Building Surveys
Measured Building Surveys
Accurate measured building surveys for commercial, heritage and complex buildings, delivering survey-grade data you can build on with confidence.
What is a Measured Building Survey?
A measured building survey provides an accurate record of an existing building’s dimensions, layout and architectural features, creating the reliable foundation required for design, refurbishment, redevelopment and asset management projects. Using industry leading Leica laser scanners, total stations and established survey control methods, Fosse Surveying captures millimetre accurate data that can be delivered as CAD drawings, point clouds, Revit models and BIM-ready outputs.
Unlike low cost surveying methods that rely on handheld devices or limited measurements, our surveys are designed for commercial projects where accuracy is critical. We regularly support architects, developers, contractors, engineers and property owners across the UK, delivering dependable survey information for office buildings, hotels, hospitals, industrial facilities, heritage assets, retail developments and public-sector estates.
Built for complex commercial projects
Every building presents its own challenges, from occupied offices and live healthcare facilities to historic landmarks and large industrial estates. These environments require more than basic measurements; they demand a surveying partner with the technology, experience and methodology to capture every detail accurately while working safely within operational environments.
Fosse Surveying specialises in measured building surveys for complex commercial projects where mistakes can lead to costly delays, redesign work and construction issues. Our experience includes nationally significant heritage buildings, busy hospitality venues, healthcare estates and large commercial developments, giving clients confidence that the data they receive is accurate, dependable and ready for design.
Survey grade data that integrates with your project
A measured building survey is only valuable if the information can be used effectively. That’s why our surveys integrate seamlessly with modern design and construction workflows, providing data suitable for CAD, BIM and Revit environments from day one.
Whether you require floor plans for refurbishment, elevations for planning applications, sections for structural design or a complete 3D building model, our deliverables are tailored to your project requirements. Combined with our expertise in 3D laser scanning, point cloud surveys and BIM modelling, we provide a complete surveying solution that supports informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Benefits of Measured Building Surveys
Reduces project risk
Minimises costly errors, redesign work and construction delays.
Built for complex buildings
Ideal for large commercial, heritage and operational environments.
BIM and CAD ready
Integrates seamlessly with modern design and construction workflows.
Delivers survey grade accuracy
Millimetre accurate data captured using industry leading Leica technology.
What’s Included in a Measured Building Survey
Floor plans
Cross sections
Building elevations
Roof plans
CAD, Revit and BIM-ready outputs
Optionally, we can produce the below in addition to our standard deliverables:
Reflected ceiling plans
Internal elevations
Point cloud and laser scan data
FAQs
What is a measured building survey?
A measured building survey is a detailed survey that accurately records the dimensions, layout and architectural features of an existing building. It provides reliable information for design, refurbishment, redevelopment and asset management projects.
What does a measured building survey include?
Depending on your project, a measured building survey can include floor plans, elevations, cross sections, roof plans, reflected ceiling plans, point cloud data and BIM-ready Revit models.
When do I need a measured building survey?
Measured building surveys are commonly required before refurbishment, redevelopment, lease alterations, planning applications, heritage conservation, asset management and major construction projects.
How accurate are your measured building surveys?
We use industry leading Leica laser scanners, total stations and established survey control methods to deliver survey-grade accuracy suitable for commercial construction, BIM modelling and complex design projects.
Can you survey occupied commercial buildings?
Yes. We regularly carry out measured building surveys in live operational environments including offices, hospitals, hotels, retail premises, industrial facilities and heritage buildings, carefully planning surveys to minimise disruption.
Our Promise
At Fosse Surveying, we combine decades of surveying expertise with industry-leading Leica technology to deliver measured building surveys that clients can trust. From nationally significant heritage sites and operational hospitals to commercial offices, hotels and industrial facilities, we provide accurate survey data that supports confident decision-making on projects of every scale.
Our measured building surveys are tailored to your project requirements and delivered in the formats your design team needs, whether that’s CAD drawings, point clouds, Revit models or BIM-ready deliverables. With experience working across complex live environments throughout the UK, we’re trusted by architects, developers, contractors and property professionals who value precision, reliability and exceptional service.
Measured Building Surveys Drawing Example
Measured Building Survey Drawing Example
View an example of our measured building survey drawings
Supporting commercial projects across the UK
From heritage landmarks in London to large commercial and infrastructure projects across the Midlands and the North, Fosse Surveying delivers survey-grade data nationwide. Our experience spans retail, industrial, public-sector, healthcare and complex multi-site environments, supporting clients with accurate, dependable information wherever their project is located.
Explore our case studies to see how we’ve supported commercial developments, live operational buildings and nationally significant sites across the UK.
Get in touch today
If you’re looking for a company that provides high quality surveying that offers an excellent all round customer experience, you’ve come to the right place.
- 0116 2325169 office
- 07359 617813 on-site team
- mail@fossesurveying.co.uk