3D Laser Scanning Services

Accurate 3D Laser Scanning for Renovation, Design, and Construction

Traditional measurements are slow, inconsistent, and risky. Our survey-grade 3D laser scanning captures your entire building with millimeter-level accuracy, giving architects, engineers, and owners a trustworthy digital record to design from.

From point clouds to BIM and digital twins, Plansrow delivers the precise data your project needs fast, clean, and ready to use.


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When do you actually need 3D laser scanning?

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No Reliable Existing Drawings

You have no existing drawings or only paper plans that do not match the field conditions.

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Renovation Without Surprises

You are planning a renovation, expansion, or adaptive reuse project and cannot afford surprises during construction.

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Conflicting Measurements Across Trades

Different trades are using different measurements and nothing lines up.

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Hard-to-Access, Complex, or Tight Spaces

The site is complex, tight, or difficult to access, so repeated tape measurements are slow and risky.

Need a Trustworthy Base Model

You need an accurate base for a Revit or Archicad model, but do not want to manually measure every room.

Permanent Digital Record for the Future

You want a permanent digital record of your building for future work and facility management.

How 3D Laser Scanning Works with Plansrow

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High-Resolution Data Capture

Using survey-grade 3D laser scanners, we capture millions of precise measurements from every angle. Each scan location is carefully placed to document all rooms, corridors, structures, and hard to reach areas.

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Model & Deliverable Handoff

We deliver your point cloud, drawings, and models in formats that plug directly into Revit, AutoCAD, Archicad, or your preferred workflow. You receive accurate, ready to use documentation that your entire team can rely on.

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Site Review and Scan Setup

We walk the site, confirm access, and plan the scan path to ensure full coverage. This prevents blind spots and guarantees accurate existing conditions from the start.

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Data Registration and Processing

All scan data is aligned, cleaned, and registered into a single unified point cloud. From this, our modeling team builds accurate CAD drawings or BIM models depending on your project needs. data mapping

Our Process

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Step 1

Initial Consultation

We begin by understanding your project needs and the scope of the survey.

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On-Site Scanning

Our expert team uses industry-leading equipment to conduct comprehensive scanning, ensuring every detail is captured.

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Data Processing

We transform raw data into usable formats like BIM, CAD, or other digital twins, tailored to your project requirements.

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Delivery and Support

You receive detailed models and visualizations, with ongoing support to integrate them seamlessly into your project workflows.

Who our 3D laser scanning service is for

Instant Project Kickoff

Architects

Start renovation and addition work on a solid base
Reduce RFIs and change orders caused by missing or wrong dimensions Spend your time on design instead of supervising field measurement crews

Seamless Coordination

Structural, Civil, and MEP engineers

Confirm existing structure, equipment, and utility locations before design
Capture crowded mechanical rooms and plants where manual measurement would be slow and risky

Trusted Quality

Owners and facility managers

Create a digital record of your facility for future projects and maintenance
Reduce the time your staff spends walking the site to answer design questions
Use virtual tours and digital twins to orient vendors and contractors

Guaranteed Accuracy

Contractors

Validate existing conditions before demolition or fit out
Capture conditions before concrete pour or cover up for future verification
Share accurate information across your subs so everyone builds from the same reality

Why choose Plansrow for 3D laser scanning

Most 3D scanning companies talk about technology. We focus on outcomes for your specific type of project.

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  • Experience with large, complex sites such as malls, schools, pump stations, and industrial facilities

  • Deep understanding of what architects and engineers actually need inside CAD and BIM models

  • Familiarity with California building types, local design practice, and how agencies review plans.

FAQs

Find answers to commonly asked questions about our 3D laser scanning services.

How accurate is 3D laser scanning

Survey grade 3D scanners can capture millions of measured points with millimeter level accuracy under normal conditions, which is more consistent than manual tape and laser measurements across a large building.

How much does 3D scanning cost

Costs vary based on building size, complexity, access, and the type of deliverables you need. Industry examples show that simple, empty warehouse spaces can sometimes be scanned for just a few cents per square foot when only a basic point cloud is required.
Occupied, complex, or heavily detailed projects cost more because they require more scan setups and more modeling time.
The fastest way to get a realistic budget is to contact us with your building size, location, and sample photos.

Will scanning disrupt my operations

Most projects are scanned while the building remains in use. We coordinate with your team to work during low traffic hours, mark trip hazards, and keep equipment out of critical paths. Many scans are completed in a day or two for typical commercial buildings.

What software do I need to use the data

We deliver files that work with common tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Archicad, Navisworks, and many popular point cloud viewers. If you prefer not to manage large files, we can provide hosted viewing options so your team can access the data in a web browser.

Can you also create BIM models and as built drawings from the scans

Yes. Many clients hire us for both scanning and modeling so they get a clean, coordinated set of drawings and models from a single partner. We can also plug into existing design teams and deliver only the part you need, such as the point cloud or basic background model.

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Ready to talk about your project

If you have a building that needs accurate existing conditions, we can help you scope a scanning plan in a short call.

Upload a plan set or a few photos and tell us what you need.
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We review your project and send a clear quote
- You approve the scope and schedule the scan
- You receive accurate digital documentation that your team can rely on

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