Setting Out
Setting out is the process of accurately transferring positions, dimensions and levels from construction drawings onto the site itself. Precise setting out helps ensure that buildings, structures and other works are constructed in the correct position and to the required dimensions.
What can setting out include?
Setting out can include:
* Building lines and positions
* Foundations and footings
* Grid lines and control points
* Levels and datum points
* Drainage and service positions
* Roads, kerbs and external works
* Structural and construction elements
Why is accuracy so important?
Small inaccuracies at the beginning of a project can create much larger problems as construction progresses. Accurate setting out provides contractors and site teams with reliable positions and levels to work from, helping construction proceed in accordance with the design information. Getting these positions right from the outset can also reduce the need for corrective work later, helping projects progress efficiently and avoiding unnecessary disruption on site.
Who is this type of survey for?
SE Surveys works with builders, developers, groundworkers, contractors and other construction professionals, supporting projects from initial groundworks through to later stages of construction. Accurate site information helps teams work confidently from the design drawings and reduces the risk of errors being carried through into subsequent stages. The service can support projects of different sizes, from individual buildings and extensions to larger commercial and development sites.
Need setting out for your project?
Discuss your project with SE Surveys and get straightforward advice on the setting out requirements for your project or site.