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Shop drawing and submittal review, so what is built matches the design
We review contractor and fabricator submissions against the drawings and specifications, and respond clearly and quickly.
Do you need this?
Before manufacturers fabricate, contractors submit shop drawings and product data for review. Reviewing them catches errors on paper, which is cheaper than fixing them on site.
What you receive
- Review of shop drawings, product data and samples
- Written review comments
- Coordination with consultants
- Tracking of submittals and resubmissions
- Closing out the submittal log
What we need from you
- Submittal log or schedule
- Specifications and approved drawings
- Contacts at the contractor and supplier
- Expected turnaround
What affects timeline and cost
- Number of submittals
- Complexity of the items
- Turnaround expectations
- Input needed from consultants
We cannot promise municipal timelines. Our early-stage fees are on the pricing page.
What we check
- Conformance with the design intent
- Dimensions and tolerances
- Materials and finishes
- Coordination with adjacent trades
- Specification and code requirements
Common questions
Before you start
Does review make you responsible for the fabricator’s work?
No. The contractor and fabricator remain responsible for their shop drawings. Our review checks general conformance with the design.
How fast do you respond?
We agree on turnaround at the start so it fits the construction schedule.
Can you review submittals on projects you did not design?
Often, yes, case by case.
Related services
Site visits & general review
Periodic visits that check the work generally conforms to the design, answer the builder’s questions and record what we see.
Construction documents
Detailed drawings and specifications that go beyond permit level, so tenders are comparable and construction questions are answered on paper first.
Millwork design
Kitchens, vanities, built-ins and feature elements designed for your space and detailed for fabrication.
Start with a 15-minute call
Send us the address and what you are planning. We will tell you what is likely to be involved before you spend anything.
LA Design Inc. (operating as LA Architects & Partners) · 111 Valleymede Dr, Richmond Hill, ON