Troubleshooting

Model Issue Diagnosis

  • Identify the root cause of warnings, errors, and broken elements
  • Fix system assignment issues (duct, pipe, equipment)
  • Resolve visibility/graphics problems
  • Repair broken connectors and incorrect family behavior
  • Address performance issues (slow models, large file sizes, crashes)

Family Troubleshooting

  • Fix incorrect or missing connectors
  • Correct parameter behavior and mapping
  • Repair geometry issues that break routing
  • Clean up overly heavy or poorly built families
  • Standardize visibility settings for clarity

View & Sheet Problems

  • Resolve missing elements in views
  • Fix view template conflicts
  • Correct annotation visibility issues
  • Repair broken tags or schedules
  • Clean up browser organization problems

Coordination‑Related Issues

  • Fix elements that won’t clash correctly
  • Resolve misaligned models or incorrect coordinates
  • Repair linked model visibility issues
  • Correct clearance zones and access problems
  • Fix issues caused by architectural or structural model updates

Routing & System Behavior

  • Fix duct/pipe that won’t connect
  • Resolve slope issues
  • Correct elevation mismatches
  • Repair broken system paths
  • Fix routing that fails due to family or connector problems

Performance Optimization

  • Reduce file size
  • Remove unnecessary geometry
  • Clean up warnings
  • Improve model responsiveness
  • Optimize views for faster navigation

On‑Call Troubleshooting Support

  • Real‑time help during modeling or coordination
  • Quick video/photo review
  • Fast turnaround on urgent issues
  • Support during high‑pressure coordination cycles

Fee Structure

Hourly Troubleshooting

  • Standard rate: $200/hr
  • Rush / same‑day: $250/hr
  • Minimum: 1.0 hour per request

Used for:

  • Fixing broken families
  • Solving visibility issues
  • Repairing connectors
  • Quick routing fixes
  • Model cleanup
  • Urgent coordination problems

Common Troubleshooting Tasks (Fixed‑Fee)

Family Fix — $150–$300

Includes:

  • Connector repair
  • Parameter cleanup
  • Visibility fixes
  • Lightweight optimization

View/Sheet Fix — $150–$250

Includes:

  • Missing elements
  • View template issues
  • Annotation/tag problems
  • Sheet layout fixes

Routing Fix — $200–$400

Includes:

  • Duct/pipe connection issues
  • Slope/elevation mismatches
  • Broken system paths
  • Routing failures due to family issues

Model Cleanup — $300–$800

Includes:

  • Warning cleanup
  • System assignment fixes
  • Performance optimization
  • File size reduction

Troubleshooting Packages

Light Support — $600

  • Up to 3 hours of troubleshooting
  • Ideal for small teams or minor issues
  • Includes summary of fixes

Standard Support — $1,200

  • Up to 6 hours of troubleshooting
  • Includes family fixes + model cleanup
  • Great for active coordination projects

Enhanced Support — $2,000

  • Up to 12 hours of troubleshooting
  • Priority turnaround
  • Includes routing fixes, family repair, and performance optimization
  • Ideal for teams under coordination pressure

On‑Call Support (Monthly)

Perfect for contractors who want guaranteed access during coordination.

Monthly On‑Call — $1,500

  • Up to 10 hours of troubleshooting
  • Priority response
  • Includes model reviews + fixes

Heavy On‑Call — $2,500

  • Up to 20 hours
  • Priority turnaround
  • Includes family fixes, routing fixes, and model optimization