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Residential Construction 3D Laser Scanning & Drone Services

Existing Conditions 3D laser scanning services and drone imagery services deliver accurate, high-quality residential as-built drawings, models, and virtual tours to help make decisions about every aspect of your home renovation project. LiDAR technology removes human error from the documentation process, and CAD/BIM software transforms point clouds into 2D CAD drawings, floorplans, elevations, sections, reflected ceiling plans, 3D BIM models, drone video and images, delivering precise as-built details to plan renovations, maintenance, and repairs.

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Incorporating 3D laser scanning into your residential construction project is a strategic investment that can lead to substantial cost savings over time.

Quickly capture the exterior features such as façade and roofline, and interior layout and dimensions of your home, including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing features, like walls, windows, doors, HVAC systems, electrical wiring, and piping. We understand that your time is valuable, which is why we work efficiently to deliver the as-built data you need in a timely manner.

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Accurate and Efficient Data Capture

When as-built drawings do not match the current conditions, making changes to the property could result in costly mistakes during construction. We have extensive experience working with homeowners, who trust us to deliver residential as-built documentation with unparalleled accuracy and efficiency.

Rapid Documentation

Our 3D laser scanning services, 2D CAD drawings, 3D BIM models, and drone video & imagery provide comprehensive as-built measurements of existing site conditions to better estimate renovation costs and avoid unnecessary demolition or rework due to inaccurate assumptions about the house layout.

Optimize Workflows

Accurate as-builts help to coordinate with architects and contractors for smoother project execution. By trusting the experts at Existing Conditions, you will receive exact locations of structural elements, MEP, and utility lines to prevent errors and accidents during renovations, ensuring that accuracy and safety is maintained throughout any construction work.

Improve Collaboration

Utilize accurate digital data and models to improve communication and coordination with your team, identify hazards to keep all workers safe, reduce errors and reworks, and deliver your project on time and on budget.

Related Case Studies

Monomoy Road Residence

Emeritus selected Existing Conditions to capture the essence of this historic residence in Nantucket. Utilizing the Leica RTC360 laser scanner for precise interior and exterior documentation, our team captured the building’s unique non-square, non-plumb, and non-level elements. The high-quality documentation delivered to our client proved invaluable, enabling them to discern the original structure amidst multiple expansions over the years. By accurately capturing the original footprint and layout, the design team can make well-informed decisions to ensure that the renovation respects the property’s historical evolution while enhancing its beauty.

The Payne Estate

As the property of the late Colonel Oliver Hazard Payne, this estate boasts a rich and interesting history. Instead of relying on outdated paper drawings, our client chose Existing Conditions to 3D laser scan six buildings located on the 150-acre historic property. By utilizing the accurate documentation we provided, including a 3D Revit model, 2D as-built drawings, and drone imagery, our client successfully initiated their work with a precise and reliable starting point.

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Client Review

“They helped me with a project on Cape Cod and were efficient and timely on the turn around of drawings.”

Nan Porter

Homeowner & Artist

We Are A Team of Seasoned Professionals

Since 1997, Existing Conditions has measured and documented an estimated 500 million square feet of space for architects, engineers, building owners, and real estate professionals. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our team's unwavering commitment to excellence is the driving force behind our continued success in helping our clients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Does Laser Scanning Work?

One primary method is that a laser scanner sends light pulses at high speeds which reflect off objects and return to the scanners’ sensor. For each pulse, the distance between the scanner and object is measured by determining the elapsed time between the sent and received pulses. Each point of the scan will be converted to a pixel with a known x-, y-, and z- coordinate. Laser scans or LiDAR scans are taken in multiple positions around a site from varying viewpoints. Millions of data points are captured and processed into a point cloud, creating an accurate data set of the structure or site.

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How Does Scan to BIM Aid Renovations?

Scan to BIM plays a critical role in renovations by providing accurate as-built data, point clouds, drawings and models that reflect the current state of a building. This ensures that renovation plans are based on precise data, minimizing the risk of costly errors and ensuring seamless integration with existing structures.

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What are As-Built Drawings?

As-built drawings are the set of accurate record drawings for a project. They reflect all changes made during the construction process and show the exact dimensions, geometry, and location of all building elements and infrastructure. As-built drawings can also be referred to as 2D CAD drawings and deliver site plans, floor plans, interior elevations, exterior elevations, sections, details, isometric drawings, mechanical and electrical MEP drawings, reflected ceiling plans RCPs, and more.

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3D Laser Scanning Services
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617-247-9161

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We deliver point cloud data, 2D CAD drawings, and Revit models to collaborate more effectively with your team and ensure accuracy and clarity in the project details.

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