3D Laser Scanning -- Brisbane & SEQ
No Fuss Point Cloud Scanning
Professional LiDAR scanning and 3D survey services for architects, engineers, builders, and asset owners across Southeast Queensland. On site fast, delivered faster.
Projects Delivered
Clients Served
Point Accuracy
Why Choose Us
Scanning done right, every time
On Site ASAP
We mobilise quickly. Most projects are scanned within days of your brief, not weeks.
Latest Technology
Trimble X7, Trimble X9, NavVis MLX, and DJI Matrice 4T - the sharpest tools in the industry.
Subject Experts
Qualified surveyors and scanning technicians who understand your project requirements.
Speedy Deliverables
Point clouds, BIM models, and survey outputs delivered in days, not months.
Our Services
Full-spectrum scanning capability
Architectural & BIM Scanning
On-site laser scanning for architects, interior designers, and renovation contractors. We capture the full geometry of your building so you can design from accurate existing conditions instead of unreliable legacy drawings.
Civil & Infrastructure
LiDAR surveys for roads, bridges, rail corridors, and civil earthworks. From design verification to as-built documentation, we capture infrastructure at any scale.
Industrial & As-Built
Comprehensive as-built documentation for factories, processing plants, warehouses, and mechanical installations. Capture every pipe, duct, and structural member in 3D.
Aerial & UAV Mapping
Drone surveys for sites too large, too remote, or too dangerous for ground-based scanning. Our CASA-certified pilots deploy LiDAR and camera payloads for everything from 1-hectare building sites to 100-hectare mine sites.
3D LiDAR Scanning
Need a building, structure, or site captured in 3D? Our laser scanning service turns physical spaces into precise digital models. We handle everything from quote through to delivery: you get clean, usable point cloud data ready for your software.
Photogrammetry Services
High-resolution aerial imagery processed into ortho-mosaics, textured 3D meshes, and surface models. Photogrammetry is the image-based alternative to LiDAR: lower cost, full colour, and ideal for visual basemaps, facade documentation, and client presentations.
Scan to BIM Modelling
Already have point cloud data? We model it into intelligent Revit or ArchiCAD BIM models at LOD 100 through LOD 400. Walls, floors, columns, MEP services, and structural steel modelled to your BIM execution plan. We accept data from any scanner.
Point Cloud Processing
Point cloud processing is the set of computational operations applied to raw 3D scan data to produce clean, registered, and classified datasets ready for analysis and modelling. We handle registration, noise removal, classification, format conversion, and quality assurance.
Heritage Documentation Scanning
Heritage documentation scanning is the application of 3D laser scanning to record historic buildings, monuments, and culturally significant structures with archival-grade accuracy. We produce measured drawings, 3D models, and condition assessments that support conservation, adaptive reuse, and heritage compliance.
Construction Verification Scanning
Construction verification scanning is the use of 3D laser scanning to compare as-built construction against design models, detecting deviations, verifying setout accuracy, and documenting progress at each construction stage.
Topographic & Land Survey
Terrain models, contour plans, and earthworks volumes delivered from airborne LiDAR. We survey land at 50x the detail of traditional total station methods, penetrate vegetation canopy to map ground level, and produce contours at intervals as fine as 0.25m.
How It Works
Four steps to your point cloud
Scope
We review your project, define deliverables, and provide a fixed-price quote.
Capture
Our technicians deploy LiDAR scanners and drones to capture your site in 3D.
Process
Raw data is registered, cleaned, and quality-checked against accuracy targets.
Deliver
You receive point clouds, models, and reports via secure cloud link.
Our Equipment
Industry-leading hardware
Trimble X7
Survey-grade accuracy, self-levelling, auto-calibration
Trimble X9
High-speed survey-grade capture with automated in-field calibration
NavVis MLX
Walking-speed capture for rapid indoor mapping
DJI Matrice 4T
Long-endurance drone with RTK positioning
DJI Mini 5 Pro
Compact drone for confined sites and rapid aerial inspection
facadeinspect.au
Browser-based point cloud viewer for measurement and collaboration
Technology Partners
FAQ
Common questions about 3D scanning
How much does 3D laser scanning cost in Australia?
Pricing depends on site size, complexity, and deliverables required. A single-floor commercial space (under 500m2) typically starts around $1,500 to $2,500 for a point cloud deliverable. Larger sites, multi-storey buildings, and BIM modelling add to the cost. We provide fixed-price quotes before any site visit, so there are no surprises. Use our online pricing calculator for an instant estimate, or contact us for a tailored quote.
What is the difference between LiDAR scanning and photogrammetry?
LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) uses laser pulses to measure distances and create a 3D point cloud directly. It works in any lighting condition and delivers millimetre-level accuracy. Photogrammetry uses overlapping photographs processed through software to reconstruct 3D geometry. It produces colour-rich models and is well-suited to aerial mapping, facades, and textured surfaces. For building interiors and precision work, we use LiDAR. For large-area aerial surveys and visual documentation, photogrammetry is often more cost-effective.
What accuracy do you achieve with terrestrial LiDAR?
Our Trimble X7 and Trimble X9 terrestrial scanners capture individual points at +/-2mm accuracy at ranges up to 80 metres. After registration and survey control, the overall network accuracy is typically +/-3 to 5mm across an entire building. This exceeds the requirements for BIM LOD 300 modelling and is suitable for renovation design, structural assessment, and heritage documentation. Every project includes an accuracy report with the final deliverables.
How long does a typical scan take?
A single commercial floor (500 to 1000m2) takes approximately 2 to 3 hours to scan with terrestrial LiDAR. A three-storey office building is usually completed within a single day. For large industrial sites, our NavVis MLX mobile scanner captures at walking speed, covering a 10,000m2 warehouse floor in under an hour. Aerial surveys of sites up to 50 hectares can be completed in a single flight session. We always provide a time estimate as part of your quote.
What file formats do you deliver?
We deliver in whatever format your team needs. Common outputs include E57, RCP/RCS (Revit-native), LAS/LAZ (industry standard), DWG/DXF (CAD), and GeoTIFF (aerial orthomosaic). For BIM projects, we produce Revit models to your specified LOD (typically 200 or 300). All deliverables are provided via secure cloud link with download access for your project team.
Do you service areas outside Brisbane?
Yes. While based in Brisbane, we service all major Australian cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, and regional areas. Travel is quoted at cost for projects outside Southeast Queensland. For large or ongoing projects interstate, we can base equipment and crew locally to reduce mobilisation costs. Contact us to discuss your project location.
Australia's 3D scanning specialists
Brisbane Point Cloud provides 3D laser scanning, LiDAR survey, photogrammetry, and scan-to-BIM services for architects, engineers, builders, and asset owners across Australia. Based in Brisbane with a fleet of Trimble, NavVis, and DJI equipment, we deliver point cloud data at +/-5mm accuracy with fixed-price quotes and 3-day turnaround for standard projects.
Our team scans buildings, infrastructure, industrial plants, heritage sites, and construction sites from Brisbane to Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, and regional areas. We handle the full pipeline from site capture through registration, QA, and deliverable production, so you receive clean, usable data ready for your design and documentation workflows.
Whether you need a point cloud for a Revit model, a topographic survey for civil design, or heritage documentation for a conservation plan, we have the equipment and experience to deliver on time and on budget.
What we scan
- -Commercial and residential buildings
- -Roads, bridges, and civil infrastructure
- -Factories, warehouses, and processing plants
- -Heritage buildings and cultural sites
- -Construction sites (progress and verification)
- -Open land and topographic terrain
How we deliver
- -Point clouds: E57, RCP/RCS, LAS/LAZ
- -BIM models: Revit LOD 200 to LOD 400
- -CAD drawings: DWG, DXF
- -Aerial: orthomosaic, DTM/DSM, GeoTIFF
- -Reports: accuracy statements, survey reports
Ready to scan?
Get a fixed-price quote for your next project. Based in Brisbane, we service Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Perth, Adelaide, and all of Australia.