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Measured Building Surveys

Get accurate and reliable property data. Our Measured Survey includes floor plans, elevations, sections and roof plans. For architects, building owners, property professionals and developers across the North West.

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Start Your Project Correctly

Every successful project begins with accurate data. Here's why getting the survey right at the start matters.

Project Assurance

Before design or construction, you need to know exactly what you're working with. Our surveys capture every measurement and detail of your property so that everyone involved in your project is working from the same accurate picture. Getting this right at the start means everything that follows becomes simpler, cheaper, and creates little room for error.

Protect Your Investment

Every £ you put into your project is supposed to come back as value. Variations, delays, and on-site surprises silently eat into that return before you even see it happening. Accurate survey data at the start keeps those costs where they belong — out of your project — helping you stick to your budget.

What is a Measured Building Survey?

Also referred to as a Measured Survey, MBS, or Measured Drawings

A Measured Building Survey is a precise, scaled record of an existing building. Every wall, floor, ceiling, window, door and structural feature is measured and mapped accurately.

We use laser scanning technology to capture the building in detail, then produce a full set of CAD drawings. These become the base that architects work from when designing extensions, conversions or refurbishments.

Without accurate existing drawings, any new design is built on guesswork and inaccurate information. If the measurements are even slightly off, problems may occur during planning or after works have begun — which takes time to resolve, delays projects and eats into budgets unnecessarily.

Estate agent floor plans and old building records aren't accurate enough for design or planning work. Our surveys are accurate to within 2 to 5mm, which is the level architects and planning authorities require before any serious work can begin.

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Who Benefits from a Measured Survey?

Whether you're designing, developing, or maintaining — accurate survey data is the starting point.

Homeowners

  • Before anyone picks up a pencil or a tool, every measurement of your home is confirmed so everyone working on your project is starting from the same accurate picture.
  • Every pound you put into your home is meant to come back as added value. Unexpected problems on site eat into that before you even notice it happening.
  • You won't be left wondering what's going on or chasing people for answers. You stay in the loop and in control from start to finish.

Architects & Engineers

  • You get an accurate base to work from so you're not redesigning halfway through a job because something on site didn't match the drawings.
  • Redrawing plans, missed fees, and arguments over who pays for mistakes become avoidable. Accurate surveys mean those conversations never need to happen.
  • You won't have to explain to a client why drawings are wrong. No awkward conversations, no trust lost, no damage to a reputation you've spent years building.

Property Developers & Landlords

  • You know exactly what you're buying or building before you commit any serious capital. No hidden surprises waiting further down the line.
  • Cost overruns and delays chip away at your profit margin fast. Getting the survey right at the start helps you stick to your budget.
  • You won't have to go back to your investors or lenders with bad news. Everyone stays on the same page and the project runs the way envisaged.

Heritage & Conservation

  • Every detail of the building is recorded accurately before any work starts, giving everyone involved a clear and agreed picture to work from.
  • Getting the paperwork wrong on a listed building is expensive. Resubmissions, delays, and enforcement action all cost far more than doing it properly the first time.
  • You won't be caught short when planners or conservation officers ask questions. The right records are already there, agreed by everyone from day one.

Facilities Managers

  • Every building in your portfolio is accurately documented so decisions about space, maintenance, and compliance are always based on real information.
  • Gaps in your records lead to wasted time, missed deadlines, and money spent fixing problems that should never have been problems in the first place.
  • You won't be scrambling for answers when a senior manager or auditor comes asking. The right information is ready before anyone needs to ask for it.

Measured Building Survey Costs

Prices and What to Expect

The cost of a measured building survey depends on property size, level of detail, access conditions and the type of drawings required. Most residential surveys start from a day rate of £550 plus VAT, with larger or commercial buildings quoted individually.

What Affects the Cost of a Measured Building Survey?

Building Size

More rooms and floors mean more time on site and more data to process. A larger property will always cost more than a smaller one.

Detail Required

Basic floor plans are the most cost-effective option. Adding elevations, sections or roof plans increases the price.

Access and Site Conditions

Tight spaces, cluttered rooms or difficult access take longer to scan and will affect the final cost.

Additions

Lofts, basements, outbuildings and topographical surveys are priced separately.

Property Type Price From
2 to 3 bed house £750 to £1,300 + VAT
4 to 5 bed house £1,300 to £2,250 + VAT
Large or commercial Quoted on scope

Prices are indicative guides. Final price depends on property size, complexity and drawings required. All quotes are fixed price with no hidden extras.

How to Get an Accurate Quote

The quickest way to get a price is to tell us the property address, approximate size and what drawings you need. We'll give you a fixed price with no vague estimates.

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How Quick is a Measured Survey?

Speed is one of the reasons architects and developers choose 105 Surveys. Here's what to expect.

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Typical Timescales

  • Site visit booked within 3 working days of instruction being confirmed.
  • Most residential properties are captured in a single day on site.
  • CAD drawings delivered within 5 working days of the site visit — often sooner.
  • Speedy Surveys — ask us when you get a quote and we'll let you know what's possible.

How it Works

From instruction to delivery — four straightforward steps.

1

Consultation

We'll review your project requirements, assess the site or building and provide a detailed solution and fee proposal.

2

We Survey

Our team will visit the site and capture accurate data that will allow us to move your project forward.

3

Data Processing

The data is then processed after our site visit, and drawn up in line with your chosen formats.

4

Delivery

The files are delivered within the agreed timeframe. With ongoing support to ensure you move forward with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

A standard Measured Building Survey includes floor plans at every level, elevations on all principal facades, cross sections and roof plans. We also capture internal wall positions, window and door openings, ceiling heights, structural features and any other elements specified in your brief. All drawings are produced in CAD format.
Most residential properties are captured in a single day on site. Larger or more complex buildings may require two days. CAD drawings are delivered within 5 working days of the site visit. We can confirm exact timescales once we know the scope.
Our surveys achieve accuracy of 2 to 5mm using laser scanning technology. This is the standard required by architects and planning authorities for design and planning work. Estate agent floor plans and old building records rarely come close to this level of precision.
We supply drawings in all major CAD formats including AutoCAD (.dwg), Revit (.rvt), ArchiCAD (.pln) and PDF. Just tell us what software your design team uses and we'll deliver in the right format. If you have specific drawing standards, let us know and we'll work to them.
Pricing depends on property size, complexity and the drawings required. A 2-3 bedroom residential property typically starts from £750 + VAT. Larger or commercial properties are quoted individually. All quotes are fixed price with no hidden extras — contact us for a quote and we'll usually come back to you within a few hours.
Access to the property is required, but you don't need to be present throughout. We just need someone to let us in and be available if we have any questions during the day. We'll coordinate everything in advance so survey day is as simple as possible.
We cover the full North West region including Liverpool, Manchester, Chester, Warrington, Wigan, Preston, Southport and Blackburn. If your project is outside these areas, get in touch and we'll let you know if we can help.
A Measured Building Survey captures the internal and external structure of an existing building — walls, floors, ceilings, openings and features. A Topographical Survey captures the land and ground features around a site — levels, boundaries, trees, services and above-ground infrastructure. Many projects require both, and we can provide both from a single visit.

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