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Reading drawings for risk

Where unfinished design hides in density, access, and builder’s work — and how to catch it early.

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Elena Marsh

Head of Measurement

MEP and fabric packages hide risk in density, access, and unfinished design. Measuring only what is drawn is not always enough — you need a clear rule for provisional allowances.

Cross-check plant schedules against layouts, and treat builder's work openings as a first-class package, not an afterthought.

The cheapest insurance remains dual review by someone who did not measure the package.

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