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MEP As-Built Documentation

Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems are the lifelines of any building. Their successful integration relies on one critical factor—precision. At Existing Conditions, we help clients achieve seamless MEP installations by starting with the most accurate foundation, using field-verified 3D laser scan data from comprehensive existing conditions documentation.

Before installation begins, Existing Conditions uses 3D laser scanning to capture every detail of your site, inside and out. Our high-resolution LiDAR scans collect millions of data points, which are processed into point clouds and precise building dimensions. This data forms the foundation for CAD drawings and BIM models, to help you design and install every MEP system component with confidence.

Existing Conditions 3D laser scanning services and reality capture services helps clients to:

  • Capture accurate as-builts of MEP/FP and HVAC systems
  • Optimize spatial planning, layout, and engineering
  • Ensure modifications can be tied into existing systems
  • Perform clash detection to minimize rework
  • Prefabricate new components and install with confidence
  • Verify installation meets design specifications
  • Document construction progress over time
MEP As-Built Documentation
Existing Conditions MEP Documentation Services explained

Discover MEP/FP solutions through laser scanning and BIM

We use 3D laser scanning to capture the exact layout and location of existing MEP/FP systems, helping improve design, prefabrication, and installation. Our team converts scan data into 2D CAD drawings and 3D BIM models to ensure updates fit perfectly within the space, minimizing errors and rework. Through SiteMap®, clients get 24/7 access to their project files, all in one secure, cloud-based platform.
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Project Managers reviewing existing conditions on an iPad at the job site.

3D laser scanning captures accurate building details quickly, helping contractors avoid mistakes, spot design conflicts early, and install systems more efficiently. The result: faster projects, fewer surprises, and better coordination from start to finish.
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What are the benefits of laser scanning for MEP documentation?

3D laser scanning captures accurate building details quickly, helping contractors avoid mistakes, spot design conflicts early, and install systems more efficiently. The result: faster projects, fewer surprises, and better coordination from start to finish.

Access Layout & Dimensions

Capture exact layout and dimensions of MEP systems with millimeter-level precision. Access digital records of as-built conditions, along with custom point clouds, 2D CAD drawings, and 3D BIM models to streamline planning for renovations, modifications, and maintenance.

Save Time

Rapidly collect precise mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and HVAC system as-built data in a short amount of time, eliminating the need for manual measurements and site revisits.

System Integration & Sequencing

Ensure that system upgrades are seamlessly integrated into the building’s design, properly sequenced during construction, and meet all necessary regulations and codes.

Clash Detection & Coordination

Identify potential conflicts between MEP components and other building elements early in the design process, improving coordination, and preventing costly modifications.

Reduce Rework

Minimize change orders, plus save money on materials and labor with accurate MEP documentation. With a precise 3D BIM model, teams can locate hidden infrastructure, reduce errors during installation, and avoid project delays.

Plan For Future Maintenance

After completing an MEP project, 3D laser scanning creates a precise record of all building systems for future maintenance and renovations.
Existing Conditions MEP Documentation

What are the benefits of laser scanning for MEP documentation?

3D laser scanning captures accurate building details quickly, helping contractors avoid mistakes, spot design conflicts early, and install systems more efficiently. The result: faster projects, fewer surprises, and better coordination from start to finish.
  • Access Layout & Dimensions

  • Save Time

  • System Integration & Sequencing

  • Clash Detection & Coordination

  • Reduce Rework

Start Accurate. Stay Accurate.

Trusted Partner

We see our work as a partnership, aiming for long-term relationships where your success drives ours.

Expert Team

Our skilled Project Managers use LiDAR laser scanners to capture precise layouts, dimensions, and details of all building features.

Comprehensive Data Capture

Laser scanners gather millions of data points, creating a point cloud that captures every detail, even in hard-to-reach areas.

As-Built Drawings
& 3D BIM Models

We convert point clouds into 2D CAD drawings, 3D BIM models, TruViews, virtual tours, and more—perfectly tailored to your project.

Industries We Serve

3D laser scanning and drone surveys support many industries with precise as-built documentation to optimize planning and mitigate costly errors.
What to Expect

Our 3D Laser Scanning Process

01

Plan

At Existing Conditions, our team evaluates your project scope, site conditions, and technical specifications to deliver precise 3D laser scanning. Through careful pre-scan planning and selection of capture technologies, software, and Level of Development (LOD), we ensure data meets your project standards.
02

Reality Capture

The Project Manager selects the appropriate laser scanning technology – terrestrial or Matterport – based on the project’s scale, detail, and accuracy requirements. The scanner captures millions of X, Y, and Z coordinates, delivering dimensional accuracy and a comprehensive spatial dataset aligned with the project’s scope and objectives.
03

Registration & Processing

The Existing Conditions Mapping & Modeling team processes point cloud data by removing noise, redundant points, and extraneous objects, aligning the scans to real-world coordinate systems. This optimized dataset forms the basis for accurate 3D Revit models, 3D meshes, and 2D CAD drawings tailored to the project’s specifications.
04

Quality Assurance

Our Mapping & Modeling team implements a rigorous quality assurance process for all point cloud datasets and deliverables, delivering high accuracy, consistency, and reliability across every project.
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Delivery

Existing Conditions provides data, as-built documentation, and 3D Revit models in customized file formats, including GIS and SiteMap integration. Our technical team ensures smooth onboarding and ongoing support, making it easy to navigate point cloud data, even for those new to 3D laser scanning.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How Accurate is the Point Cloud and BIM Model?

‍Point clouds are a digital representation of spatial information, stored as a collection of points with three spatial coordinates. They are millimeter-accurate and are scanned in the level of detail required for your project. BIM model features are created to your project-specific scope, LOD specifications can vary throughout the model. By specifying scope and project details, BIM models can be customized to your project.

Why is a Point Cloud Important?

Point clouds provide powerful and dynamic information for a project. By representing spatial data as a collection of coordinates, point clouds deliver large datasets that can be mined for information. The visualization and analysis from this data is invaluable for decision making. Our Product team transforms point clouds into customized drawings and models used for visualization, analysis, design, construction, renovation, prefabrication, and facility modifications.

What are As-Built Drawings?

As-built drawings are the set of accurate record drawings for a project. They reflect all changes made during the construction process and show the exact dimensions, geometry, and location of all building elements and infrastructure. As-built drawings can also be referred to as 2D CAD drawings and deliver site plans, floor plans, interior elevations, exterior elevations, sections, details, isometric drawings, mechanical and electrical MEP drawings, reflected ceiling plans RCPs, and more.

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