Construction video documentation entails meticulously capturing the conditions of a construction site through video recordings before the commencement of any construction activities. This process also is sometimes referred to as a Pre-Construction Video Surveys or Insurance Videos. These types of videos serve as crucial evidence to forestall costly and protracted legal disputes that may arise from claims of damages by homeowners, businesses, or local authorities during or after construction.
Municipalities at various levels, including cities, counties, and states, commonly mandate contractors to engage independent, specialized companies proficient in preconstruction video documentation before initiating any work on-site. This requirement is typically outlined in bid documents and project plans, delineating the specific expectations and protocols for conducting this service. Essential details such as the date, project name, direction of movement, and viewing angle are usually embedded onto the video screen for reference.
Physical features like buildings, bridges, trees, and roads serve as reference points for locating where the video is captured and determining the perspective of the shots. The process typically involves using handheld cameras mounted on gimbals to ensure smooth, clear footage, with the camera operator verbally narrating the recorded conditions while traversing the site. Additionally, vehicle-mounted cameras and drones are employed, with project plans often specifying the required height from the ground and the vehicle’s speed during recording.
Pre construction video is always shot in Full 1080p HD and sometimes in 4K. For photography, our pre construction teams shoots Full Frame, High Resolution Digital. These hi resolution cameras produce exception photos and are especially good for shooting in low light situations. Companies not using the latest and best technology are less likely to produce a satisfactory result.
Construction video documentation encompasses both pre-construction and post-construction phases, capturing the site’s conditions before and after the construction activities. Moreover, periodic progress video or photo documentation, also known as owner-directed videos, may be required throughout the project’s duration. These recordings are often scheduled monthly or upon completion of significant project milestones.
St. Louis Video Production has been a leading provider of professional construction video documentation services since 1994. Our expertise in construction video services has consistently saved our utility and contractor clients substantial sums by providing irrefutable evidence of the site’s conditions before construction, shielding them from unwarranted liability claims. Without a comprehensive video record of pre-construction conditions, our clients would have been unfairly burdened with unnecessary repair costs for roads, sidewalks, curbs, and other properties.
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