Question 1

What is BuildingWorks?

Accepted Answer

BuildingWorks is a national construction closeout documentation company. We handle 100% of closeout documentation collection and verification, delivering it through DataSphere, our digital building documentation platform. 500+ projects completed across 20+ states since 1999.

Question 2

What is construction closeout documentation?

Accepted Answer

Construction closeout documentation is the complete set of project records delivered at end of construction: O&M manuals, warranties, as-built drawings, test and balance reports, commissioning documentation, fire alarm records, and elevator permits.

Question 3

How does BuildingWorks speed up project closeout?

Accepted Answer

BuildingWorks collects documentation throughout construction using parallel processing, reducing closeout from 4-6 months to 30-60 days with zero internal staff time dedicated to document chasing.

Question 4

What is DataSphere?

Accepted Answer

DataSphere is BuildingWorks proprietary digital building documentation platform. Searchable by room, system, manufacturer, or equipment tag. Browser-based with lifetime access at no annual fee.

Question 5

How much does construction closeout documentation cost?

Accepted Answer

BuildingWorks offers Full-Service Closeout and Professional Closeout Management. Typical fees range from $15,000 for smaller projects to $75,000 or more for large, complex facilities.

Question 6

What is project closeout in construction?

Accepted Answer

Project closeout is the final construction phase where all documentation is collected, verified, and delivered to the owner. The industry standard is 4-6 months. BuildingWorks reduces this to 30-60 days.

Question 7

How does BuildingWorks help facilities managers?

Accepted Answer

BuildingWorks gives facilities managers instant access to any O&M manual, warranty, or as-built drawing in seconds. DataSphere is searchable by room, system, manufacturer, and equipment tag, accessible 24/7.

See What Complete Building Documentation Looks Like

See What Complete Building Documentation Looks Like

See What Complete Building Documentation Looks Like

In 4 minutes, see how BuildingWorks works, what the product looks like, and why complete building documentation matters for the life of your building.

In 4 minutes, see how BuildingWorks works, what the product looks like, and why complete building documentation matters for the life of your building.