3D Laser Scanning & As-Built Services in Fort Lauderdale
Fast, reliable reality capture and as-built documentation for commercial properties, marine vessels, and industrial facilities across Broward County. We deliver the precise spatial data you need to eliminate rework and build with confidence.
As-Built Documentation: Accurate 2D CAD drawings and 3D models for renovations, 25-year Broward County safety inspections, and 30-year condo recertifications.
Scan-to-BIM Integration: Intelligent Revit models for VDC coordination and clash detection in complex projects.
Marine & Industrial Verification: Precise measurements for yacht refits, port infrastructure, and equipment layout.
Stop Guessing. Build with Accurate As-Built Documentation
Building and renovating in Broward County is complicated enough without relying on outdated, inaccurate 2D blueprints. Whether you are updating a commercial property along the Cypress Creek corridor, coordinating MEP systems in a Port Everglades warehouse, or preparing for a 25-year Broward County Building Safety Inspection along A1A, working with bad spatial data leads to massive delays and expensive rework.
iScano provides Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) teams, architects, and General Contractors across Fort Lauderdale and Broward County with the exact spatial truth of their sites. We use advanced 3D laser scanners to map your building and turn that data into highly accurate as-built CAD drawings and Scan-to-BIM models.
SQ FT Captured
Years of field experience with LiDAR
Hours Post-Processing
3D Laser Scanning Deliverables & As-Built Services
We deliver the actionable information you need, in the format you want. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we provide a range of deliverables tailored to your specific project requirements.
2D As-Built Floor Plans & CAD Drafting
We take the 3D scan data and create perfectly accurate 2D CAD drawings of your floor plans, elevations, and sections. This is best for architects, designers, and GCs who need reliable as-built documentation to replace outdated blueprints for renovations and space planning.
3D Scan-to-CAD Models
For when you need more than 2D, we create lightweight 3D CAD models that let you visualize the entire structure and its components. This is ideal for engineers and fabricators who need to check clearances, plan equipment layouts, and visualize connections without the full complexity of BIM.
Raw Point Cloud Data
You get the complete, high-density digital snapshot of your site as a raw point cloud data file (.rcp or .e57). This is perfect for expert teams with in-house VDC departments who want to drive their own modeling and analysis from our verified scan data.
3D Scan-to-BIM Services
We translate your site’s data into an intelligent, data-rich 3D Revit model, allowing for advanced clash detection and asset management. This is built for VDC teams and project managers coordinating complex retrofits, managing large facilities, and requiring a central source of truth.
Our Work Speaks for Itself: Proven Projects Across South Florida
We’re not just another scanning company; we are a dedicated partner with a proven track record of success on complex projects across the region.
Marine & Yacht Industry
Fort Lauderdale is the yachting capital of the world, and marine refits require absolute precision. We have performed full 3D scans of mega-yachts at local marinas, capturing complex engine rooms and hull geometry to ensure that new fabrications fit perfectly the first time, eliminating costly dry-dock delays.
Commercial Real Estate & Retrofits
We’ve delivered as-built documentation for demanding commercial environments across South Florida. From documenting older office parks for adaptive reuse to providing Scan-to-BIM services for high-end retail showrooms, our 3D models provide the meticulous MEP documentation required for modern renovations.
Critical Infrastructure & Industrial Facilities
Our team has the expertise to handle large-scale industrial sites. We’ve performed comprehensive scanning for water treatment plants to verify pipe routing and equipment layouts, and we’ve documented mission-critical facilities to ensure accurate MEP and cable tray as-builts. These projects demand precision to prevent costly downtime.
Why Choose iScano for your Fort Lauderdale Project
Proven Local Experience
We aren’t a generic national call center. We have a deep, proven understanding of the specific demands of the South Florida market, from coastal high-rises to complex marine environments. We also serve the greater Miami area.
Transparent Pricing & Clear Deliverables
Many scanning companies hide their pricing behind aggressive sales calls. We provide detailed scope reviews, clear deliverables (from simple CADs to complex BIM models), and transparent pricing based on the exact size and complexity of your project.
Ready for Any Software
You shouldn’t have to change your workflow to use our data. We deliver as-built documentation and 3D models in the exact formats your architects and engineers already use, including AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and vendor-neutral point cloud files.
COMPATIBLE WITH
iScano information Blog
Visit the iScano blog for technical insights on reality capture, Scan-to-BIM workflows, and as-built documentation. Our articles are written by field engineers and VDC specialists with over a decade of hands-on experience across the AEC and industrial sectors.
As-Built Verification with 3D Laser Scanning: How It Works and What You Get
Quick Summary: As-Built Verification The Problem: As-Designed Is Never As-Built You have a set of design drawings. The contractor says the work is done. But is it actually built to spec? In a perfect world, what gets designed is what gets built. In reality, things shift. Concrete forms move during
3D Scanning for Miami Building Renovations: Adaptive Reuse & Retrofits
Quick Summary: 3D Scanning for Miami Renovations Why Retrofitting Miami’s Older Buildings is a Gamble You’re renovating an older building in Miami. The blueprints are wrong. Here’s how to fix that. Whether it’s a 1950s warehouse in Wynwood, a historic Art Deco hotel in South Beach, or a mid-century office
3D Scanning for Toronto Condos: Garages, Facades & Reserve Fund Studies
TL;DR: The Executive Summary The Problem with Guessing Condo Dimensions If you sit on a condominium board in the Greater Toronto Area, or if you are an engineer tasked with assessing one, you know that the Ontario Condominium Act requires a comprehensive Reserve Fund Study at least every three years.
3D Scanning for Miami Construction Projects: What GCs Actually Get
Quick Summary: 3D Scanning for Miami Construction Projects Why Miami Construction Projects Fail on Paper If you are managing a construction project in Miami right now, you are dealing with a unique set of pressures. Whether you are building a 60-story luxury condo in Brickell, retrofitting a commercial space in
Your Miami Building Needs Recertification – Here’s How 3D Scanning Helps
Quick Summary: How 3D Scanning Supports Miami Building Recertification The Milestone Notice Is Here, But Where Are Your Drawings? If you manage a property or sit on a condo board in Miami-Dade County, you already know the anxiety that comes with a milestone inspection notice. Since the Surfside tragedy, the
As-Built MEP Scanning in Toronto: What Plant Managers Actually Get
TL;DR: The Quick Takeaway If you manage an industrial plant or commercial facility in the Greater Toronto Area, your existing MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) drawings may not reflect current site conditions. 3D laser scanning captures the exact as-built conditions of your facility down to the millimeter. This means when
Why Toronto Architects Are Scanning Buildings Before Design (And Why You Should Too)
TL;DR: The Executive Summary for Architects The Death of the Tape Measure Survey If you are an architect working in the Greater Toronto Area, you know the feeling. You are standing in a 60-year-old commercial building on King Street, looking at a set of faded, coffee-stained PDF floor plans from
3D Scanning for Toronto Building Renovations: What Property Owners Need to Know
TL;DR: The Executive Summary 3D laser scanning captures the exact existing conditions of your Toronto building in 1-3 days, giving your architect accurate as-built drawings and 3D Revit models. This prevents costly construction surprises, satisfies Heritage Conservation District documentation requirements, and supports Toronto Green Standard V4 compliance. Typical cost is
Drone Facade Inspections & Building Envelope 3D Scanning
TL;DR: The Executive Summary The End of the “Scaffolding Tax” For decades, the commercial real estate industry has blindly accepted a “scaffolding tax”—paying upwards of $50,000 just to safely rig a building before a single engineer can inspect a brick. This high-cost, high-liability model of maintenance is completely incompatible with
The Project Manager’s Guide to Digital Truth
TL;DR: The Project Manager’s Guide to Digital Truth The “Redline” Myth: Why Your Building Isn’t Where the PDF Says It Is In the construction industry, the term “as-built” is often treated as a checkbox. At the end of a project, a contractor hands over a set of PDFs with red
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 3D scanning and as-built services?
3D laser scanning is the method we use to capture the measurements of your building or vessel. As-built services refer to the final product we deliver to you—such as an updated CAD floor plan or a 3D Revit model that shows the structure exactly as it exists today.
How much do as-built CADs and 3D scanning cost in Fort Lauderdale?
Cost is driven by the size of the property and the level of detail you need in the final drawings. A standard commercial space needing basic 2D CAD floor plans will cost significantly less per square foot than a highly congested mechanical room requiring a detailed 3D Revit model. Contact us for a fast, straightforward quote.
Do you scan yachts and marine vessels in Broward County?
Yes. We frequently work with marine engineers and naval architects to scan engine rooms, hulls, and interior cabins for mega-yacht refits and commercial vessel upgrades.
How long does it take to get my as-built documentation?
Scanning a standard commercial building in Fort Lauderdale usually only takes 1 to 2 days on-site. The drafting phase for your CAD drawings or BIM models typically takes 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the complexity of the project.
Can 3D scanning help with Broward County Building Safety Inspections and SB-4D Milestone Inspections?
Yes. Broward County requires safety inspections for buildings over 3,500 sq ft at 25 years of age, while the state requires milestone inspections for condos at 30 years (or 25 years if coastal). When engineers perform these structural assessments, they need accurate layouts. If the original blueprints are missing or inaccurate, a 3D scan provides a highly accurate geometric baseline for their report.