professional survey provider ensures your project is built on a solid foundation.

Whether you’re redesigning a single floor or preparing a major redevelopment, our team delivers clear, detailed, and specification-ready drawings—on time and within budget.

Get a free quote for a measured building survey today, and start your project with precision, clarity, and peace of mind.

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