Every Space, Precisely Captured
Ferguson Brothers Contracting Ltd. scans your existing space with iGUIDE precision technology — producing accurate floor plans, a shareable 3D tour, and measurement data that become the foundation for your design-build project. Captured to roughly ±1 cm.
Scan-to-Drawing, Done Right
The iGUIDE Planix system uses a high-precision 360° camera and a LiDAR sensor to capture every dimension of your existing space. The result is a rich data set — not just photos — that we use to build accurate as-built drawings for your project.
- Accurate, downloadable floor plan with room-by-room dimensions
- Interactive 3D virtual tour — shareable with your team and designer
- Precision measurement tool embedded in every scan
- Data foundation for SketchUp modelling and permit drawings
Why This Matters for Your Renovation
Most renovation mistakes begin with inaccurate measurements. When your designer, engineer, and contractor are all working from the same verified scan data, surprises on site drop dramatically — and so does your cost.
We bring the scanner to your site, capture the full space, and hand you a permanent digital record of your home before construction begins. That record lives with your project file — and with you — long after the job is done.
From Site Visit to Construction Drawings
The scan isn't the end product — it's the starting point. Here's how we turn a site visit into a design-build foundation.
01 · Site Visit & Scan
We mobilize to your property with the iGUIDE Planix R1. Every room, ceiling height, window opening, and structural element is captured. Minimum four hours on site.
02 · Floor Plan & 3D Tour
iGUIDE processes the scan data into a verified floor plan with accurate dimensions and a fully interactive 3D tour — delivered digitally, ready to share with your design team.
03 · 3D As-Built Model
We import the scan data into SketchUp to build a precise 3D model of your existing space — the working canvas for your design and construction drawings.
04 · Design & Permit Drawings
From the verified model, we coordinate with your designer, architect, and engineers to produce permit-ready drawings — built on data, not assumptions.
Three Components. No Surprises.
Our scanning fee is built from three straightforward components. Use the estimator below for a quick total on your project.
| Fee Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Site Visit — Scanning Labour 4-hour minimum per mobilization | $125 / hr |
| Equipment — Planix R1 Technology Fee Flat per mobilization | $125 flat |
| Scan Fee — iGUIDE Advanced Drawing Package 1,500 SF minimum · includes floor plan + 3D tour | $0.161 / SF |
All pricing in CAD. The scan fee is based on the iGUIDE Advanced Drawing Package ($0.14/SF base rate, 1,500 SF minimum), plus a 15% coordination and project-integration markup — billed at $0.161/SF. The package includes a downloadable floor plan, an interactive 3D virtual tour, and measurement tools. Full package details at goiguide.com/pricing. Labour beyond the four-hour minimum is billed at $125/hr. GST applicable.
Project Estimator
Build Smarter — Add the Extras That Matter
Optional drawing add-ons extend the value of your scan. Each requires the iGUIDE Advanced (or Premium) Drawing Package — which is our standard — and is quoted per project on top of the base scan. Rates below include the same 15% coordination markup.
| Add-On | Rate |
|---|---|
| Site Plan Schematic view of the whole property — buildings and outdoor features — from aerial data and on-site Planix captures. | $51.75 flat |
| CAD Floor Plan (DWG) Drafted floor plan in DWG, LOD 200, AIA-standard layers, annotations, and LiDAR point-cloud data (DXF). | $0.032 / SF |
| Roof Plan Drafted roof plan in DWG — slopes and roof edges of the primary structure. | $0.048 / SF |
| Exterior Elevations Drafted exterior elevation drawings in DWG — front, rear, and side façades. | $0.048 / SF |
| Reflected Ceiling Plan Drafted reflected ceiling plan in DWG — bulkheads, lighting, and ceiling-height indicators. | $0.048 / SF |
| 3D Model 3D model of drafted floors (Revit or DWG) — walls, doors, windows, and basic structural elements. | $0.127 / SF |
Add-ons require the iGUIDE Advanced or Premium Drawing Package. Want any of these included? Ask us to add them to your scan estimate. All pricing in CAD; GST applicable.
The Scan Is an Asset, Not a Cost
Fewer on-site surprises. When your whole team works from verified dimensions, the gap between drawings and reality disappears — reducing costly mid-build corrections.
Permit-ready drawings, faster. Designers and engineers start from an accurate as-built model, not hand-sketched field notes. Drawings are produced faster and revised less often.
Shareable with your whole team. The iGUIDE 3D tour links directly to your project — share it with your architect, engineer, interior designer, or trades from any device.
A permanent property record. Your home before construction, precisely documented — invaluable for future renovations, insurance claims, and property records.
Common Questions
How accurate is an iGUIDE scan?
The iGUIDE Planix system captures dimensions to roughly ±1 cm. That accuracy is what lets your designer, engineer, and our crew all work from the same verified measurements instead of rough field notes.
What do I actually get from a scan?
A downloadable floor plan with room-by-room dimensions, an interactive 3D virtual tour you can share with your whole team, and an embedded measurement tool in every scan — plus the data foundation we use for SketchUp modelling and permit drawings.
How long does the scan take, and when do I get it?
We mobilize for a minimum of four hours on site per visit. Processed floor plans and the 3D tour are typically delivered within about a week.
Do I still need a scan if I already have old blueprints?
Usually yes. Old drawings are often out of date or were never accurate to begin with. A measured scan captures the home as it actually is today — which is what reliable design and permit drawings depend on.
Can I share the 3D tour with my designer or architect?
Yes. The iGUIDE 3D tour is a shareable link — your architect, engineer, interior designer, and trades can open it from any device and pull measurements directly.
Do you scan outside North Vancouver?
Yes — across our service area: West Vancouver, Vancouver, Burnaby, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Squamish, and Bowen and Gambier Islands. For island and remote sites we plan the mobilization into the visit.
What does a scan cost?
Three components: scanning labour ($125/hr, four-hour minimum), a flat equipment fee ($125), and the scan fee ($0.161/SF, 1,500 SF minimum). Use the estimator above for a quick total. Optional drawing add-ons are available on top.
Book Your Scan
Tell us about the property and we'll confirm the scope, square footage, and site conditions, then get a visit scheduled. Turnaround is typically within a week.
Have plans or photos to send, or prefer to talk first? Call 778-875-6267 or email info@fergusonbrothers.ca.