Laser Scanning for Historic Preservation & Government

Accurate Documentation for Historic and Civic Buildings

Capture existing conditions with precision while protecting historic materials. Sentinel Scanning provides non-invasive documentation to support restoration, analysis, and long-term preservation.

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Millimeter-level accuracy

Revit models
up to LOD 500

Trusted by professionals

Nationwide coverage

INDUSTRY APPLICATION

Designed for Historic Structures Where Accuracy and Preservation Matter

Historic buildings and civic facilities require careful documentation to balance preservation with modernization. Many structures lack reliable drawings, making it difficult to plan restoration, accessibility upgrades, and infrastructure improvements. Accurate, non-invasive documentation allows project teams to understand existing conditions without disturbing fragile materials or historic features.

Historic restoration and preservation projects

Incomplete or missing original documentation

Delicate architectural features and materials

Government and civic building documentation

Long-term archival and heritage records

COMMON CHALLENGES

When Historic Buildings Lack Accurate Documentation, Restoration Becomes Risky

Historic structures often contain complex geometry and undocumented modifications, making traditional measurement methods unreliable and difficult to execute.

Original drawings are incomplete, inaccurate, or missing

Intricate architectural features are difficult to measure manually

Manual documentation risks damaging fragile materials

Undocumented changes create uncertainty during restoration planning

These challenges increase risk, slow restoration planning, and make it difficult to protect the building’s historic integrity.

HOW SENTINEL SCANNING HELPS

Accurate, Non-Invasive Documentation for Preservation and Restoration

Sentinel Scanning captures detailed building data without physical contact, allowing preservation teams to document and analyze structures safely and accurately.

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  • Sentinel Scanning records millions of measurement points across the building’s surfaces, creating a highly accurate digital representation of historic structures and architectural features.

  • The resulting point cloud dataset allows architects and engineers to analyze spatial relationships, structural conditions, and architectural details with exceptional accuracy.

  • Accurate scan data helps preservation teams plan restoration work, evaluate structural conditions, and maintain the integrity of historic materials.

  • Because the scanning process is non-contact, fragile materials, ornamental details, and historic finishes can be documented without risk of damage.

  • Scan data provides a permanent digital record of the structure, supporting future restoration efforts, research, and historical documentation.

DELIVERABLES

Deliverables That Support Preservation, Restoration, and Documentation

Sentinel Scanning provides documentation designed for preservation teams, architects, engineers, and government agencies.

All deliverables are tailored to your project scope and level of detail requirements.

Revit Models
(LOD 200–500)

BIM-ready models supporting restoration planning, structural analysis, and coordination.

2D Floor Plans & Measured Drawings

Accurate drawings for documentation, restoration planning, and official records.

Matterport Virtual Walkthroughs

Immersive digital records allowing remote exploration of historic spaces.

Interactive 3D PDFs

Accessible visualizations for sharing with stakeholders, preservation boards, and agencies.

GET A QUOTE

Get Accurate Documentation for Your Historic or Gov Building

Tell us about your project scope, building type, and documentation needs, and we’ll provide a clear proposal tailored to your project.

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