Residential As-Built Deliverables Cheat Sheet

When we complete a residential as-built survey, we offer a variety of deliverables tailored to your needs. Here’s a quick guide to each format and how it benefits your project:

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PDF Floor Plan

What it is:
A clean, easy-to-read floor plan in PDF format.

Why it matters:
Perfect for quick reference, planning, permits, or design discussions.

Includes:

• Room dimensions
• Wall and door locations
• Fixtures and key features

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DWG File (AutoCAD)

What it is:
A native CAD file used by architects, designers, and engineers.

Why it matters:
Editable and scalable for drafting, remodeling, or construction documentation.

Includes:

• Accurate wall layouts
• Layer-separated elements
• Annotations

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RVT File (Revit BIM)

What it is:
A 3D model created in Revit for Building Information Modeling (BIM).

Why it matters:
Ideal for firms using BIM workflows—enables design coordination and clash detection.

Includes:

• Modeled geometry of walls, floors, windows, and more
• Ready for further development

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E57 or LAS Point Cloud

What it is:
A raw 3D point cloud from LiDAR scans.

Why it matters:
Provides precise spatial reference for modeling or future use.

Includes:

• Millions of accurate spatial points
• Optional color data

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Matterport 3D Virtual Tour (or similar)

What it is:
A navigable, photo-realistic walkthrough of the property.

Why it matters:
Lets stakeholders visually explore the home remotely.

Includes:

• Link to an interactive 3D environment for team or client viewing

Recommended Package for Residential As-Builts

• PDF Floor Plan
• DWG File
• Optional: Point Cloud (E57) or RVT (Revit) if 3D modeling is needed
• Optional: Matterport Tour for visual reference

This combination provides both technical accuracy and user-friendly documentation.

Need Help Choosing the Right Package?

We’re happy to guide you based on your project goals—whether it’s a remodel, addition, insurance documentation, or property sale.

Call us at 833-610-8877 or visit www.datacaptureservice.com

Let us help you get the most out of your as-built survey!