top of page
Group 1597884172 (1).png

LiDAR Scanning & Elevation Services

Dimensioned Floor Plans and Elevations Extracted from Reality

HosScans delivers accurate, CAD-ready floor plans and elevation drawings derived directly from LiDAR point cloud data. There's no need to measure by hand or guess at dimensions—we'll give your team drawings that reflect what actually exists.

5M+ Sqft Scanned

CAD-Ready .DWG Format

5-10 Days Turnaround

Hero Image.png

What Are As Built Dimension Plans?

2D Drawings Derived from 3D Reality

Dimensioned plans (often shortened to DIM plans) are accurate 2D floor plans with extensive interior and exterior dimensions, produced by extracting measurements from high-resolution LiDAR point cloud data. They're a step up from traditional hand-measuring, capturing the conditions of existing structures down to millimeter precision.

You can use these drawings as the foundation for a broad range of projects, including renovation design, space planning, lease documentation, permitting, and construction coordination. When your project depends on accurate dimensions and guesswork won't cut it, DIM plans should offer exactly what you need.

Good to know: DIM plans focus on interior/exterior layouts.

Group 1597884173 (1).png

Measured From Reality

Every dimension we deliver comes from LiDAR-captured point cloud data, so you can develop design concepts without relying on assumptions or outdated records.

Group 1597884174 (1).png

CAD-Compatible

Our dimensioned plans are delivered in .DWG format, ready to import into AutoCAD, Revit, or whatever your preferred design software may be.

Group 1597884175 (1).png

Immediately Usable

You'll receive plans that are formatted, dimensioned, and organized for professional use. That means you don't have the hassle of processing raw data yourself.

Hero Image.png

What's Included in LiDAR Scanning & Elevations

We'll scope every project to your specific needs. Here are the drawing types we typically deliver:

  • Wall-to-wall dimensions​

  • Door and window locations with sizes

  • Column grid and structural elements

  • Room labels and area calculations

  • Furniture and fixture locations (when requested)​

Here's a breakdown of what you'll receive:

Complete floor plans showing walls, doors, windows, columns, and major architectural features with accurate dimensions. Our dimensioned floor plans include room labels and square footage calculations, as well as all the other key measurements that your team needs, clearly showing how spaces function and flow.

Dimensioned Floor Plans

Rectangle 634 (7).png
Hero Image (1).png

Who Needs LiDAR Scanning?

Our DIM plans are intended for use by architects, construction teams, real estate companies, structural engineers, and facility management services. Regardless of your role, if your work depends on knowing exact dimensions, you'll appreciate the clarity of having these construction drawings to refer back to at any time.

Let's take a closer look at who our dimensioned plans are for.

Group 1597884176 (1).png

Architects & Designers

Starting a renovation project without accurate existing conditions? Using DIM plans will give you a precise baseline for your design process, so you can avoid any unwanted field verification surprises. They also support interior design services.

  • Renovation and adaptive reuse projects

  • Space planning and programming

  • Code compliance verification

  • Historic building documentation

Group 1597884177 (2).png

Contractors & Construction Managers

Bidding on a project with questionable drawings? You can reduce your bid risk by using DIM plans that document actual conditions before pricing. They'll also simplify coordination during any construction work.

  • Pre-bid existing conditions verification

  • Subcontractor coordination

  • Prefabrication planning

  • As-built record documentation

Group 1597884178 (3).png

Commercial Real Estate Professionals

Marketing a property or negotiating a lease? You can use DIM plans to obtain accurate floor plans for listings and verify square footage for transactions. These plans also offer space planning support for tenants.

  • Marketing floor plans for listings

  • Lease exhibit documentation

  • Square footage verification

  • Tenant space planning support

Group 1597884179 (2).png

Facility Managers & Property Owners

Managing a building without current drawings? DIM plans create a documented baseline that you can use for everything from maintenance planning to space management and future renovations.

  • Facility documentation updates

  • Space utilization analysis

  • Maintenance and operations support

  • Capital planning documentation

Accuracy You Can Trust

When you choose HosScans for your as-built products (including dimension plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans), you know you're not just getting approximations. Our plans are extracted from survey-grade LiDAR point cloud data, so they're ideal when you need to bring your vision to life with a high level of accuracy. For instance, if you're:

Vector (8).png

A designer who needs exact dimensions for millwork and custom fabrication

Vector (8).png

Responsible for a property transaction, which depends on accurate square footage

Vector (8).png

Responsible for a property transaction, which depends on accurate square footage

Vector (8).png

Involved in permitting, which requires documented existing conditions

Vector (8).png

Leading a historic preservation project that demands precise architectural documentation

All our drawings go through a strict quality control process before we deliver them to you. Here, we'll verify dimensions and check for completeness, confirming that the drawings meet professional standards.

2fa 1.png

Verified against source data

alert (1) 1.png

Internal review before delivery

high-quality 1 (18).png

Corrections at no additional cost under 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Process Background (1).png
Hero Image (2).png
Why Choose Us Background.png

Why Choose HosScans For 3D Laser Scanning?

Many scanning companies deliver raw data, leaving your team to figure out how to use it. HosScans goes further, verifying conditions on-site and producing actionable as-built drawings and digital models.

The information we provide is immediately usable for everything from design and construction to property management and facility planning. Our scans are precise and reliable, tailored to how your team works.

Primary Format:

open-folder 1.png

DWG (AutoCAD) — Native CAD format, fully editable, layer-organized

pdf 1.png

PDF — Scaled, print-ready drawings for review and distribution

Additional Formats (upon request):

auto-cad 1.png

CAD — Fully editable CAD files with organized layers

dxf 1.png

DXF — Universal CAD exchange format

rvt 1.png

RVT— Revit format (for BIM integration projects)

All our drawings have logical layer organization that follows industry conventions. We separate walls, doors, windows, dimensions, annotations, and other elements, so you can easily edit and customize your plans.

How It Works

We've designed our process to deliver accurate drawings efficiently, without disrupting your operations. Here's how the process works, from initial consultation to delivery.

explore (1) 4.png

STEP 1

Quote & Scope

We'll start by establishing which drawings you need and the level of detail required, as well as your timeline. We'll use this information to create a clear quote that covers all deliverables.

detection (1) 1.png

STEP 2

Site Scanning

Our team will then capture your space using our LiDAR scanning technology. We can scan most buildings in a single site visit, and we'll always aim for minimal disruption.

user-verification-interface-symbol 2.png

STEP 3

Point Cloud Processing

Next, we'll register and process this raw scan data into a unified, accurate point cloud, which serves as the foundation for all drawing extraction.

scan 2.png

STEP 4

Drawing Production

Now the drawing production can begin. Our team will extract data including floor plans and elevations from the point cloud, then add annotations and layer organization.

settings (9) 1.png

STEP 5

Quality Control

When the work is finished on our end, we'll carefully review each drawing for accuracy and completeness, checking that formatting is professional, before delivery.

rating (14) 2.png

STEP 6

Delivery & Support

Finally, we'll send your drawings to you in your requested formats. We'll take this time to walk you through the deliverables and address any questions you might have.

We deliver most projects to our clients in 5-10 business days. We also offer expedited delivery within 24-72 hours for urgent projects.

Hero Image (1).png

LiDAR Scanning vs. Traditional Measuring

If you're wondering why you should choose LiDAR-based DIM plans over traditional hand-measuring or relying on existing drawings, it helps to understand what sets them apart. We've outlined the key differences between these options in the table below.

Group 1597884250 (3).png

Pricing That Fits Your Project

The cost of our DIM plans pricing depends on a few factors, including the size of the structure, the complexity of the job at hand, and the specific drawings that you need.

Rest assured that we'll always provide clear, upfront quotes prior to any agreements, with no hidden fees, so can accurately budget for your project from the start.

How Our Pricing is Determined

Here are some of the key factors that affect pricing:

Vector - 2026-01-22T200747.354.png

Total square footage

Vector - 2026-01-22T200747.354.png

Number of floors

Vector - 2026-01-22T200747.354.png

Drawing types needed (floor plans, elevations, sections)

Vector - 2026-01-22T200747.354.png

Level of detail required

Vector - 2026-01-22T200747.354.png

Turnaround timeline (standard vs. expedited)

Our Discounts

Here are some of the key factors that affect pricing:

Icon (25).png

Book online: 5% off

Container (22).png
Container (21).png

Volume pricing for multi-building projects

Icon (26).png

Ongoing relationship discounts

Get pricing specific to your project within 24 hours

Hero Image (1).png

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Teams Choose HosScans for LiDAR Scanning?

Our DIM plans are used across thousands of successful projects spanning renovation, leasing, design coordination, and construction workflows. Here are the key reasons why teams

Vector (8).png

Survey-grade precision on every drawing

Vector (8).png

CAD-ready, with .DWG format, layer-organized drawings that are immediately editable

Vector (8).png

Proven experience across building types, with 5M+ sqft documented

Vector (8).png

Revisions at no additional cost under our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Vector (8).png

AIA Dallas Allied Member, recognized by the architecture community

Vector (8).png

5-10 Day turnaround, allowing for fast delivery without sacrificing quality

Process Background (1).png
Group 1597884182 (2).png

As-Built Documentation

Group 1597884181 (2).png

Digital Deliverables

Group 1597884180 (1).png

Modeling & Rendering

Group 1597884183 (2).png

​Ready To Get Accurate Floor Plans And Elevations?

Stop guessing at dimensions! We make it easy to get DIM plans derived from LiDAR reality capture. Book online and save 5%.

bottom of page