The problem with ordinary site photos
A folder of site photos rarely answers the questions that matter in a review: which block is this, when was it taken, and was the work done before the bill date? Filenames get lost, and timestamps change when photos are forwarded. A stamp on the image keeps the answer with the photo.
A routine that works
- Set the project code once. Use the Detailed template and add a project or package code so every photo is labelled.
- Shoot from fixed points. Pick two or three spots per block and photograph from the same place each visit. Progress becomes obvious side by side.
- Add a status tag. Mark photos as Inspection, In progress or Work completed so they sort themselves in review.
- Capture the detail that gets disputed. Reinforcement before concreting, embedded conduits before plastering, and anything that will be hidden later.
- Send a weekly report. With Fixlens Pro, turn the week's photos into a PDF site report with your company logo.
What to photograph at each stage
| Stage | Photograph |
|---|---|
| Foundation | Excavation depth with a measuring staff, PCC, footing reinforcement |
| Columns and slabs | Reinforcement and cover blocks before pouring, shuttering, curing |
| Masonry | Wall progress from fixed points, lintel and sill bands |
| Services | Concealed electrical and plumbing lines before plaster |
| Finishing | Flooring, painting, fixtures and the completed handover |
Tips from the field
- Take the overview first, then the close-up, so each detail has context.
- On high floors, wait for the GPS accuracy to settle before shooting.
- Keep originals on the phone and back them up. The stamped image is your record.
A stamped photo records the location and time your phone reported. It supports your records; acceptance in a contract dispute or audit is decided by the people reviewing it.