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BIM - BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING - BIM

BIM is short for Building Information Modeling and while there are endless definitions out there about what it should be. The fundamentals are broken down as follows: 

Building: The construction process or a structure that is built, being built or being designed. 

Information: A form of communication, a set of instructions, a set of components, a database. 

Modeling: Graphical representation of a specific object or objects. 

Definitions:

Software. Parametric three dimensional (3D) computer program operating within a computer to perform specific task based on a database that outputs a report.

Database. A collection of structured information, or data, stored within a program or computer system

Output. Processed information within a computer and presented to the end user via a monitor or printer

Report(s). A complete written diagrammatic description from a set of information or database in digital and printed form.

- How do we use it for residential projects? Efficient drafting? Accurate construction documents? Accurate Equipment fitting? Accurate Mechanical? (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Sprinklers, Electrical, Photovoltaic, Data,) Accurate material quantities? - 

What do we want BIM to report? 

The database can be as simple or as complex as needed, it all depends on how much of the reporting is expected to be used by the team members. The more detailed the data entry is the more robust and complete the report will be.

Initial database

The Design team provides much of the initial database: Concept, Envelope, Structure, Components, Assemblies, Equipment, Materials, Finishes, etc.

    The Drafting teams produce the preliminary report; changes are made by the Design team and the initial database is created.

Progress database 1

The database moves to Design Development, the design team reviews the reports produced by the database and comments accordingly, the database is updated.

    The database moves to Structure Design and it is reviewed by the consultant team, updates are made to the database and a report is produced.

Initial Report(s) A - Construction Documents Alpha

The report moves back to the Design team for approval (minor updates are expected).

The database moves to Construction Documentation, consultants work with the reports, and prepare their designs, provide feedback, and add components, equipment and materials. 

Progress database 2

The database is updated to reflect changes and add-ons by consultants and a new report is created

       The drafting team completes the construction documents and produces progress reports for internal use and review.

Progress Report(s) B - Construction Documents Beta

The report is used by the design team, reviewed for completeness, it is also time for minor changes. 

    The drafting team updates the report and database based on feedback received.

Progress database 3

The database is returned to the Consultants and gets updated to reflect the changes and add-ons made to report B by the design team. The reports are updated and approved to move forward.

Progress Report(s) C - Construction Documents ready for Submittal.

Plans move to permitting. Plan checkers review the plans. Plan checkers make comments

Progress database 4

The database is updated to reflect the comments from plan check if any pertain. The reports are updated in form of plans or construction documents, in an interoperability format that can be shared and used by all parties. 

Final Report(s) or Construction Documents and Specifications sets.

Plan check approves plans or construction documents.

Beneficiaries: The team members that will utilize the Report(s) during the entire process. Stake Holders, Purchasing, Consultants, Jurisdictions, Contractors and Sub contractors, Job Supervisors, Marketing, Sales.

Conclusion: 

BIM: A three dimensional graphical database at the component, material, finish, man-hour and cost level of a proposed structure from which a building team can obtain all the necessary information to completely build such structure without having to rely on multiple applications and it will remain through the project life cycle and post construction for warranty and maintenance.

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Understanding the 2022 California Code Changes and its impact on new and existing dwellings.

    Every three years the California Building Codes get updated and bring additional life and safety regulations as well as simplified language, better coordination with other codes plus other small clerical edits.

   The 2022 Building Codes take effect on January 1st, 2023 which means that any construction applications for new, additions, alterations submitted on or after that date will be subject to comply and meet the minimum requirements of the new codes.

A lot of hype goes on during the preceding months to try to not only learn what has changed but mostly, to understand how these changes will impact existing and future builds. The internet of things is filled with information about what is coming however, it is always wise to wait until the final approved versions of the Codes are released (many times within a month or so in advance of the actual release dates).

 Once the Codes are out, it is time to burn some eyebrows and find those changes, care should be taken especially with subtle changes in the way a section has been reworded to understand what the new intent is.

   What to look for? Each Code has a explanatory legend often called "Marginal Markings", these are symbols placed to the left of the paragraph to let the user know that a change or deletion has been made, relocations are also noted in this page; another important item to look for on all codes are the definitions, many times more are added or changed; lastly some codes in addition to the marginal markings, highlight the changes so it is easier to find them.

Well, enough of the introductions, let's find out what has changed that will impact your new and existing construction!

The biggest change that we see is the incremental removal of gas appliances, in this cycle the California Energy Commission is pushing all new construction to "Electric Ready" where the first offender on the list seems to be the gas water heater. Most Energy calculations for single family, duplexes and townhomes will have a tough time passing without an electric heat pump water heater. In other cases we have seen the use of an HRV/ERV to get some of these buildings to pass. Having said that, any gas appliance within the building will have to be set up for a future electric appliance replacement in case a homeowner wants to remove the gas appliance. We call it "Plug and Play" since the electric readiness will include all necessary infrastructure to easily remove and replace appliances.

For existing buildings (homes) the codes come into play when there's a room addition or a significant change to the existing building. In most cases it will only apply to the new portion of the building being proposed and not necessarily to the existing one. Changes such as higher insulation resistance values, and or air conditioning verifications when ducts are added or extended to supply the proposed construction. 

We are happy to help with your projects, new or remodels. Thank you for visiting!

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Understanding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Their Importance

    Beyond traditional construction, widening the range of housing types can increase the housing supply and help more low-income Californians thrive. Examples of some of these housing types are accessory dwelling units (ADUs – also referred to as second units, in-law units, casitas, or granny flats) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs).

What is an ADU? An ADU is accessory to a primary residence and has complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and has a few variations: • Detached: The unit is separated from the primary structure. • Attached: The unit is attached to the primary structure. • Converted Existing Space: Space (e.g., master bedroom, attached garage, storage area, or similar use, or an accessory structure) on the lot of the primary residence that is converted into an independent living unit. • JADU: A specific type of conversion of existing space that is contained entirely within an existing or proposed single-family residence.

Per California Residential Code 2022. An attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons, and it is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. Accessory dwelling units shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated. (See Government Code Section (65852.2).

   California’s housing production is not keeping pace with demand. In the last decade, fewer than half of the homes needed to keep up with the population growth were built. Additionally, new homes are often constructed away from job-rich areas. This lack of housing that meets people’s needs is impacting affordability and causing average housing costs, particularly for renters in California, to rise significantly. As affordable housing becomes less accessible, people drive longer distances between housing they can afford and their workplace or pack themselves into smaller shared spaces, both of which reduce quality of life and produce negative environmental impacts.

The Accessory Dwelling Unit Handbook was updated in July 2022 and there are several added benefits to build ADU's on existing Single-Family Dwellings. 

We can help design and prepare the necessary documentation to apply for an AUD, JADU building permit.

Both City of Fresno CA and Clovis CA have pre-approved plans that can be used to build ADU's. 

We can provide the required plot plan and other required calculations to apply for a permit.

We can also design your next ADU as well as convert existing spaces or buildings to ADU's.

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RESIDENTIAL HOUSE PLANS - ADU's - T-24

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RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS - CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS - ENERGY CALCULATIONS T24
REVIT - ARCHICAD - CHIEF ARCHITECT - SOFTPLAN - AUTOCAD - BC FRAMER - E-CABINET SYSTEMS

Base estimates to help calculate how much your project will cost...

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MOTMOTS.NET - PRICING EXPLAINED

CAD DRAFTING FRESNO CA

Here's a snapshot of what goes into your project.

-BASED ON MOTMOTS.NET EXPENSE LOGS AND PROJECT ADMINISTRATION.

-NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ESTIMATES DO NOT INCLUDE ALL FEES ASSOCIATED WITH THE JURISDICTION-

-ALL COSTS ACCOUNTED FOR ARE "PORTAL TO PORTAL" AND FRACTIONS ARE ROUNDED TO THE NEAREST HOUR.

-SCROLL TO BOTTOM OF PAGE FOR SAMPLE ESTIMATES AND DRAWINGS.

-THE BASE HOURLY RATE FOR DRAFTING IS $65.00 PER HOUR-

INITIAL COSTS: See Field Visit Pricing.

• Communications**. Phone, email or video conference includes up to two responses, preliminary contact information. Up to 1 hour

• Communications**. Person to person or video conference, includes portal to portal time, travel and meeting expenses, initial visit. Up to 3 hours

• Communications**. Person to person or video conference, includes portal to portal time, travel and meeting expenses, contract, design discussions. Up to 4 hours

• Communications**. Person to person or video conference, includes portal to portal time, travel and meeting expenses. Design meetings. Up to 4 hours

• Communications**. Person to person or video conference, includes portal to portal time, travel and meeting expenses. Design approval. Up to 2 hours

**Online face to face via available conferencing applications for document sharing and         collaboration.

OFFICE RELATED: See Expediter Fee Pricing. Typically included in estimate.

• Research. Property information: City, County, Assessor's office, GIS Mapping, Climate, Planning, Zoning Code, Bureau of Engineering, Air Quality Control District, Flood Control District, FEMA, State Responsibility Areas, Earthquake Hazard. Per visit, up to 4 hours per trip or online.

• Research. California Building Codes: City/County Municipal Code, Zoning Code, National Fire Protection Association. Applicable building codes, notes, legends, tables. Up to 4 hours per trip or online.

• Research. Construction: Architectural elements, construction materials, specification data sheets, installation manuals, ASTM, ISO, ANSI, TCNA, ACI, ASCE Standards, CAD details, fixtures, appliances, equipment, casework, finishes, color schemes, options, etc. As per design contract and owner selection. Online Per hour

• Research. Existing Property: Sketch, Scope of work, site visit, property survey, mapping, dimensions, elevations, setbacks, easements, site drainage, driveways, accessory buildings, sewer, septic, wells, water, gas, electrical mains, meters, power poles, communications, pools, barns, detached structures, landscape, trees, fences, easements, sidewalks, curb and gutter, roads, alleys, main dwelling, roof lines, roof pitches, patios, porches, etc. Per hour.

• Research. Existing Property: Exterior and interior dimensioning, images of all existing dwellings (if applicable). Up to 4 hours per trip.

• Office: New Project Setup: Contact information, accounting**, digital filing per template, data entry, Cloud Project Folder, MS OneNote Project, Mac OS Project Folder, MS Office plan and code legends, Per hour. **Via Wave Accounting

OFFICE, DRAFTING: See Construction Document Pricing based on square feet of building. See Water, Sewer, Electrical, Gas and Mechanical Calculations Pricing. See Energy Calculations Pricing per job size. See Printing Per Page Pricing.

Two people 8 hours per day typical, sketching, drawing, reading, word processing, calculating, modeling, organizing, collaborating, importing/exporting, editing, and compiling drawing sets. 

• New project setup. Folder set up. Per template (from office), Layout setup, Model space setup, plan setup, plan settings, defaults, materials, workspace set up. AutoCAD LT templates. Per hour

• New project drafting. Sheet Setup. includes, but is not limited to: Cover Sheet, General Notes Sheet, Site Plan, Survey Plan, Existing Floor Plans, Demo Plans, Proposed Floor Plans, Roof Plans, Elevations, Sections, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Details, Energy Plans, Schedules, Green Building Standards, SRA Notes, Landscape plans, (Structural Plans by others). (Truss Design by others). (Fire Protection plans by others). (Photovoltaic plans by others). Work performed by others is a separate charge unless noted and included in our estimate.

• New project drafting. Cover Sheet. Project information, vicinity map, sheet legend, building information sheet, Site information sheet, owner, contractor and designer information, general and required plan notes. Per hour.

• New project drafting. Site Plan. Site dimensions, terrain elevations, setbacks, site drainage, driveways, accessory buildings, sewer, septic, wells, water, gas, electrical mains, meters, power poles, pools, barns, detached structures, landscape, trees, fences, easements, sidewalks, curb and gutter, roads, alleys, main dwelling, roof lines, roof pitches, patios, porches, soils engineering, code notes, plan notes, legends. Per hour

• New project drafting. Demolition Plans. (When applicable) Floor layout of proposed demolition areas, code notes, plan notes, legends. Waste Disposal worksheet and schedules. Per hour

• New project drafting. Foundation Plans. Footings, stem walls, slabs, reinforcement, shear wall lines, hold downs, etc. Raised floors or Slabs on grade. For raised floors, additional floor system showing post and piers, pads, girders, floor joists, blocking, subfloor sheathing. Code notes, plan notes, construction assemblies and legends, abbreviations. Per hour. (Engineering by others).

• New project drafting. Floor Plans**. Including, but not limited to: Floor layout, room layout, ceiling heights, door and window location, egress and lighting, kitchen and bath layout, casework layout, fixture layout, attic access, floor coverings, section callouts, detail callouts, exterior and interior dimensions, code notes, plan notes, key notes, construction assemblies and legends, abbreviations. Per hour. **Floor plans include Existing and second story when applicable.

• New project drafting. Elevation Plans. Including, but not limited to: Front, Rear, Right, Left, Partial elevations, elevation height markers, exterior finishes, fixtures, features, elevation notes, code notes, legends, roof lines, roof pitch, etc.

• New project drafting. Roof Plans. Including, but not limited to: Roof lines, layout, pitches, dormers, skylights, roof mounted equipment, attic ventilation, solar ready, code notes, plan notes, construction assemblies and legends. Per hour.

• New project drafting. Roof Framing Plans. Including, but not limited to: Roof lines, ridges, rafters, hips, valleys, jacks, sub facias, rakes, outlooks, purlins, purlin supports, gables, blocking, openings and headers, roof mounted equipment supports, sheathing, eave and rake sheathing, rafter ties. Trusses and Truss Calculations by others. Per hour.

• New project drafting. Section and Details Plans. Including, but not limited to: Referenced callout sections on floor plan, referenced details on floor, elevation and section plans, framing details, connection details, installation details, construction assemblies and legends, code notes, plan notes. Per hour.

• New project drafting. Mechanical*, Electrical and Plumbing, Energy Plans. Including, but not limited to: 

1. Electrical load calculations. Service and neutral sizing, main panel specs and location, branch circuits, receptacle layout, lighting loads and layout, low voltage layout, electrical fixture schedule, legends, abbreviations, code notes, plan notes.
2. Mechanical* calculations. Sizing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment sizing and location, duct sizing and location, plenum, return and register size and location, HVAC schedule, legends, abbreviations, code notes, plan notes. *(By others)
3. Water Supply calculations. Sizing, main water meter location, pressure relief valve size and location, hot and cold supply location, coordinated with Fire Protection. 
4. Sewer Calculations. Sizing and location, pipe sizing schedules, code notes, plan notes.
5. Gas demand Calculations. Natural or Propane calculation and sizing, distribution and location, pipe sizing schedules, code notes, plan notes.
6. Energy Calculations. Including, but not limited to: Energy Calculations, registered CF-1R calculations, 8 1/2X11 and full-size drawing prints.
7. Fire sprinkler system. Distribution*. *(By others). "New Construction Only" (Not part of our estimates).
8. Photovoltaic system. Distribution*. *(By others). "New Construction Only" (Not part of our estimates).

• New project drafting. Structural Plans. Including, but not limited to: Structural Drawings, calculations and details, code notes, plan notes, shear wall schedules, legends. (Performed by a Registered Design Professional). Outsourced to our preferred design company. 

• New project drafting. Truss Design and Calculations. Including but, not limited to: Truss design, HVAC platforms, Over frames, Energy Heels, Truss Layout and Calculations. Outsourced to our preferred design company. 

• New project drafting. Architectural Details. Including but not limited to Standard construction details, project specific details.

• New project drafting. Green Building Standards. Full size drawing sheets and forms

• New project drafting. Landscape Plans. Including, but not limited to: Landscape plans, irrigation layout, sizing and location, code notes, legends, plan notes. When requested and at an additional cost to the owner. Per hour. (By others). (Not part of our estimates).

• New project drafting. Print preliminary set for office and review, one set.

OFFICE. See Field visit Pricing.

• Communications**. Person to person, includes portal to portal time, travel and meeting expenses, plan review** visit. Up to 3 hours. **More than one review may be necessary.

• New project drafting. Engineering. Person to person, includes portal to portal time, travel and meeting expenses, review drawings for "value engineering" solutions for the project, drawing backgrounds for engineer's calculations and drawings.

• **Online face to face via available conferencing applications for document sharing and collaboration.

OFFICE, DRAFTING. See Drafting Minimum Charge.

• New project drafting. Proposed Plans revisions** per customer and office review, as needed. Per hour. **More than one revision may be necessary.

• New project drafting. Print reviewed set, ready for customer approval. Up to 4 hours.

OFFICE. See Field Visit Pricing.

• Communications**. Person to person, includes portal to portal time, travel and meeting expenses, plan approval visit. Up to 3 hours

• **Online face to face via Microsoft Teams or Google Meet

OFFICE, DRAFTING. See Printing Per Page Pricing.

• New project drafting. Print customer approved set, ready for submittals. Up to 4 hours.

OFFICE. See Expediter Fee Pricing. See Printing Per Page Pricing. See Field Visit Pricing.

• New project drafting. Prepare submittal package, three sets of drawings, three copies of T24, air pollution control district clearance**, structural calculations**, truss calculations**. Civil and Structural Engineering** by others when required. Additional charges apply.

• New project drafting. Plan submittals to AHJ. Up to 4 hours.

• New project drafting. Plan check corrections from AHJ. 8 hours or more.

• New project drafting. Plan submittals after corrections. Up to 4 hours.

• New project drafting. Approved plans pick up, copies, and delivery** to customer. Up to 4 hours.

• **All fees related to the plans outside motmots.net drafting are paid for by the owner and include, but are not limited to: Civil, Structural, Fire Sprinklers, HVAC, Landscape, Photovoltaic, etc. School Fees. RTMF, Impact, HOA's and Other Department Clearances. Surveying, Case Studies.

• **Delivery by FEDEX/UPS when required or requested. No additional charge.
• **A planning clearance will be required prior to plans accepted for building plan check. This review is separate from the building plan check and will incur additional costs if planning department corrections are needed.

Here are the base costs that go into actual estimates. Some project conditions modify these base costs. Stories modify the total square feet of floor being drafted.

Structural, Trusses, Mechanical, Fire Protection, Photovoltaic, City/County, School fees are not part of our scope and are performed by others at an additional cost to the Owner. 

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ESTIMATION SERVICES - CONSTRUCTION - INSURANCE - XACTIMATE

CAD DRAFTING FRESNO CA

ACCURATE AND DETAILED ESTIMATION FOR MOST PROJECTS

• OVER 30 YEARS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY.

• OVER 25 YEARS ESTIMATING WITH XACTIMATE ESTIMATING SOFTWARE.

• UP TO DATE WITH CURRENT BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS TO ENSURE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

*SPECIALIZED IN NEW CONSTRUCTION AND INSURANCE RESTORATION ESTIMATES*

WATER - FIRE - WIND - FLOOD.

• CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATES FOR GENERAL CONTRACTORS AND SINGLE TRADE CONTRACTORS.

• NEW CONSTRUCTION - REMODELS - ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS - SINGLE TRADES

***FLEXIBLE RATES - FAST TURNAROUND*** 

SAMPLE OF RESIDENTIAL RESTORATION ESTIMATE HERE

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CAD DRAFTING FRESNO CA - CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

CAD DRAFTING FRESNO CA

RESIDENTIAL SINGLE AND MULTI FAMILY NEW CONSTRUCTION - ADU's (Accessory Dwelling Units) - ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS - REMODELS - FIRE DAMAGE - CODE ENFORCEMENT - CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS

Approved Plans - City of Fresno | Visit our website www.motmots.net.net for actual projects

Construction Documents - Energy Calcs - Code Compliance

WE HAVE HELPED BUILD - REMODEL - RESTORE - AND ENHANCE MANY PROJECTS IN CALIFORNIA. PROVIDING CUSTOMERS WITH ACCURATE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION TO HELP CONSTRUCTION TEAMS COMPLETE THEIR TASKS WITH PEACE OF MIND.

Construction Documents include but are not limited to:

Cover Sheet - Site Plan - Existing Plans - Demolition Plans - Proposed Floor Plans** - Elevations - Sections - Roof Plans - Floor, Wall, Ceiling and Roof Framing Plans - Electrical Plans - Mechanical Plans - Plumbing Plans - Details - Cabinet, Door and Window Schedules - General Notes - Energy Calculations **Floor plans include second story when applicable.

Additional Plans upon request include Finish Plans - Interior Elevations - Kitchen Layout and Casework - Shop Drawings - Material Take Off - 3D Renderings.

Structural, Trusses, Mechanical, Fire Protection, Photovoltaic, City/County, School fees are not part of our scope, and are performed by others at an additional cost to the Owner.

Computer aided design drafting "CADD" supporting ArchiCAD, Revit, AutoCAD, Chief Architect, SoftPlan, BC Framer and  eCabinets Systems for Casework.

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