3D Modeling & Reality Capture
3D Modeling and Reality Capture for Construction in Florida.
Aerial photogrammetry produces orthomosaics, point clouds, and textured 3D meshes with 1-3 cm accuracy. Files drop into AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Pix4D, and Virtual Surveyor. Ready for as-built verification, cut/fill analysis, and design review.
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Photogrammetry
Aerial photogrammetry captures hundreds of overlapping images and turns them into high-resolution 3D models. The foundation for orthomosaics, point clouds, and meshes.
Point Cloud
Dense point clouds for as-built verification, clash detection, and survey-grade measurement. Compatible with all major CAD and BIM tools.
What You Get
- ✓ High-resolution orthomosaic, site-wide, same scale, north-up
- ✓ Dense point cloud, geo-referenced
- ✓ Textured 3D mesh, shareable link
- ✓ Digital surface model (DSM) and digital terrain model (DTM)
- ✓ Contour lines at any interval
- ✓ Stockpile volume calculations, 1-2% accuracy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 3D modeling for construction?
Aerial photogrammetry that produces a 3D model of the project site from hundreds or thousands of overlapping aerial photos. The output is a textured 3D mesh, an orthomosaic, a point cloud, and supporting files.
What formats do you support?
Standard formats: OBJ, FBX, GLTF, LAS, PLY, GeoTIFF, and DXF. Files drop into AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, QGIS, Trimble Business Center, and most survey and BIM platforms.
How accurate is the model?
1-3 cm ground sampling distance (GSD) and absolute accuracy of 2-5 cm with ground control points (GCPs). Without GCPs, expect 3-5x GSD accuracy. We always recommend GCPs on construction sites for survey-grade deliverables.
Do you offer ground control points?
Yes. We lay out aerial targets and use survey-grade GNSS to capture their positions. This produces survey-grade accuracy. For sub-cm accuracy, we coordinate with your surveyor or use a local PLS.
What can the model be used for?
As-built verification, clash detection, quantity takeoffs, stockpile volumetrics, site planning, stakeholder communication, marketing, BIM integration, and dispute resolution.
What is the cost of 3D modeling?
Starting at $850 per model for sites up to 5 acres. Larger sites, multi-day flights, and GCP-heavy projects are quoted separately. The model is the primary deliverable; orthomosaics and stockpile volumetrics can be added.
How long does it take to deliver?
Standard delivery is 5-7 business days from the day of flight. Rush delivery (2-3 business days) is available. Multi-day flights extend the schedule.
What is the difference between photogrammetry and LiDAR?
Photogrammetry uses overlapping photos to build a 3D model from image data. LiDAR uses laser pulses. Photogrammetry is denser, more colorful, and lower-cost. LiDAR penetrates vegetation and is better for tree-covered sites. We do photogrammetry; for LiDAR we coordinate with a partner.
Can the model be integrated with BIM or CAD?
Yes. The point cloud and mesh can be referenced to your project coordinate system and imported into AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, and other BIM/CAD platforms. We provide a registration report with the model.
Are you FAA-certified and insured?
Yes. FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot, OSHA-10, $1M aviation liability, 500+ flight hours. We carry the same certifications and insurance that commercial clients expect.