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3D Laser Scanning: The Safe Way to Visualize Your Projects

Our 3D laser scanning technology poses no harm to people or buildings

Existing Conditions has many construction-grade 3D laser scanners in our inventory of equipment. The scanners are "Class 1,” which means they are no more powerful than a supermarket checkout laser’s scanner. These lasers pose no harm to people or buildings. The scanner hardware itself is portable and quiet. It can be used around people so there will not be any need to limit your on-site operations.

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Existing Conditions has many construction-grade 3D laser scanners in our inventory of equipment.

Can Existing Conditions Scan Occupied Buildings?

Yes, it is both safe and entirely possible to scan occupied buildings. 3D laser scanning is a safe process used in the building industry for about 20 years. We also use small, professional, uniformed crews who are discrete and do not disturb tenants or clients.

Learn More About the Laser Scanning Process

Our operations teams would be happy to give a short introduction on the scanning process to your site representatives before beginning their work on your premises.

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Existing Conditions 3D Laser Scanning Services

Over the past 27 years, we have measured, documented, and modeled over 10,000 buildings spanning over 700 million square feet across the United States, establishing ourselves as an industry leader in 3D laser scanning. Architects, builders, engineers, developers, and facility managers, trust us to deliver digital representations of the as-built environment with unparalleled accuracy and efficiency. Our dedicated Project Managers provide fast and accurate 3D laser scanning services and drone imagery services, and expert CAD and BIM technicians create custom, detailed deliverables. Our greatest reward remains delivering superior-quality scan-to-BIM work and knowing we played a vital role in our clients’ unique and historic projects.  

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