“As-Is” vs. As-Built

Capturing accurate as-built documentation of existing buildings, structures, and sites in a timely and cost-effective manner has been a challenge for centuries. Construction drawings, when available, do not always reflect true “as-is” conditions and traditional as-built methods lack the accuracy and detail needed by today’s architects and planners. Utilizing the latest ultra-fast laser-scanning technologies, SmartGeoMetrics™ industry leaders have significant experience in using the latest laser scanning technology to collect very dense three-dimensional (3D) data in considerably less time resulting in significant cost savings. On every project we assist our clients in focusing on providing the “right information” for each project and scope through the utilization of this efficient methodology. Proven CAD extraction procedures are implemented in order to provide clear and accurate records of existing conditions with concise details determined by architectural plan standards.

SmartGeoMetrics™ provides integrated consulting services including ready-to-use, accurate “as-is” CAD architectural drawings (plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans, sections, profiles, etc.), ortho-rectified photographs (distortion-free, scaled images), 3D digital models, Building Information Models (BIM), Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS), Historic American Engineering Record (HAER) drawings, and laser-scanned “point clouds” of buildings, structures, urban areas, and archaeological sites.

Our technical skills and talented staff with more than 30 years of combined, diverse, laser-scanning expertise, translates into superior support services, quick turn-around, and competitive fees for federal and state agencies as well as large and small architectural and engineering firms.