#1 Construction Documentation Services in Pakistan | ACCO

You have a plot. You have a vision. You hire a contractor. He starts digging. You have no soil report – so you do not know if the foundation is safe. You have no structural drawings – so the contractor decides where to put rebar. You have no material test reports – so you never know if the concrete is strong enough. You have no inspection logs – so you cannot prove what was built. And when cracks appear after a year, you have no documentation to hold anyone accountable. This is not construction. This is a gamble. And in Pakistan, most homeowners lose.

Ahmed Construction Company (ACCO) eliminates this gamble with professional Construction Documentation Services in Pakistan. For over 25 years, we have provided complete engineering documentation for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Our notable clients – Meezan Bank, Bata, BUITMS – require comprehensive documentation for their institutional projects. We bring that same documentation rigour to every project, regardless of size.

Construction documentation is the complete record of your building project: soil investigation reports (what is the ground?), architectural drawings (what will it look like?), structural engineering drawings (how will it stand?), bar bending schedules (where does every rebar go?), material test reports (is the concrete strong enough?), inspection logs (was it built correctly?), and as-built drawings (what was actually constructed?). Whether you are a homeowner wanting to ensure quality, an architect needing to document your design, a contractor requiring professional drawings for approval, or a bank requiring documentation for financing, ACCO delivers complete construction documentation that protects your investment and provides traceability from concept to completion.

What Are Construction Documentation Services in Pakistan?

Construction Documentation Services encompass the complete set of engineering, architectural, and technical documents required for the design, approval, construction, and verification of a building project – from concept to as-built. Proper documentation is essential for: regulatory approval (housing societies like DHA and Bahria Town require architectural and structural drawings for NOC; development authorities require them for building permits), quality control (contractors cannot cut corners if specifications are documented; material test reports verify quality), dispute resolution (documented specifications protect you if the contractor does substandard work), resale value (a documented, engineered structure is worth more than an undocumented one), future modifications (as-built drawings show where rebar, conduit, and pipes are located for future drilling or cutting), and financing (banks and housing finance companies require engineered drawings and test reports for loan approval).

A complete construction documentation package includes: architectural drawings (site plan (plot boundaries, building footprint, setbacks, parking, landscaping, utility connections), floor plans (all levels: ground, first, second, basement, with room names, dimensions, window/door locations, finish schedules (flooring, wall, ceiling for each room), furniture layout (optional), electrical and mechanical (schematic – detailed MEP is separate), elevations (front, side, rear, showing exterior finishes, roof lines, window/door styles, height dimensions), sections (cut through the building showing floor-to-floor heights, foundation depth, roof structure, relationship between levels), and schedules (door schedule (size, material, finish, hardware), window schedule (size, material, type, glass specification), finish schedule (floor, wall, ceiling material for each room))), structural engineering drawings (foundation plan (footing locations, dimensions, reinforcement), column schedule (column tag, size, reinforcement (longitudinal bars, ties), concrete strength), beam schedule (beam tag, span, size, reinforcement (bottom steel, top steel, stirrups), concrete strength), slab schedule (slab thickness, reinforcement (bottom and top steel), concrete strength, special details), staircase details, roof slab details (slope, reinforcement, waterproofing specification, drainage), and general notes (material specifications (rebar grade, concrete strength, block strength), design codes (ACI, British Standards, local building codes), load assumptions, construction guidelines (curing, cover, lapping))), bar bending schedules (rebar cut and bend list for each structural element, with bar mark, shape code, dimensions, quantity, total length, weight, bending instructions for fabricators), soil investigation report (borehole locations, soil classification (clay, sand, silt, rock), lab test results (bearing capacity, shear strength, consolidation, water table depth, chemical analysis), foundation recommendations (type, depth, allowable bearing pressure)), material test reports (concrete mix design and cylinder test results (7 and 28 day strength), rebar test certificates (tensile strength, yield strength, elongation, grade), brick/block compressive strength test results, and aggregate and sand test results (sieve analysis, silt content)), construction inspection logs (reinforcement inspection log (date, location, rebar size, spacing, cover, laps, ties, inspector signature, client signature), concrete pour log (date, location, volume, slump test, cylinder sample ID, curing method, weather conditions), curing log (daily record of curing method and duration), MEP rough-in inspection logs (location of electrical conduits, plumbing pipes, HVAC ductwork before covering with concrete or drywall)), and as-built drawings (final set of drawings marked up to show any changes made during construction (field conditions, client requests, unforeseen obstacles) – essential for future renovations and knowing where rebar, conduit, and pipes are located).

In Pakistan, most residential and many commercial projects are built without any documentation. Contractors operate on verbal agreements and “contractor standard practice.” The result is: no accountability when something fails, difficulty obtaining housing society NOCs (DHA and Bahria Town require drawings), lower resale value (buyers cannot verify quality), dangerous structures (under-designed foundations, weak concrete), and costly renovations (no as-builts – you drill into rebar or cut into pipes). ACCO’s documentation services bring institutional-grade rigour to every project. For homeowners, architects, engineers, contractors, and banks across Pakistan, Construction Documentation Services in Pakistan are the difference between a documented, engineered building and an undocumented gamble.

ACCO: 25+ Years of Engineering & Architectural Documentation Excellence

Ahmed Construction Company (ACCO) has been providing construction documentation for over 25 years. From our Lahore headquarters at Office 2, 3rd Floor, Bigcity Plaza, Gulberg-III, and our Karachi office, we have documented hundreds of projects. Our notable clients – Meezan Bank (80+ branches – each with complete documentation packages), Bata (showrooms nationwide), and BUITMS (campus buildings) – require comprehensive documentation for their institutional projects. We bring that same documentation rigour to every project, whether a 5-marla home or a 2-kanal estate.

What makes ACCO different is our integrated, multi-disciplinary documentation approach. We do not just produce architectural drawings in isolation. We start with soil investigation (so the design matches the ground). We perform structural engineering calculations (so the structure is safe). We produce architectural drawings (so you can visualize and approve the layout). We provide bar bending schedules (so fabricators can cut rebar accurately). We coordinate material testing (concrete cylinders, rebar tensile tests) and compile test reports. We maintain inspection logs during construction (reinforcement, concrete, curing). And we deliver as-built drawings at completion (so you know what was built). All documentation is stamped by PEC-registered engineers (structural) and PCATP-registered architects (architectural) where required, and is accepted by DHA, Bahria Town, LDA, KDA, CDA, and banks.

Our documentation coverage includes all major housing societies: DHA (Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad), Bahria Town (all phases), Lake City, Wapda Town, Model Town, Johar Town, and Askari Housing. We also serve international clients in the UAE, UK, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and USA who need documentation for their Pakistan projects. When you choose ACCO for Construction Documentation Services in Pakistan, you get a complete, verifiable, and regulatory-compliant record of your building – from concept to completion.

Our Construction Documentation Service Categories

ACCO offers comprehensive documentation services. We can provide individual components or a complete package.

1. Architectural Drawings

Complete architectural documentation including: site plan (plot boundaries, building footprint, setbacks, parking, landscaping, hardscape, utility connections (water, sewer, gas, electric, data), north arrow, scale, and access). Floor plans (all levels: ground, first, second, basement, roof, with room names and dimensions, window/door locations with sizes and types, swing directions, stairs (direction, number of risers, handrail), fixture placement (kitchen cabinets, bathroom fixtures, water heater, AC units), finish symbols (flooring (tile, marble, wood), wall finish (paint, wallpaper, cladding)), and structural grid (column and beam locations). Furniture layout (optional – showing proposed furniture placement for client approval and contractor coordination). Elevations (front, rear, left, right, with exterior finishes (stone, cladding, paint, stucco), roof lines (slope, overhangs, parapets), window and door styles, height dimensions (floor to floor, floor to ceiling, top of parapet)). Sections (longitudinal and transverse sections through the building, showing floor-to-floor heights, foundation depth, roof structure, slab thickness, relationship between levels, stair configuration, and ceiling heights). Schedules (door schedule (mark, quantity, width x height, thickness, material, finish, frame type, hardware (handles, hinges, locks), fire rating), window schedule (mark, quantity, width x height, frame material, glass type (clear, tinted, low-E, double-glazed), operation (casement, sliding, fixed), insect screen, sill height), finish schedule (for each room: floor material (type, colour, finish), wall material (type, colour, finish, wainscot height), ceiling material (type, colour, height), baseboard (type, height, colour)). General notes (drawing scale, north arrow, abbreviations, code references, construction guidelines (waterproofing, damp proofing, etc.), and client approval block). ACCO’s architectural drawings are produced in CAD (DWG) and PDF formats, stamped by PCATP-registered architects.

2. Structural Engineering Drawings

Complete structural documentation including: general notes (material specifications (rebar grade (Grade 60/420, Grade 40/280), concrete strength (21 MPa, 28 MPa for residential, higher for commercial), block type (solid/hollow, strength), mortar mix (1:3,1:4,1:5,1:6), design codes (ACI 318, British Standards, local building codes), load assumptions (dead loads (self-weight, finishes, walls, MEP allowances), live loads (people, furniture – per building code), wind loads (basic wind speed per local code), seismic loads (seismic zone (zone 2A, 2B, 3, 4 in Pakistan), soil bearing capacity (from soil report), construction guidelines (curing period (7-14 days), cover (clear cover for rebar: soil contact 75mm, interior 25-40mm), lapping (length and stagger), hooks and bends (standard 90°, 135°, 180°), and inspection requirements). Foundation plan (location of each footing with dimensions (width, length, depth), orientation and grid location, connection to columns (column stub, keyway, dowels), foundation tie beams (plinths) with dimensions and reinforcement, and damp proof course location. Column schedule (column tag (C1, C2, C3, etc.), grid location (intersection), size (width x depth), reinforcement (longitudinal bars (size and quantity, e.g., 4-#4 or 6-#5), ties (bar size and spacing (e.g., #3 ties at 12″ o.c.), concrete strength (e.g., 3000 psi / 21 MPa), cover (clear cover in mm or inches), development length (into beam or foundation), splice location (if lap spliced). Beam schedule (beam tag (B1, B2, etc.), span length (center-to-center of supports), size (width x depth), reinforcement (bottom steel (bar size and quantity, e.g., 2-#5), top steel over supports (bar size and quantity, e.g., 2-#4), stirrups (bar size and spacing at supports (e.g., #3 at 4″ o.c.), and at mid-span (e.g., #3 at 8″ o.c.), concrete strength, development length at supports (hook or straight), lap splice length). Slab schedule (slab tag (S1, S2), slab type (solid one-way (span direction), solid two-way, ribbed (waffle), post-tensioned, thickness (mm or in), reinforcement (bottom steel: size and spacing (e.g., #4 at 12″ o.c.), temperature steel: size and spacing (e.g., #3 at 18″ o.c.), top steel over supports: if required (e.g., #4 at 12″ o.c., extend 1/4 span), drop panels (if required), concrete strength). Staircase details (structural drawings of stairs: waist slab thickness, reinforcement (bottom steel, top steel over landing), step dimensions (rise (height, e.g., 7 inches / 18 cm), run (depth, e.g., 11 inches / 28 cm), number of risers and treads), landing reinforcement, stringer details (if stringer used), handrail embedment details, and connection to floor slab. Roof slab details (slope (1:40 to 1:50) for drainage, reinforcement (same as slab, plus extra around drains), and waterproofing specification (membrane type, application method, flashings, drain and scupper locations, and parapet reinforcement). Cross-sections and details (sections through foundation, column-beam connection, beam-slab connection, slab edge, and staircase at larger scale (1:10 or 1:20) showing reinforcement details and hook dimensions). ACCO’s structural drawings are produced in CAD (DWG) and PDF formats, stamped by PEC-registered structural engineers.

3. Bar Bending Schedules (BBS)

Detailed rebar cutting and bending list for fabrication including: bar mark (unique identifier for each bar shape and size, referenced in structural drawings), shape code (standard shape from bending schedule codes (BS 4466 or ACI 315), dimensioned diagram of the bent bar, with all necessary dimensions (a, b, c, etc.), diameter (bar size in mm or # (e.g., #3 (10mm), #4 (12mm), #5 (16mm), #6 (20mm), #8 (25mm))), quantity (number of bars of this shape required for the element (e.g., 8 bars for column C1, 12 bars for beam B2), length (straight length before bending, for cutting; bent length (length along centreline) for reinforcement), total length (quantity x length) for ordering, weight (kg per bar (weight per meter x length) and total kg for ordering), bending instructions (bend sequence and direction for fabricator), and drawing reference (structural drawing number and grid location of the element). ACCO’s bar bending schedules eliminate guesswork and waste – fabricators can cut and bend rebar directly from our schedule without calculating lengths from drawings. Typical waste 2-3% instead of 10-15%.

4. Soil Investigation Reports

Complete geotechnical documentation including: borehole location plan (positions of boreholes on your plot, typically 2-4 bores for residential plots, spaced to capture soil variability, with coordinates tied to site plan). Boring logs (depth of each borehole (typically 15-30 feet for residential, deeper for commercial (50-100 feet) or for multi-storey), soil classification at each depth (using Unified Soil Classification System (USCS) – clay, sand, silt, gravel, rock, with group symbols (SC, CL, SM, GW, etc.)), visual description (colour, moisture, consistency (very soft, soft, stiff, hard), plasticity, grain shape, cementation), standard penetration test (SPT) N-values (blow count – measure of soil density/stiffness, corrected for overburden), recovery of disturbed and undisturbed samples (sample depths, tube type, recovery ratio), groundwater observations (depth at time of drilling (if encountered), water level after drilling (monitoring well), seasonal variation (if known)), and laboratory test results (moisture content (each sample), Atterberg limits (liquid limit, plastic limit, plasticity index – for clay classification), grain size analysis (sieve analysis for sand and gravel, hydrometer for silt/clay), direct shear test (soil cohesion (c) and angle of internal friction (φ)), consolidation test (settlement potential (under load) – pre-consolidation pressure, compression index, recompression index), unconfined compressive strength (for cohesive soils), pH and chemical analysis (chlorides, sulphates for concrete/rebar corrosion potential), and laboratory photographs (sample photos). Foundation recommendations (allowable bearing capacity (ksf or kPa) – safe load per square foot, foundation type (spread footings, combined footings, raft, piles, depending on soil), foundation depth (e.g., 4 feet, 5 feet below grade, seasonal frost depth), settlement estimates (total settlement expected (inches or cm) and differential settlement (e.g., < 1 inch)), groundwater table depth and seasonal variation, special construction considerations (dewatering if water table high, soil improvement if required (compaction, vibro-compaction, stone columns, wick drains), corrosion potential for concrete and steel (sulphate attack, chloride-induced corrosion), and excavation recommendations (slope angles or shoring). ACCO’s soil reports are prepared by registered geotechnical engineers and accepted by DHA, Bahria Town, and development authorities.

5. Material Test Reports

Documentation of material quality including: concrete test reports (mix design (specified strength at 28 days, e.g., 3000 psi / 21 MPa, 4000 psi / 28 MPa, 5000 psi / 35 MPa), with mix proportions (cement type and quantity (kg/m³), fine aggregate (sand) (kg/m³), coarse aggregate (crush) (kg/m³), water (litres/m³), water-cement ratio (w/c, typically 0.4-0.5 for good strength, lower for high strength), admixture type and dosage (plasticizer, superplasticizer, retarder, air-entraining)), and cylinder test results for each pour (7-day strength (early strength indicator), 28-day strength (acceptance), test date, cylinder ID, break load (lbs or kN), compressive strength (psi or MPa), acceptance criteria (meets or exceeds specified strength), and any failures (low strength, investigation), and curing method (standard lab cure or field cure). Rebar test certificates (mill certificate (notarized copy) or independent lab test (tensile strength (ultimate, psi or MPa), yield strength (yield point for mild steel, 0.2% offset for deformed bars), elongation (% before fracture), bend test (ductility, no cracking), grade (Grade 60/420 (420 MPa yield), Grade 40/280 (280 MPa yield), Grade 75/520, etc.), manufacturer, heat number, bar size, weight per meter, and visual inspection (no major defects). Brick/block compressive strength test (specimen preparation, crushing load (kN), area (mm²), compressive strength (psi or MPa, e.g., 5000 psi for concrete blocks, 1500-3000 psi for clay bricks), water absorption (percentage, weight gain after 24-hour submersion, typically 10-15% max for good bricks, lower for blocks), efflorescence (salt staining – nil, slight, moderate, heavy – moderate/heavy not acceptable), and dimensional tolerances (length, width, height variations). Aggregate test reports (sieve analysis (gradation curve, percent passing each sieve (3/4″, 3/8″, #4, #8, #16, #30, #50, #100, #200)), fineness modulus (2.3-3.1 for concrete sand), silt content (percentage of silt and clay by weight – typically <3% for sand), crushing value (aggregate strength), impact value (toughness), soundness (resistance to weathering), and organic impurities (colour comparison to standard – no darker than standard). Water test report (pH (6-8 acceptable), chlorides (mg/litre), sulphates (mg/litre), organic matter (mg/litre), total dissolved solids (TDS) (mg/litre) – potable water is typically acceptable for concrete, but brackish water may need treatment. ACCO coordinates with accredited labs for testing and includes test reports in the documentation package.

6. Construction Inspection Logs

Verification records during construction including: reinforcement inspection log (date, location (foundation, column C1, beam B2, slab S1), rebar size and spacing (actual measured per drawing), cover (cover blocks observed, spacing of cover blocks), lap splices (lap length measured (actual vs design), splice location (staggered), tying (proper tie wire, hooks), ties/stirrups (spacing, hooks, bent corners), inspector signature, client signature, photographs). Concrete pour log (date, location (foundation, column, slab), concrete volume (cubic yards or cubic meters), slump test result (acceptable range mm or inches, e.g., 75-100mm for columns, 25-75mm for slabs), cylinder sample ID (IDs for 7 and 28 day tests), batch ticket number (from ready-mix plant), curing method (wet burlap (frequency of re-wetting), ponding (water depth), curing compound (application date), weather conditions (temperature (min/max), humidity, rain (yes/no), wind), start and end time of pour, concrete truck numbers, delay or stoppage (if any), inspector signature, concrete supplier representative signature). Curing log (daily record for 7-14 days: date, element (foundation, column, slab, roof), curing method (wet burlap (if re-wetted, time), ponding (if water added, time), curing compound (application time and coverage, if reapplied (rare) but note), temperature (min/max during curing period), inspector signature). MEP rough-in inspection log (date, location (room, wall), electrical conduit (size, type (PVC, EMT, rigid), routing (in slab, in wall), support spacing, pulling string installed), plumbing pipes (size, material (PVC, PPR, copper), slope (for drainage), pressure test (if performed, pressure and duration), insulation (if required)), HVAC ductwork (size, material, support spacing, insulation (if required), access panel location), and low voltage (data, security, AV – conduit or cable type, location, pull string). Photographs attached to logs. ACCO’s inspection logs provide traceable evidence that the structure and systems were built to specifications – critical for warranty claims, resale, and dispute resolution.

7. As-Built Drawings

Final record of what was actually constructed including: architectural as-built (any changes from original drawings due to client requests (e.g., wall moved, window enlarged), field conditions (e.g., rock encountered, utility conflict), contractor convenience (e.g., door swing changed, column offset), all changes marked on a copy of the original drawings, with cloud notation and revision number, and cross-referenced to change order). Structural as-built (actual column locations (if shifted), sizes, reinforcement (if increased, changed), beam and slab as-built (actual dimensions, reinforcement (if changed), openings added during construction (location, size, reinforcement details), foundation changes (if rock encountered, footing depth or size increased), additional tie beams, and changes to rebar sizes or spacing). MEP as-built (actual location of electrical conduits (moved to avoid clashes with structure, embedded in slab, walls), plumbing pipes (routing changes, additional cleanouts, slope adjustments), HVAC ductwork (routing changes due to structure conflicts, added supports), and low voltage (added conduits for future systems). As-built drawings are essential for future renovations – you know where rebar is located before drilling into a slab or wall, and where electrical conduits and plumbing pipes are before cutting. As-builts also increase resale value (buyers can see what was actually built).

ACCO vs. Typical Construction Practice: The Documentation Difference

Most contractors in Pakistan build without documentation. Here is why ACCO’s Construction Documentation Services in Pakistan deliver traceable, verifiable, and regulatory-compliant buildings.

Our Construction Documentation Process

ACCO follows a systematic, multi-disciplinary, document-everything process for every Construction Documentation Services in Pakistan. We record every step from concept to as-built.

1. Consultation & Documentation Scope Definition: We discuss your project (building type (residential, commercial, industrial), size, location), documentation requirements (architectural drawings, structural drawings, soil report, BBS, material testing, inspection logs, as-built – all or selected components), regulatory requirements (DHA, Bahria Town, LDA, KDA, CDA, bank financing), and timeline.
2. Soil Investigation (If included): We arrange boreholes at your plot (2-4 bores for residential, more for larger/commercial), collect disturbed and undisturbed samples, send to lab for testing (classification, strength, consolidation, water table, chemical analysis), and produce a comprehensive soil investigation report with foundation recommendations.
3. Architectural Design & Drafting: Our architects produce: site plan (based on plot survey), floor plans (all levels), elevations (front, rear, sides), sections (longitudinal and transverse), door/window/finish schedules, and furniture layout (optional). We coordinate with you for review and revisions. We produce 3D architectural walkthrough (optional) for visualization.
4. Structural Engineering & Drafting: Our structural engineers calculate loads (dead, live, wind, seismic) using soil bearing capacity from soil report. They design foundations, columns, beams, slabs, roof, and staircase. Our draftspersons produce complete structural drawings: foundation plan, column schedule, beam schedule, slab plan, staircase details, roof details, and sections. We produce a bar bending schedule (BBS) for each structural element.
5. Material Test Plan & Coordination: We identify required material tests (concrete mix design, rebar mill certificates, brick/block compressive strength, aggregate testing). We coordinate with accredited labs for sampling and testing. We compile test reports into the documentation package.
6. Construction & Inspection Documentation (If ACCO is constructing): If ACCO is also the contractor, we maintain: reinforcement inspection logs (you inspect and sign before each pour), concrete pour logs (record slump, cylinders, curing, weather conditions), curing logs (daily record), MEP rough-in inspection logs (conduit, pipe, duct location before covering). If ACCO is only documenting (you have another contractor), we train your representative or provide inspection services to document contractor compliance.
7. As-Built Drawings: Upon completion of construction, we update all drawing sets (architectural, structural, MEP required) to reflect any changes made during construction (field modifications, client changes, unforeseen obstacles). As-built drawings are essential for future renovations, resale value, and warranty claims.
8. Documentation Package Compilation & Delivery: We compile all documents into a professional package: cover sheet with project information, table of contents, soil investigation report, architectural drawings (PDF and DWG), structural drawings (PDF and DWG), bar bending schedule (PDF and Excel), material test reports (PDF), inspection logs (PDF – if applicable), as-built drawings (PDF and DWG – if applicable), and engineer’s and architect’s stamps and signatures (PEC, PCATP). We deliver both digital (PDF, DWG, Excel for BBS) and printed copies (upon request).

Why Architects, Engineers, Property Owners & Banks Choose ACCO for Documentation

Proper documentation is the difference between an engineered building and an undocumented gamble. Architects need complete drawing sets for permit submission and client communication. Engineers need soil reports and test results to verify design assumptions and ensure safety. Property owners need documentation to obtain NOCs (DHA, Bahria Town), building permits (LDA, KDA, CDA), financing (bank loans require engineered drawings), and resale value. Banks need documentation to verify the asset they are financing meets engineering standards. Contractors need documentation to bid accurately and avoid disputes.

Our documentation clients include homeowners building their forever homes, architects requiring complete drawing sets for their designs, engineers seeking third-party documentation for project approvals, developers needing complete packages for multiple housing units, contractors needing professional drawings for client submission, and banks requiring documentation for loan approval. They choose ACCO for: engineering rigour (stamped by PEC-registered engineers and PCATP-registered architects), completeness (soil to as-built, architectural to structural), regulatory acceptance (DHA, Bahria Town, LDA, KDA, CDA approved), traceability (test reports, inspection logs), and dispute protection (documentation specifies requirements).

Our documentation packages are used for: DHA Lahore NOC (requires architectural and structural drawings, soil report), Bahria Town design approval (requires complete drawing set), LDA building permit (requires architectural and structural drawings), bank financing (requires engineered drawings, soil report, test reports), and resale disclosure (documented structure increases buyer confidence). View our documentation portfolio to see examples of complete construction documentation packages. ACCO is registered with PEC (structural) and PCATP (architectural) – our documentation is stamped by licensed professionals.

ACCO by the Numbers: Construction Documentation Track Record

Here is ACCO’s measurable performance in Construction Documentation Services in Pakistan:

• 25+ years of engineering documentation experience.
• 500+ projects with complete construction documentation packages delivered.
• 100% soil investigation – we test the soil for every project where documentation includes foundation design.
• 100% architectural and structural drawings – all stamped by PEC and PCATP registered professionals.
• Bar bending schedules for every project – thousands of rebar entries, reducing waste.
• Concrete cylinder testing documented for all concrete pours.
• Material test reports (rebar, blocks, aggregates) compiled for every project.
• Inspection logs maintained for projects where ACCO is contractor or inspection provider.
• As-built drawings provided for all projects where ACCO is contractor.
• Documentation packages accepted by DHA, Bahria Town, LDA, KDA, CDA, and banks.
• 2 major offices in Lahore (Gulberg-III) and Karachi, with nationwide documentation services.
• 5+ countries served for international clients needing documentation for Pakistan projects.
• PEC registered, PCATP registered – your documentation is prepared by licensed engineers and architects.

Frequently Asked Questions About Construction Documentation in Pakistan

1. What is architectural engineering and why does my construction need documentation?

Architectural engineering applies engineering principles to building design. Documentation is the record of those engineering decisions: soil test results (what is the ground?), structural calculations (how strong does the structure need to be?), reinforcement schedules (what steel goes where?), material test reports (is the concrete strong enough?), and inspection logs (was it built correctly?). Without documentation, you have no evidence that engineering was performed. You are relying on trust and guesswork. ACCO’s documentation provides traceable, verifiable evidence of engineering quality.

2. How do I get a floor plan designed for my house if I only have rough ideas?

Contact ACCO via phone (+92 322 800 0190), email (info@acco.com.pk), or our