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Technology

Every as-built drawing we deliver in Los Angeles is built on a foundation of professional-grade technology — from the moment our team arrives on site with laser measurement equipment to the moment your permit-ready CAD files land in your inbox. We invest in the right tools so that every dimension we capture is accurate, every file we deliver is clean, and every drawing set meets the standards required by Permit and local building departments across LA County.

3D Scanners
CAD Works
Laser 5
as built drawing software

3D Scanners

Complete ADU from existing conditions to approved permit
For large, complex, or architecturally intricate buildings, we deploy professional 3D laser scanning equipment that captures the full geometry of a space in a fraction of the time required by traditional measurement methods. The scanner rotates 360 degrees and records millions of data points per second, generating a dense point cloud that maps every surface, wall, ceiling, and structural element with sub-millimeter precision. The resulting point cloud becomes the geometric foundation for your AutoCAD drawings or Revit BIM model — eliminating the measurement errors and field interpretation gaps that are common with tape-based documentation. For warehouse facilities, multi-story commercial buildings, historic structures, and properties with complex geometry, 3D scanning is the most accurate and efficient documentation method available.
3D Scanners
CAD Works

CAD Works

From concept to permit-ready drawings for every type
Every as-built drawing set we produce is drafted entirely in-house by our CAD and BIM team using professional software — no outsourcing, no offshore drafting. We work primarily in AutoCAD 2024 and Revit Architecture, with BricsCAD and SketchUp available for specific project types and client preferences. Our CAD drawings follow industry-standard layer conventions, title block formats, and sheet organization — producing files that integrate directly into your design workflow without requiring cleanup or reformatting. Revit as-built models are built to the Level of Development your project requires, from schematic LOD 200 base models to detailed LOD 350 coordination models for complex renovation and MEP integration projects.

Laser

Fast documentation and permit drawings for damaged properties
For the majority of residential and mid-size commercial projects throughout Los Angeles County, professional laser distance meters are our primary field measurement tool. These devices capture room dimensions, wall lengths, ceiling heights, and opening locations in seconds — with accuracy to within 1/16 of an inch across distances up to 200 feet.
Laser 5
as built drawing software

autocad 2024 software​

From concept to permit-ready drawings for every type
Accurate field measurements are only as useful as the software used to translate them into professional documentation. Our team works across a comprehensive suite of design, drafting, and documentation tools — selecting the right application for each project type and delivering output in the format your workflow requires.
CAD & BIM:
AutoCAD 2024 and Revit Architecture are our primary drafting platforms for as-built floor plans, elevations, sections, and BIM models. BricsCAD serves as a cost-effective AutoCAD-compatible alternative when clients require it. Every CAD file is delivered with clean layer structure, standard architectural conventions, and LADBS-compliant sheet formatting.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — As Built Drawing Technology

Everything you need to know about getting accurate as-built drawings for your project. Still have questions?

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What technology do you use to measure buildings for as-built drawings in Los Angeles?

We use two primary measurement technologies depending on the size and complexity of the project. For most residential and mid-size commercial buildings throughout Los Angeles County, we use professional laser distance meters that capture dimensions to within 1/16 of an inch. For larger or more complex buildings — warehouses, multi-story commercial structures, historic properties — we deploy 3D laser scanning equipment that captures millions of data points per second, producing a complete point cloud of the existing building geometry.

Traditional laser measurement uses a handheld laser distance meter to capture individual dimensions room by room — it is fast, accurate, and the right tool for most residential and standard commercial projects. 3D laser scanning uses a rotating scanner that captures the complete geometry of a space in a single setup, producing a dense point cloud with sub-millimeter accuracy across the entire building simultaneously. Scanning is faster and more accurate for large or complex buildings but is generally not necessary for standard residential as-built projects. We assess each project and recommend the right approach before the site visit.

We produce as-built drawings primarily in AutoCAD 2024 and Revit Architecture — the two industry-standard platforms for construction documentation in Los Angeles. We also work in BricsCAD for clients who require it. Every file is delivered with clean layer structure and standard architectural conventions, ready to use in your design workflow without additional cleanup or reformatting.

Yes. We deliver full Revit BIM models built directly from field measurements — not converted from AutoCAD. Our Revit as-built models are available from LOD 200 schematic base models to LOD 350 detailed coordination models depending on your project requirements. Revit delivery is available for residential, commercial, and industrial projects throughout Los Angeles County and Orange County.

We deliver in AutoCAD .dwg, Revit .rvt, PDF, and DXF. IFC format is available on request for projects requiring open BIM coordination. We deliver in the format your team needs — there is no upcharge for format and no extra steps to convert files. If you need multiple formats, we provide all of them in the same delivery.

For most single-family homes and standard residential projects throughout LA County, traditional laser measurement is faster and more cost-effective than 3D scanning and equally accurate for the level of detail required by LADBS permit applications. We deploy 3D scanning for residential projects that have complex geometry, very tight timelines, or require a Revit model with high geometric accuracy. Contact us with your project details and we will recommend the right approach.