Professional 2D CAD Drafting Services
Remote Drafting Services provides professional 2D CAD drafting services for businesses, architects, engineers, contractors, manufacturers, designers and other professionals across the UK and internationally.
We create accurate and clearly presented 2D CAD drawings from sketches, PDFs, scanned drawings, measurements, photographs, existing CAD files and other project information.
Whether you need a single technical drawing, a complete set of project drawings or ongoing CAD drafting support, our remote CAD drafting service provides a flexible and cost-effective solution.
What Is 2D CAD Drafting?
2D CAD drafting is the creation of technical drawings using computer-aided design software.
Unlike a simple image or scanned drawing, a CAD drawing contains editable geometry that can be modified, measured and updated.
2D CAD drawings can be used for:
- Design development
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Fabrication
- Installation
- Planning
- Documentation
- Space planning
- Engineering
- Product development
We can create new drawings or update and convert existing drawings according to your requirements.
Our 2D CAD Drafting Services
Architectural CAD Drafting
We provide 2D architectural drafting services for a range of building and interior projects.
Drawings can include:
- Floor plans
- Existing plans
- Proposed plans
- Elevations
- Sections
- Site plans
- Room layouts
- Furniture layouts
- Refurbishment drawings
- As-built drawings
- Detail drawings
We can work from architectural sketches, PDFs, measurements, photographs or existing CAD files.
Engineering CAD Drafting
We provide 2D CAD drafting support for engineering projects.
Depending on the project, drawings can include:
- Mechanical components
- Engineering details
- Assembly drawings
- Manufacturing drawings
- Fabrication drawings
- Brackets
- Plates
- Frames
- Machine components
- Technical details
If a 3D model is required as part of the project, we can also provide 3D CAD modelling and STEP/STP file creation.
Mechanical CAD Drafting
We can create detailed 2D mechanical drawings for individual components and assemblies.
Drawings can include dimensions, tolerances, sections, detail views, notes and other information required by the project.
Mechanical drawings can be prepared from existing CAD files, technical drawings, sketches or other reference information.
Construction CAD Drawings
Construction companies and contractors can use 2D CAD drawings to document proposed and existing building conditions.
We can provide drafting support for:
- Floor plans
- Layout plans
- Construction details
- Sections
- Elevations
- As-built drawings
- Refurbishment drawings
- Installation drawings
- Detail drawings
Manufacturing Drawings
We can prepare 2D CAD drawings for manufacturing and fabrication applications.
Manufacturing drawings can include the information required to communicate component dimensions, materials, tolerances, holes, threads, finishes and other relevant requirements.
Where required, 2D drawings can be produced alongside a 3D CAD model and STEP/STP file.
Shop Drawings
We provide detailed 2D shop drawing services for manufacturers, fabricators, contractors and other businesses.
Shop drawings can show individual components, assemblies, dimensions, connections, fixing locations and manufacturing details.
For more information, see our Shop Drawing Services page.
Space Planning and Layout Drawings
We can create 2D CAD space plans and layouts for offices, commercial properties, residential projects and other spaces.
These can include:
- Walls
- Doors
- Windows
- Furniture
- Workstations
- Equipment
- Room names
- Dimensions
- Areas
- Circulation spaces
See our Space Planning Services page for more information.
2D CAD Drawings From Sketches
You don’t need to have an existing CAD file.
We can create a 2D CAD drawing from a hand-drawn sketch or marked-up plan, provided sufficient information is available.
Useful information can include:
- Dimensions
- Overall sizes
- Room measurements
- Component dimensions
- Notes
- Reference drawings
- Photographs
- Design requirements
If information is missing or unclear, we will identify the issue before proceeding with the work.
PDF to 2D CAD Conversion
If you have drawings in PDF format but need editable CAD files, we can convert or recreate them as 2D CAD drawings.
This can be useful when:
- The original CAD file has been lost
- You received drawings only as PDFs
- You need to modify an existing drawing
- You need to update old drawings
- You want to create an editable CAD archive
For more information, see our CAD Conversion Services page.
CAD Drafting From Existing DWG or DXF Files
If you already have CAD files but need modifications or additional drafting work, we can work from your existing DWG or DXF files.
This can include:
- Updating dimensions
- Modifying layouts
- Adding details
- Creating additional views
- Updating title blocks
- Revising drawings
- Cleaning up existing CAD files
- Creating new drawings from existing information
As-Built CAD Drawings
We can create as-built CAD drawings based on measurements, existing drawings, sketches or other site information.
As-built drawings can document the final condition of a building, room, installation or component following construction, refurbishment or modification.
The accuracy of an as-built drawing depends on the accuracy and completeness of the measurements and information provided.
Technical Drawing Services
Clear technical drawings are important for communicating design and manufacturing information.
Depending on your requirements, we can include:
- Dimensions
- Leaders
- Annotations
- Section marks
- Detail callouts
- Centre lines
- Hidden lines
- Notes
- Symbols
- Drawing numbers
- Revision information
- Title blocks
We can also follow an existing company drawing standard where one is provided.
CAD Drawing Standards
If your business already uses a specific CAD template or drawing standard, you can provide an example for us to follow.
This can include:
- Layer naming
- Line types
- Line weights
- Text styles
- Dimension styles
- Title blocks
- Drawing numbers
- Revision systems
- File naming conventions
Using consistent standards can make it easier to integrate outsourced drawings into your existing workflow.
DWG and DXF CAD Files
We can work with commonly used CAD file formats including DWG and DXF.
If you require another file format, please specify this when requesting a quotation.
For projects involving 3D mechanical components, we can also provide STEP (.STEP / .STP) files where required.
One-Off Drawings or Ongoing CAD Support
You can use our 2D CAD drafting service for a single drawing or a larger project involving multiple drawings.
We can also provide ongoing remote drafting support when your internal CAD team has a high workload or when you need additional drafting capacity.
This allows you to outsource CAD work when required without the commitment of employing a full-time CAD technician.
Our 2D CAD Drafting Process
1. Send Us Your Information
Send us your sketches, PDFs, CAD files, measurements, photographs or other project information.
2. We Review the Project
We review the available information and determine what is required to produce the drawing.
3. Receive a Quote
We provide a quotation based on the scope and complexity of the work.
4. CAD Drafting
We create the 2D CAD drawings according to your requirements.
5. Review and Revisions
You can review the drawings and provide feedback or revision instructions.
6. Final Delivery
The completed drawings are delivered digitally in the agreed format.
Why Outsource 2D CAD Drafting?
Outsourcing CAD drafting can give your business additional capacity when you need it.
It can be particularly useful when:
- Your internal CAD team is busy
- You have a large project deadline
- You have multiple projects running simultaneously
- You need to convert old drawings
- You need additional drafting resources
- You have temporary increases in workload
- You don’t want to employ a full-time CAD technician
Our remote service allows you to work with us digitally from anywhere.
Who We Work With
Our 2D CAD drafting services can support:
- Architects
- Engineers
- Construction companies
- Contractors
- Manufacturers
- Fabricators
- Interior designers
- Property professionals
- Joinery companies
- Furniture manufacturers
- Engineering workshops
- Product designers
- Small and medium-sized businesses
What We Need From You
The information required depends on the type of drawing.
You can send us any available:
- PDF drawings
- DWG files
- DXF files
- Sketches
- Measurements
- Photographs
- Specifications
- Existing drawings
- Marked-up plans
- Reference documents
The more information available, the easier it is to establish the required scope and produce an accurate drawing.
Request a 2D CAD Drafting Quote
Do you need professional 2D CAD drafting services?
Send us your existing drawing, sketch, PDF, CAD file or project requirements.
We’ll review the information and provide a quotation for the required work.
Whether you need a single technical drawing, architectural plan, manufacturing drawing, shop drawing, as-built drawing or ongoing CAD drafting support, Remote Drafting Services can help.
Contact us today to discuss your project and request a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 2D CAD drawing?
A 2D CAD drawing is a digital technical drawing created using computer-aided design software. It can contain editable geometry, dimensions, annotations and other technical information.
Can you create a CAD drawing from a sketch?
Yes. We can create a 2D CAD drawing from a sketch when sufficient dimensions and reference information are available.
Can you convert PDF drawings to CAD?
Yes. We can convert or recreate PDF drawings as editable CAD files. See our CAD Conversion Services page for more information.
Do you provide DWG files?
Yes. DWG is one of the common CAD formats we can work with and provide where required.
Do you provide DXF files?
Yes. DXF files can be provided when required. Please specify your preferred format when requesting a quotation.
Can you update existing CAD drawings?
Yes. We can modify existing DWG and DXF files, including updating dimensions, layouts, details and other drawing information.
Do you provide architectural CAD drafting?
Yes. We can create architectural floor plans, elevations, sections, layouts, details and other 2D CAD drawings based on the information supplied.
Do you provide mechanical CAD drafting?
Yes. We can create 2D mechanical and engineering drawings for components, assemblies, fabrication and manufacturing applications.
Can you create both 2D and 3D CAD drawings?
Yes. In addition to 2D CAD drafting, we provide 3D CAD modelling services, including 3D mechanical components and STEP/STP file creation for compatible CAD/CAM workflows.
How much does 2D CAD drafting cost?
The cost depends on the complexity of the drawing, the amount of information provided and the level of detail required.
Send us your drawing or project requirements and we can provide a quotation.
Do you provide remote CAD drafting services?
Yes. Our CAD drafting services are provided remotely, allowing us to work with businesses across the UK and internationally.
Need Professional 2D CAD Drafting?
If you have a sketch, PDF, existing CAD drawing or project that requires professional 2D CAD drafting, send us the information and tell us what you need.
Remote Drafting Services provides flexible 2D CAD drafting, technical drawing and CAD documentation services for businesses.
Contact us today for a quote.