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We usually answer within one business day. To report a problem with a drawing, please attach the project (File, Download project (.json) in the app) or the sheet number and what you expected, so we can reproduce it.
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Common questions
Who is ILX Drawings for?
Engineers, architects and residential designers who prepare permit drawings for one- and two-family houses and townhouses under the IRC, and want the plans, structure and trades drawn and checked from one model.
Does ILX Drawings seal or approve the drawings?
No. It is a design aid. The engineer or architect of record reviews the model, the checks and the calculations, completes what is project-specific, and seals the set. Checks are hints with the code section, and reference values are flagged for your confirmation.
Can I start from an existing plan?
Yes. Import a PDF or a scan and ILX Drawings recognizes the walls, doors, windows, rooms and stairs for you to review, or trace over it as a scaled underlay.
Can I draw the house myself?
Yes. Start blank and draw walls at any angle with object snaps, polar tracking, typed lengths and edit commands, then let self-design add the framing and trades.
Do I need to install anything?
No. It runs in your browser. Your projects are saved on the server and open on any computer you sign in from.
What does the free trial include?
Everything, for 30 days from when you confirm your email. No card needed.
Can I use my ILX Calcs or ILX Connection account?
Yes. It is the same ILX Studio account; sign in with the same email and password.