A site survey should do more than confirm the room address. It should establish what the space needs, what infrastructure already exists and what may restrict the installation.
Record the room and its use
The survey should capture room dimensions, seating, presenter position, viewing distances, lighting, acoustics and the normal meeting or presentation workflow. A boardroom, school hall and hospitality room will produce different requirements.
Inspect the infrastructure
Check available power, network points, cable routes, floor boxes, ceiling access, wall construction, mounting positions and equipment storage. Existing speaker cabling, displays or control equipment should be tested before being included in the proposed design.
Record access and timing
Commercial sites may restrict working hours, deliveries, drilling, shutdowns or access to secure areas. Those conditions affect labour, staging and commissioning.
Leave a useful starting point
The survey should support the quotation and give the installation team a factual starting point. It should also identify assumptions that require confirmation before ordering.
For commercial AV installation in Durban and KZN, a proper survey helps the equipment and installation plan follow the actual room.