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frequently asked questions

Three things: your architectural drawings, scope of work, and the system type(s)/no. of system(s) used in your project.

Yes—we offer stamped structural calculations and PE-reviewed shop drawings through our vetted engineering partners. That means one seamless solution for both drafting and engineering, handled under one roof.

 

To get started, we’ll need:

  • Shop drawings – Related to the engineering scope (we can provide or review these)

  • Delegated design scope – Clearly defined

  • Architectural drawings – For context and coordination

  • Structural drawings – If available (not required but recommended)

  • 08 8000 spec – Project-specific glazing and framing standards

Stamped calculations and drawings are available even without structural plans or specs. Our engineers will apply standard assumptions unless specific criteria are provided. For best results, include any available structural documentation.
Already have shop drawings? No problem—we can provide engineering as a standalone service, or bundle it as part of our shop drawing packages.

Have questions or ready to move forward? Reach out—we’ll walk you through it.

Our pricing is quoted per job and would depend on its size and complexity. Please feel free to request a free quote by submitting our quote request form, or sending an email to sales@advantagedrafting.com.

Due to the fluctuating volume of awarded work, lead times may vary based on project size, scope, and complexity. For the most up-to-date lead times, please refer to this page or contact our Sales team for a free quote.

 

Our lead time for revisions varies based on the scope and complexity of your request. Typically, revisions are completed within 3-5 business days to ensure thorough internal Quality Assurance reviews. However, if the requested changes are minimal, we may be able to provide updated shop drawings even sooner.

 

If you’re unsure about the turnaround time for your specific revisions, feel free to reach out to your Project Coordinator for more details!

Yes! When requesting a quote for our services, you have the option to expedite your order for an additional cost. If you’re working on a tight deadline, we offer two levels of expedited service to help you meet your project timeline without compromising quality:

 

Expedited – Your deliverables will be completed 25% faster, reducing the turnaround time to 75% of our standard lead time. This option ensures a quicker turnaround while still allowing for thorough Quality Assurance reviews.

 

🚀 Time Machine – Need your drawings even sooner? This option speeds up the process by 50%, cutting the turnaround time in half. It’s ideal for urgent projects requiring the fastest possible completion.

 

To ensure a smooth and efficient process for expediting your project, we kindly request that you complete our Job Information Form with as much detail as possible. This will help us get started quickly and accurately. Additionally, please respond to our Initial RFI as soon as possible, as it will contain critical inquiries that could impact the production timeline of your shop drawings and/or product submittal packages.

 

For Expedited or Time Machine projects, you also have the option to book a meeting with your dedicated Project Coordinator. This can help eliminate unnecessary back-and-forth communication, allowing us to address RFIs more efficiently and keep your project on track.

 

If you’d like to upgrade your order to one of our expedited options, just let us know, and we’ll prioritize your project accordingly!

Yes! Please click here to view a collection of shop drawing samples that we have completed for our clients, showcasing different scopes of work.

We offer a range of shop drawing packages, each designed to accommodate different project needs by including varying amounts of Included Revisions. This allows you to choose the package that best suits your requirements.

  • Foundation Package - One (1) Included Revision in 45 days
  • Builder Package - Two (2) Included Revisions in 60 days
  • Complete Package - Three (3) Included Revisions in 90 days
  • Ultimate Package - Unlimited Included Revisions in 180 days

Included Revisions apply to changes that do not involve adding new scope of work or modifying an existing system within a completed shop drawing set. This ensures flexibility for minor adjustments without additional costs.

 

For Included Revisions, please be aware that any change requests made after the revision validity date—which was provided to you at the time of your initial submittal—will be classified as Billable Revisions. These revisions will be subject to our standard hourly rate, as they fall outside the timeframe covered by your selected package. If you’re unsure about your revision validity date or need further clarification, feel free to reach out, and we’ll be happy to assist!

 

Billable Revisions are revisions that involve scope additions, system changes, or exceed the number of Included Revisions in your selected package are considered Billable Revisions. These are billed at an hourly rate of $95 per hour to account for the additional drafting time required.

 

If you require any revisions, please reach out to your dedicated Project Coordinator, who will be happy to provide a quote and assist with the next steps!

Advantage Drafting offers four distinct shop drawing package bundles:

  • Foundation Package
  • Builder Package
  • Complete Package
  • Ultimate Package

Each package is designed to provide a variety of service offerings and add-ons. These bundles help streamline your decision-making process, allowing you to choose the package that best suits your project requirements. For a quick reference, you can review this document for a handy guide.

 

If you have any questions or need assistance selecting the right package, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Sales team—we’re happy to help!

For all things glass and glazing, our standard scales are as follows:

 

for elevation sheets:

ScaleSheet Size
1/4” = 1’17” x 11”
3/8" = 1'24" x 18"
1/2” = 1’36” x 24”

 

for detail sheets:

ScaleSheet Size
6” = 1’17” x 11”
9" = 1'24" x 18"
1’ = 1’36” x 24”

Shop drawings are to be delivered in 17” x 11”, 24” x 18”, or 36” x 24” sizes in PDF format (CAD files may be sent also upon request). Please note that you may request a different paper size, but for all non-standard paper sizes, $95 will be added to your final invoice.

Advantage Drafting's Title Block is the standard border we use for our shop drawings that includes information about the job including, but not limited to the client's company name with logos, the general contractor, architectural design firm, project name, job number, job address, sheet number, sheet description, revision, information, etc. Clients are allowed to provide their own title block for use in the production of shop drawings, however, our drafting standards for font size and style, cover sheet presentation, dimension styles, line thicknesses, abbreviations, symbols, and general drafting practices and presentation are to remain consistent with Advantage Drafting's drawing standards.

A "Full Section" is an entire wall section showing your scope of work, to be included in the detail sheets of your shop drawing package. Please see a sample of our "Full Sections" add-on below.

Yes! This option adds building elevation sheets to your shop drawing package as key drawings. Please refer to the sample drawing below for an example.

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