In the ever-evolving field of construction and property management, understanding the purpose of Build Cost Estimates (BCEs) and Reinstatement Cost Assessments (RCAs) is essential to avoid potentially costly errors regarding development acquisitions and insurance premiums. This blog aims to shed light on these important services, why they matter, and how they can benefit various stakeholders.
Introduction to the technology As the construction industry continues to evolve, advanced technologies like digital surveying and 3D laser scanning are becoming increasingly important. These innovations are revolutionising the way we approach building projects, offering unparalleled accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration. At ORS, we recognise the transformative potential of these technologies and have already begun integrating
In a move to improve housing standards in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown (DLR), the local council has teamed up with ORS, a leading provider of surveying services. This collaboration aims to ensure compliance with the Housing Standards Regulations 2019, fostering a safer and more comfortable living environment for landlords and tenants in the area. The focus is
Insolvency Cases Over the past 5 years, ORS has completed in excess of 5,000 inspections of assets on behalf of receivers and financial institutions dealing with insolvency. Because properties differ and not all properties present with the same challenges, the ORS multidisciplinary offering and experience is what sets us apart and allows us to provide
Measured Building Surveys A measured building survey is an accurate representation of a building, detailing architectural elements and structural features. It is an essential part of the design and planning process, especially during a building renovation or restoration. During the design stage for some projects, architects may require more detailed drawings, depending on project needs:
The Property Registration Authority (PRA) issued updated mapping guidelines on July 01st, 2021. The updated guidelines were focused on clearing up any grey areas for multi-storey mapping (MSB mapping). Having clearer guides on the requirements benefits all stakeholders but, with fewer mapping queries, this generally allows for a speedier turnaround for both professionals preparing maps
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) is a proven approach to maximising the life of your building assets, including the various systems and plant within. When a PPM strategy is employed, whether it’s time or condition-based, it allows for the required maintenance of the building to be scheduled ahead of time, on an ongoing basis over the
The ORS Building Surveying Team regularly carry out property condition surveys adjacent to upgrade works on Ireland’s road network. Clause 136 of the Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) Specification document for Road Works Series 100 – CC-SPW-00100 Preliminaries states that property condition surveys must be undertaken on all buildings and structures within 50 metres of the
Over the past 5 years, ORS has completed in excess of 5,000 inspections of assets on behalf of receivers and financial institutions dealing with insolvency. Because properties differ and not all properties present with the same challenges, the ORS multidisciplinary offering and experience is what sets us apart and allows us to provide a bespoke