Updated June 2026 — prices reflect 2026 market conditions
What Is a Floor Plan Survey?
A floor plan survey (also called a measured building survey) uses3D laser scanners or total station technology to capture millimetre-accurate data and produce accurate as-built drawings of a property's layout. It produces scaled floor plans showing structural walls, doors/windows (with swings), ceiling heights, floor levels, staircases, and sanitary fittings — fully aligned with RICS specifications.
Typical Costs (Ealing/London 2025)
| Property Type/Size | Price Range (ex VAT) | | --- | --- | | Small basic survey | From £495 | | Standard measured survey | ~£1.00/sq m | | Detailed survey (sockets/switches) | ~£1.55/sq m | | Typical residential (~350 sq m) | £1,500–£2,200 | | Average London survey | ~£1,400 |
Prices vary by property size, number of floors, complexity, and required deliverables. London prices are typically 15–30% higher than UK average.
Deliverables
- 2D AutoCAD drawings (DWG) and PDFs
- Floor plans at each level plus roof plan
- External elevations and 1–2 cross-sections
- Ceiling plans (RCP) with lighting/HVAC if requested
- Gross Internal Area (GIA) and Net Internal Area (NIA) measurements
- Optional: 3D Revit BIM models (RVT), point cloud data (.RCP)
- Typical turnaround: 3–5 working days
Ealing Coverage
We provide floor plan surveys throughout the London Borough of Ealing including:
- Ealing, Acton, Hanwell, South Acton
- West Ealing, Ealing Broadway, Brentham
- Northfields, Pitshanger, Goon billy, and surrounding W5/W3/W13 postcode 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.
Q: How do I commission a floor plan survey in Ealing?
Send a brief covering the property address, the floor levels in scope, the required deliverable (2D CAD, Revit, or both), and the desired turnaround. icelabz responds with a fixed-fee quote within 24 hours, and the on-site visit is typically scheduled within five to ten working days of instruction. All icelabz measured surveys in Ealing are aligned with the RICS Measured Surveys of Land, Buildings and Utilities standard (3rd edition) and are issued with a signed accuracy statement for downstream design, planning, or building control use.