Client Testimonials
Providing customized, quality service to our clients is the foundation of our business.
"From the outset, it was clear that the team at PDS was attentive, organized, and ready to engage immediately, which gave us confidence that they could meet the project’s tight timeline and understand its priorities. The process was efficient and collaborative; The team was highly responsive and demonstrated an ability to turn information around quickly without sacrificing quality, which was critical given the expedited schedule. Consistent communication and responsiveness stood out the most. Questions were addressed promptly, expectations were clearly managed, and we always felt informed about progress and next steps. The team provided well-coordinated as-built drawings and exterior elevation documentation that met the project’s needs and submission requirements. The drawings were thorough, well developed, and graphically clear. They accurately captured existing conditions and provided a reliable basis for review and decision-making. I would be happy to recommend their services, particularly to clients who value responsiveness, clear communication, and the ability to deliver high-quality work on an accelerated timeline.”
– Allison Adderley, RA, Principal
Heitler Houstoun Architects
"Getting accurate measurements of existing structures to create prefabricated walls was a problem that impacted efficiency, waste, and the need for on-site modifications. PDS was able to provide far more accurate measurements which reduced time on site for measuring and modifications. Their data produced a SketchUp model that I could directly work off of with FrameBuilder-MRD, improving quoting and production times. Their turn-around time was quick and communication was great, making the process easy and efficient. I recommend their services.”
– Brandon Ralph
All Metal Works
"As an environmental engineering firm, the quality and professionalism of our technical deliverables directly reflect our credibility with clients. Before partnering with PDS, we struggled to produce the caliber of figures, maps, CAD drawings, and GIS presentations that our projects demanded. Attempting to handle this work in-house was simply not sustainable — the results lacked the sophistication our clients expected, and it pulled valuable staff time away from the core engineering work they were hired to do. We were competing against larger firms with dedicated drafting departments, and we needed to close that gap without dramatically increasing overhead. We had tried managing production internally, but the limitations were clear. The quality wasn't there, the turnaround was slow, and the hidden cost in staff hours was significant. We needed a better solution.
What drew us to PDS was straightforward — their convenient location made collaboration easy, and from the very first conversation, their staff demonstrated a clear understanding of what environmental engineering firms actually need. They weren't just generic drafters; they had real familiarity with brownfields work and the specific types of technical products our industry requires. Just as importantly, they delivered everything in formats we could actually use, which eliminated a lot of the back-and-forth we'd experienced elsewhere.
Working with PDS has been refreshingly smooth. Communication was prompt and easy, and we never had trouble reaching someone when we had a question or needed a revision. That kind of responsiveness matters enormously when you're up against project deadlines. The team grasped our needs quickly and consistently delivered figures, maps, CAD drawings, and GIS presentations that looked polished and professional — the kind of work that makes a real impression in client reports and regulatory submittals.
The impact on our firm has been meaningful. We've been able to compete more effectively against larger competitors by presenting a level of technical quality that matches or exceeds theirs, without the burden of maintaining a full in-house drafting operation. Our staff can stay focused on engineering rather than wrestling with graphics software, and we get better results faster and at a lower overall cost.
We would absolutely recommend PDS to other environmental or engineering firms facing the same challenge. If you need high-quality technical figures, maps, or CAD work and want a team that understands your industry and is easy to work with, PDS delivers. They've helped us raise our game, and that's made a genuine difference for our business.”
– Peter Gorton, Owner
Niagara Engineering
"My husband and I were preparing for our first big house renovation and Nick was very helpful during this process. He took us step by step on what was needed throughout the process. He attended every meeting, answered our questions, and came up with creative ideas and suggestions that we would not have otherwise considered. The entire Professional Drafting Service team is very responsive, organized and knowledgeable and we have already recommended them to our friends!"
– Jarrod & Gina Pelosi, Homeowner
"During a recent renovation at one of our facilities, we required a CAD layout of a building. We contacted the building owner & town who only had older drawings and nothing electronic. Upon investigation I found Professional Drafting Services who were able to come on site and set up a LiDAR scanning system to provide a 2D drawing of the interior under renovation. The scan provided us exactly what we needed, and we could extract more from data collected such as wall thicknesses, window & door detail, along with elevations and additional detail. Professional Drafting Services discussed the plan in detail and provided us exactly what we needed. I believe we will use them in the future for these type services as renovations are continually underway at our facilities. "
– Jeff Kawa, Chief Engineer Facilities & Controls
ARMOR IIMAK