Why is the “Construction Drawings Set” so much more expensive than the Schematic Design Drawings?
Although most of the creativity and the soul of your new home are in the Schematic Design, there is a lot of work involved in getting the “construction drawings set” created. This is especially true if the house will be on a sloping lot or on land with problem soils, e.g. swelling clays. Also, the engineer has the task of making certain that all plans are in compliance with local code. This can be tedious work. If the schematic design has challenging structural elements such as cantilevers, or large unsupported areas requiring pre-stressed concrete, steel or other special supports, a structural engineer is essential in having a safe design. Most of the work and therefore most of the fees that you pay for the Construction Drawings Set go to this local licensed engineer, who will sign the drawings.
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- Why are the Construction Drawings so much more expensive than the Schematic Design Drawings?
