FAQ

FAQ...

What is a constructibility review?
A constructibility review is a multi-disciplinary examination of the plans and specifications for the purpose of catching
potential change orders, uncoordinated disciplines, errors, omissions and impossible-to-build elements. If left
unaddressed these oversights and mistakes lead to confusion, change orders and RFI's, which in turn result in
scheduling delays and costs overruns.

At its heart, constructibility is about coordinating the numerous disciplines. Change orders result when one discipline
fails to account for the work of another, and our reviews ensure that each trade is cross-checked with others.

Why spell it with an "i" instead of an "a"?
This is one of our favorites. Webster's hasn't settled on the correct spelling of the word and there is no consensus in
the industry, yet. Those that perform it spell it with an "i", yet often those that pay for it choose to spell it with an
"a". Happily, you're correct using either version. Why do we use "i"? Because in 2003, the industry seemed to be going
that way, and also because the domain was available.

When should we perform a constructibility review?
1) Several weeks before a project goes to bid. Reviews can take anywhere from two to four weeks to complete
and the Architect will need time to revise their plans and specifications.

2) Before it goes to DSA or OSHPD (California entities). We typically review projects that are at the 90% -95%
CD phase. In California, our reviews typically coincide with DSA or OSHPD submittal and are complete well before the
state agencies finish their work.

3) Don't forget about the backcheck. Backcheck's take about two weeks and ensure that the revised plans and
specifications fully address the concerns raised during the initial constructibility review.

What are the benefits of performing a constructibility review?
Ever heard the phrase, "Knows the cost of everything, but the value of nothing"? To put it another way, a
constructibility review saves far more than it costs. There's the tangible savings in reduced change orders and
scheduling delays... then there's the intangible savings of less RFI's, a smoothly running project, an efficient
contractor, and trades that work together.

For architectural firms, our fresh set of eyes helps catch those hidden errors and omissions and our prioritized reports
and redlines make it easy to correct your documents.