The Hidden Costs of Cheap Drawings — And How to Avoid Them

A drawing set that leaves details to the contractor invites guesswork, and guesswork on site is paid for by the owner — in rework, delays and disputes.

Coordinated drawings resolve the clashes between beams, ducts, pipes and ceilings on paper, where a change costs minutes rather than days.

Look for a studio that issues construction details, schedules and specifications, and that stays involved during construction to answer questions quickly.