Overview
This article explains how to physically measure the exterior wall thickness of a property so it can be entered into Stitch or Survey. Using a tape measure at an exterior doorway, you measure from the outer cladding to the interior wall surface, being careful to exclude any trim from the measurement.
Wall thickness is important because it affects how accurately floor areas are calculated. By measuring and setting the correct wall thickness, we ensure that both interior and exterior areas are represented properly on floor plans. This helps create reliable, professional results and avoids misleading measurements, especially when comparing properties or meeting industry standards.
For more information on manually adjusting the exterior wall thickness, please see our article under:
Customizing Your iGuide Floor Plans
In this Article
How to Measure the Exterior Wall Thickness
Below is a video tutorial on measuring the thickness of the exterior wall so that it can be entered into Stitch or Survey.
Please note the Exterior Wall Thickness information is between minutes 1:07 and 1:54 in the video below:
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Make sure to use a tape measure.
- Go to a doorway that will give you a clear measurement of the exterior wall.
- Measure from the exterior cladding to the interior wall.
- Make sure not to add any trim to the measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens if I don’t measure the exterior wall thickness?
A: If no measurement is entered, a default wall thickness. Because the default may not match the property, the exterior area on your floor plan may be over- or under-reported. We recommend measuring on every job.
Q: What if there’s no exterior doorway I can measure at?
A: If a doorway isn’t available, for example in a condo unit, you can measure at an exterior window opening instead. As with a doorway, measure from the exterior cladding to the interior wall surface, and leave out any trim, sills or casings.
Q: Does the type of cladding matter?
A: Yes. Brick, stone and stucco are usually thicker than vinyl or wood siding, so the wall thickness can vary from one property to the next.
Q: I forgot to measure on site. Can I change it later?
A: Yes. The exterior wall thickness can be adjusted after the iGuide has been processed. See Customizing Your iGuide Floor Plans for instructions.
Q: Do I need to measure interior walls?
A: No. Only the exterior wall thickness needs to be measured.
Q: Which measurements does wall thickness affect?
A: Exterior wall thickness is used to calculate the exterior area of the property. For more on how areas are calculated, see Method of Measurement and iGuide Measurements and Drafting Standards.
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