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3-Part Specification Writing Services for Building Product Manufacturers
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A 3-part guide specification describes a building product in the format architects already write in. Part 1 covers general requirements, Part 2 covers the product, and Part 3 covers installation. Manufacturers provide our specs with architects as a short cut on how to accurately specify your product.
What Is a 3-Part Guide Specification?
Why Manufacturers Need One
Your brochure sells the product, but it can’t go into a project manual. An architect needs the product written up in contract language: what it is, how it performs, and how it gets installed. If you don’t supply that, they’ll write it from your literature or use the competitor who did.
Most manufacturer specifications we see fall into one of three traps. They’re too long, too technical, or written for the sales team instead of the specifier. Architects rarely fix a weak guide spec. They move on to the next product.
We’re specifiers ourselves. We’ve spent decades on both sides of the table as a rep, an estimator, and a spec writer, so we write the way a specifier wants to read. You can learn more about us or read our specification blog.
ZeroDocs is very knowledgeable and helped me learn a great deal about specifications and how to use them.Chris Lisac, Sales Support Supervisor
Great communicators and excellent follow to help you finish your project!Chris Martin, Technical Director
I wish more manufacturers would contract with ZeroDocs to produce their 3-Part specs!
They're concise, easy to review, and hit the content I look for as a Specifier.
Get yourself a spec!Bensky, AIA, CCS
What's Included
A 3-part guide specification written for your product and your market. Structure and language that architects and specifiers expect to see:
- Deliverable format: Microsoft Word Format
- Includes 2 revision rounds
- Includes free yearly updates and maintenance when published in our catalog.
To see the style before you call, browse our specification catalog.
The Process
> We talk
A short call about your product, your competitors, and where you’re losing specs.
> We Write
We usually draft the spec within 3 to 7 business days.
> You review; we finalize
We submit your spec for review to ensure technical product accuracy.
Pricing
Starting at $999 per specification section.
We also supply office master specifications to architects through SpecsMadeSimple. All specifications we develop for your company are compatible and interchangeable with hundreds of templates.
Specification Writing FAQ
How long does it take to write a manufacturer specification?
Most single-product specs take 7 to 10 business days from kickoff, depending on how quickly we get your product data and your review comments.
How much does specification writing cost?
Pricing depends on the number of sections and product complexity. We quote after a short call or by filling out the form below.
We already have product literature. Do we still need a specification?
Yes. Literature sells the product, but architects can’t paste it into a project manual. A specification puts the product in contract language, so it can be written into the project accurately.
What's the difference between a guide specification and a proprietary specification?
A guide specification is a template written so an architect can edit it into a project with 3 building product manufacturers listed in the specification. Visit SpecsMadeSimple for additional information.
A proprietary specification names your brand or product only in the specification.
What do you need from us to get started?
We need product data, website links, warranty terms, test reports, color charts, and any existing specs. If you’re missing information or testing, we’ll help you sort out what matters during the specification process.
Can you update the spec we already have?
No. Part of the specification process is rechecking product documentation and documenting what important about your product or assembly.
The goal is a shorter, clearer, easier-to-follow spec.
What format will I receive the spec in?
All documents are released in the industry-standard Microsoft Word (.docx) format for editing.
Do you help with Environmental Product Declarations?
Yes. We help manufacturers get the documentation that architects look for on sustainability-driven projects. Our sustainablity guidance has helped brands avoid costly sustainablity mistakes.
Discuss Your Project
Tell us about your product. We’ll tell you where your spec stands.
Prefer to talk? Book a call.
