FAQ
Below are the most frequently asked questions Sketcho gets:
1. What are Sketcho’s key deliverables of your BIM-services?
- Architectural, Structural, MEPF (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing & Fire Fighting); HVAC is a part of the mechanical modeling services;
- BIM Based Project Coordination & Communication
- BOQ / Take-Off
- MEP Coordination
- BIM Coordination
- 3D Sketches
- 2D Drawings
- As-Built Model & Drawings
- Demolishing drawings
- Prefabricated elements drawings
- Sun/shadow analysis
- BIM content creation (Revit Family)
2. How much is BIM going to cost my business to implement?
The cost of BIM implementation is proportional to what outcomes you want to achieve from BIM. The cost of this will depend on what you need to do with the model; data creation or management. In other words, there are many LODs (Level of Developments) how higher the level is how detailed the model is which leads to more time and cost.
3. What is Sketcho pricing models?
We take pride to be flexible and transparent with our clients. Our pricing models include:
- Hourly Based
Based on the complexity & skill set involved in the project an agreement will be made with the client to price the model based on the number of working hours.
- Project-Based (Lump sum)
The price for the entire project will be quoted based on the available files and inputs from the client and the output required.
- Dedicated Resource
We assign dedicated resources to get your work done. Our team will coordinate with you, through one point of contact, and will complete your work according to your requirements.
4. What type of projects have Sketcho worked on?
We worked on different types of projects. Residential (Family houses, mid-rise, and high-rise) and commercial (Hospitals, hotels, data centers, storage… etc.).
Additionally, we produce BIM content especially for the manufacturers who want to make their product available for their clients to be used in BIM models of their clients.
5. What provisions does your BIM services cover?
Our team of skilled engineers includes experts in areas like Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, BIM modeling, and coordination.
6. Does your portfolio include only local projects in the Netherlands?
No, We worked on several international projects on different continents as well. We are connected to clients worldwide in addition to the domestic market.
7. How large and complicated were the projects you worked on?
Our list of projects includes semi-complex projects with buildings of multi-purpose use.
8. Can you work on fast tracked projects?
Yes, We are architects and engineers therefore we understand the nature of the industry and its deadlines and timeframes.
9. Are you flexible for any major changes during the design and construction process?
Yes, our highly skilled expert team ensures that we can accommodate any changes during and after starting the process.
10. Does your relation with the clients end with submitting all the agreed upon deliverables ?
No, we consider our clients as partners, therefore we take pride that we continue to offer our technical support even after finishing the jobs.