Remote Plan Drafting for Builders

Small builders, renovation contractors, developers and other designers who need extra drafting capacity.

Hourly rate or fixed price per drawing set, with repeat work from a handful of regular contractors.

• Fast, accurate drafting in AutoCAD, Revit or similar software
• Reading sketches and building code basics
• Reliable deadlines and clear file handling

• Check whether your province requires stamped or registered drawings for the jobs you take on, and who is responsible for them
• Professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance, since drawing errors can be costly
• Don't use the title 'architect' unless registered with your provincial regulator
• Check client contracts for who owns the drawings and who is responsible for permit submissions
• Track income for GST/HST once you pass the small supplier threshold

Estimates suggest startup costs typically sit around $1,000 to $4,000, depending on your drafting software, computer setup and insurance. Professional liability cover is worth pricing, since drawing errors can be costly.

Estimates typically put monthly revenue at around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many builders you work for and how much drafting they send you. The idea assumes at least about 10 hours a week.

Check whether your province requires stamped or registered drawings for the jobs you take on, and who is responsible for them. Also check client contracts on drawing ownership and permit submissions, and avoid the title 'architect' unless registered with your provincial regulator.