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Building Blocks FAQs
  1. How long is the learning curve?
  2. Is Building Blocks capable of 2 story houses?
  3. Will Building Blocks allow me to specify how I plan to build?
  4. Does Building Blocks have symbols already loaded in the program?
  5. Can I modify the Automatic Blueprints?
  6. Can I specify where I would like to cut my section view from?
  7. Can I adjust a room from a hip to a gable end?
  8. Can I utilize my Building Blocks design in SolidBuilder?
  9. Is it easy to make changes for the client inside Building Blocks?

Q: How long is the learning curve?
A: With Building Block technology, there is literally no learning curve. The Building Block Wizard combined with its user friendly features allows the user to start designing a project right out of the box.

Q. Is Building Blocks capable of 2 story houses?
A: Yes, Building Blocks allows you to specify the number of stories you would like in your design. The Building Blocks Wizard will adjust for the number of stories you specify.

Q. Will Building Blocks allow me to specify how I plan to build?
A: Yes, the Construction Settings inside the Building Blocks Wizard allows you to specify information such as wall widths, wall heights, roof slope, and foundation type.

Q. Does Building Blocks have symbols already loaded in the program?
A: Yes, Building Blocks comes preloaded with many common symbols. There are Kitchen, Bath, Interior, and Cabinets preloaded in the database.

Q. Can I modify the Automatic Blueprints?
A: Yes, Building Blocks provides you with automatic Blueprints, but they can be modified to fit your application. You can modify the design as well as modify the blueprint itself such as adding extra notes, dimensions, or details

Q. Can I specify where I would like to cut my section view from?
A: Yes, Building Blocks gives you the ability to specify where you would like to cut your section from as well as specify what half you would like to view. Building Blocks will do the rest.

Q. Can I adjust a room from a hip to a gable end?
A: Yes, Building Blocks will automatically provide you with a hipped roof. If you would like a hip to become a gabled end, simply specify the roof section, and Building Blocks will convert that hip to a gabled end.

Q. Can I utilize my Building Blocks design in SolidBuilder?
A: Yes, if you would like to utilize the powerful features inside SolidBuilder with your Building Blocks design, simply click the ‘Launch SolidBuilder’ button, then sit back and watch. SolidBuilder will convert your design into a framed 3D model. At this point you can perform any SolidBuilder command such as run cut list, run estimates, draw details, and much more.

Q. Is it easy to make changes for the client inside Building Blocks?
A: Yes, Building Blocks allows you to easily add or remove additional rooms from the plan, draw additional walls, and modify existing walls utilizing the click and drag function.