Updated June 2026 — prices reflect 2026 market conditions
What Is a Floor Plan Survey?
A floor plan survey (also called a measured building survey) is a professional service where qualified surveyors accurately measure a property's interior and exterior to produce detailed 2D or 3D floor plans. It's used for planning applications, architectural design, lease area calculations, refurbishments, or BIM projects.
What It Includes
| Element | Details | | --- | --- | | Technology | Laser scanning, total station, or tape measure (RICS-compliant) | | Measured items | Internal walls, room dimensions, door/window positions and swings, stairs, floor levels, ceiling heights | | Standards | Follows RICS Measured Survey Guidelines |
Typical Costs (Brent/London 2025)
| Property Type | Size | Price (ex VAT) | | --- | --- | --- | | Small flat/residential | Up to 2,000 sq ft (~185 m²) | £450–£850 | | Typical 3-bed house | ~9 rooms, 2 storeys | £1,250 | | Typical 4-bed house | ~12 rooms, 2 storeys | £1,800 | | Medium commercial | 2,000–10,000 sq ft | £850–£1,800 | | Large/complex property | 10,000+ sq ft | £1,800–£3,500+ |
London prices are typically 15–30% higher than UK average. VAT (20%) usually extra.
Deliverables
| Format | What You Get | | --- | --- | | 2D CAD | DWG + PDF floor plans (standard) | | 3D/BIM | Revit, SketchUp, or IFC files (optional, +£550) | | Point cloud | .RCP or .E57 data (optional) | | Additional | Elevations, sections, ceiling plans, door/window schedules, GIA/NIA area calculations |
Brent Coverage
We provide floor plan surveys throughout the London Borough of Brent including:
- Willesden, Harlesden, Kensal Green, Kilburn
- Neasden, Cricklewood, Queen's Park, Brondesbury
- Dollis Hill, Stonebridge, and all surrounding NW London areas
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What format are the floor plans delivered in?
2D AutoCAD (DWG) and PDF as standard.3D BIM/Revit models and point cloud data available on request.
Q: How long does a floor plan survey take?
On-site: 1–2 days depending on property size. Delivery: typically 3–5 working days after the survey.
Q: Do I need a floor plan survey for planning permission?
Yes — most planning applications require accurate existing drawings showing current conditions, elevations, and site plan. A measured floor plan survey provides these.