LiDAR Precise Plans delivers professional 3D laser scanning and as-built documentation services throughout the Bay Area, including Oakland, San Jose, East Bay, South Bay, and Peninsula regions. With over 4,200 completed projects and 27 years of commercial architecture experience, we provide the precision measurement and documentation services that regional architects, contractors, developers, and property managers depend on.
The Bay Area’s diverse building landscape—from tech campuses in Silicon Valley to historic Victorian buildings in Oakland to industrial facilities in Fremont—demands exceptional accuracy in building documentation. Our advanced LiDAR technology captures existing conditions with millimeter-level precision, preventing costly construction errors and keeping your renovation, retrofit, or new construction project on schedule and within budget.
Whether you’re modernizing a commercial office in San Jose, restoring a historic building in Berkeley, documenting a warehouse in Hayward, or planning tenant improvements in Palo Alto, our team delivers the detailed, accurate as-built drawings and 3D models that move projects forward with confidence.
Primary Service areas:
- Oakland
- San Jose
- Fremont
- Berkeley
- Hayward
- Palo Alto
- Mountain View
- Sunnyvale
- Santa Clara
- Redwood City
- Union City
- Pleasanton
- Milpitas
- Cupertino
- San Leandro (Alameda, Santa Clara, and San Mateo Counties)
Comprehensive Bay Area LiDAR Scanning Services
Commercial As-Built Documentation
Transform your Bay Area office building, retail center, or mixed-use property into accurate 2D CAD drawings and 3D BIM models. Our as-built services support tenant improvements, space planning, and facility management across Oakland, San Jose, and Silicon Valley commercial real estate markets.
Typical uses: Office renovations, retail tenant improvements, space planning, BOMA calculations
Industrial & Warehouse Scanning
Document large-scale facilities in Fremont, Hayward, and East Bay industrial parks. Our long-range LiDAR scanners efficiently capture manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and logistics operations with minimal disruption to your operations.
Key deliverables: Floor plans with clearances, structural documentation, MEP systems, loading dock layouts
Tech Campus Documentation
Silicon Valley and Peninsula tech companies trust our scan-to-BIM services for office expansions, lab renovations, and multi-building campus documentation. We deliver Revit-ready models that integrate seamlessly with your project coordination workflows.
Applications: R&D facilities, clean rooms, data centers, office build-outs, cafeteria renovations
Historic Building Documentation
Oakland, Berkeley, and Peninsula historic buildings require specialized documentation expertise. Our non-invasive LiDAR scanning captures ornate details while providing accurate measurements for restoration projects and adaptive reuse.
Specialties: Victorian architecture, Art Deco buildings, adaptive reuse, seismic retrofit planning
Retail & Restaurant Spaces
Support tenant improvement projects across Bay Area shopping centers from Stoneridge Mall to Santana Row to Bay Street Emeryville. Major retailers trust our documentation services for store rollouts throughout the region.
Clients: Nike, Apple, REI, Urban Outfitters, Coca-Cola and other national brands
From luxury estates in Los Altos Hills to multi-family buildings in Oakland to beach properties in Half Moon Bay, we deliver accurate floor plans and elevations for remodels, additions, and ADU planning throughout the Bay Area.
Services: Floor plans, elevations, site plans, permit-ready CAD/Revit files
East Bay
Primary: Oakland, Fremont, Berkeley, Hayward, San Leandro, Alameda
Also serving: Union City, Newark, Emeryville, Albany, Piedmont, Castro Valley, Dublin, Pleasanton, Livermore
Common projects: Historic downtown renovations, industrial warehouse documentation, commercial office buildings, retail developments, Oakland Art Deco buildings
South Bay / Silicon Valley
Primary: San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Cupertino
Also serving: Milpitas, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, Morgan Hill
Common projects: Tech campus expansions, R&D facilities, data centers, office renovations, research labs, clean room documentation
Peninsula
Primary: Redwood City, San Mateo, Menlo Park
Also serving: Burlingame, Millbrae, San Bruno, South San Francisco, Belmont, San Carlos, Atherton
Common projects: Commercial offices, mixed-use developments, retail centers, biotech facilities, medical offices
Why Bay Area Businesses Choose Us
27 Years Commercial Architecture Expertise Our founder’s extensive background means we understand design intent, construction sequencing, and the documentation standards Bay Area architects and contractors expect.
Major Brand Portfolio Apple, Nike, Coca-Cola, REI, and Urban Outfitters trust our documentation services for their Bay Area locations—from Silicon Valley to Oakland to the Peninsula.
Multi-Market Experience Operating across seven Southwest markets (Las Vegas, Phoenix, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Salt Lake City, Austin), we bring efficiency and best practices from thousands of similar projects.
Rapid Bay Area Turnaround
- As-built drawings: 5-7 business days
- Complex BIM models: 10-14 days
- Rush services available for urgent projects
Millimeter-Level Accuracy ±3mm precision eliminates field verification issues and construction change orders from inaccurate documentation.
Bay Area Project Types We Excel At
- Office Buildings & Tech Campuses: From single-tenant buildings in San Jose to sprawling multi-building Silicon Valley campuses, we document existing conditions for expansions, renovations, and space planning initiatives.
- Industrial & Manufacturing: Fremont and Hayward industrial corridors, warehouse distributions centers, manufacturing facilities, and logistics operations across the East Bay.
- Retail & Shopping Centers: Stoneridge Mall (Pleasanton), Santana Row (San Jose), Bay Street Emeryville, Stanford Shopping Center, Valley Fair, and independent retail throughout the region.
- Historic Preservation: Victorian and Edwardian buildings in Oakland and Berkeley, Art Deco structures, Mills Act properties, adaptive reuse projects requiring sensitive documentation.
- Multi-Family Housing: Apartment buildings, condo complexes, and multi-family developments from Oakland to San Jose requiring comprehensive unit and common area documentation.
- Seismic Retrofit Project:s Soft-story upgrades, structural documentation for seismic compliance, and retrofit planning for commercial and residential buildings throughout the Bay Area.
Our Bay Area Service Process
- 1. Free Consultation (15-30 min): Discuss your project scope, deliverables, timeline, and any site-specific challenges. Most Bay Area quotes provided within 24 hours.
- 2. On-Site LiDAR Scanning: Professional technician arrives with industry-grade equipment. Typical scanning: 2-6 hours depending on building size. Evening and weekend appointments available.
- 3. Data Processing: Raw scan data converted into registered, georeferenced point clouds—creating a permanent digital record of existing conditions.
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4. CAD Drafting & BIM Modeling: Team produces deliverables to your specifications:
- 2D floor plans, elevations, sections (AutoCAD DWG)
- 3D Revit models (Architecture, Structure, MEP)
- Reflected ceiling plans and site plans
- IFC files for coordination
- 5. Quality Control & Delivery: Multi-stage QA before secure delivery via cloud transfer or your preferred method.
- 6. Revision Support: One round of minor revisions included to ensure exact project requirements are met.
Technology & Equipment
LiDAR Scanners
- Leica RTC360
- Faro Focus Premium
- Matterport Pro3 (smaller spaces)
Software
- Autodesk ReCap (point cloud processing)
- AutoCAD (2D documentation)
- Revit (BIM modeling)
- CloudCompare (analysis)
Specifications
- Accuracy: ±3mm at 10 meters (typical)
- Point density: Up to 1mm spacing
- Range: 0.6m to 330m
- Scan speed: Up to 2 million points/second
Bay Area Industries We Serve
- Technology Sector - Silicon Valley tech campuses, R&D labs, data centers, office expansions, clean rooms
- Commercial Real Estate - Office buildings, multi-tenant properties, mixed-use developments, property management portfolios
- Retail & Restaurants - Shopping centers, standalone stores, restaurant renovations, franchise rollouts
- Industrial & Manufacturing - Warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, logistics operations
- Healthcare - Medical office buildings, clinics, surgical centers, labs, imaging facilities
- Education - Universities, community colleges, K-12 schools, administrative buildings
- Historic Preservation - Victorian/Edwardian buildings, adaptive reuse, Mills Act properties, seismic retrofits
Case Studies
Silicon Valley Tech Campus Expansion
- Challenge: Growing tech company needed documentation of 3 existing buildings before planning 50,000 sq ft expansion.
- Solution: Comprehensive scan-to-BIM services capturing architectural, structural, and MEP systems. Delivered Revit models coordinated with civil survey data.
- Result: Design team identified MEP conflicts during design phase, saving estimated $180K in potential change orders.
Oakland Historic Theater Restoration
- Challenge: 1920s-era theater required detailed documentation for seismic retrofit and restoration, including ornate plasterwork.
- Solution: Non-invasive LiDAR scanning captured architectural details without physical contact. 3D model showed existing damage patterns.
- Result: Structural engineers planned targeted seismic upgrades while preserving historic character. Project qualified for historic tax credits.
East Bay Industrial Portfolio
- Challenge: Property management company needed documentation of 8 warehouses across Fremont and Hayward for portfolio analysis.
- Solution: Coordinated multi-site scanning program completed within 2 weeks. Standardized deliverables for all properties.
- Result: Client received consistent documentation enabling accurate lease negotiations and facility planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you scan my Bay Area property?
Most commercial buildings are scanned in 2-6 hours. We typically schedule within 3-5 business days, with rush services available.
What's your service radius?
We regularly serve all of Alameda, Santa Clara, and San Mateo Counties, plus portions of Contra Costa County.
Do you work evenings or weekends?
Yes. We understand Bay Area businesses operate around the clock and accommodate off-hours scanning to minimize disruption.
What file formats do you deliver?
Standard: AutoCAD DWG, Revit RVT, IFC, PDF. Point clouds: RCS, RCP, E57, LAS. Custom formats available.
How accurate are your scans?
±3mm accuracy at typical working distances, meeting or exceeding industry standards for building documentation.
Can you document MEP systems?
Yes. We capture all visible building systems, equipment, ductwork, piping, and electrical installations.
How is this different from San Francisco services?
We serve the broader Bay Area regional market (Oakland, San Jose, East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula). For projects within San Francisco city proper, visit our San Francisco page.
Get Started with Your Bay Area Project
Ready to discuss your Bay Area commercial or residential scanning project?
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM PST
Response Time: Most inquiries answered within 4 business hours
What to prepare:
Building address and square footage
Project type (renovation, expansion, documentation, etc.)
Required deliverables (as-built plans, BIM model, point cloud)
Timeline
📧 Email: info@lidarpreciseplans.com
📱 Phone: (415) 259-5884
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