I found this on youtube and found it to be valuable in marketing scans of new construction procjects..

I came across this insightful video showing how builders are using high-accuracy laser scanning to create digital twins of residential homes. The process not only captures what’s behind the walls in extreme detail (within 1/8 inch accuracy), but also enables easier renovations, faster diagnostics, and better long-term maintenance. The case studies included—from noise troubleshooting to QR-coded equipment videos—highlight practical, real-world value. Worth a watch for anyone exploring the future of home documentation and smart construction workflows.

🏠 Digital Twin for Homes: The video showcases a collaboration between a builder and Multivista to scan a newly constructed home in Needham. The goal is to create a digital twin — a precise 3D model of the home’s structure, including what's inside the walls.

🛠 What Multivista Does: Multivista specializes in construction documentation for both commercial and residential buildings. Their services capture detailed interior scans, which are valuable for everything from renovations to maintenance and troubleshooting.

📏 Laser Accuracy Matters: The scanning tool used, the Leica RTC 360, captures 2 million data points per second and has an accuracy within 1/8 inch, ensuring precise documentation of walls, studs, and mechanical systems.

🧱 Why Scan Residential Homes?: Knowing exactly what lies behind walls helps avoid mistakes like drilling into pipes or missing studs. For renovations, having a model allows architects to plan without needing demolition for inspections.

🔄 Scans are Iterative: For large rooms, scanners are moved to multiple positions to maintain high fidelity. The data is then “married” into a unified digital twin model.

🔍 Case Study in Problem Solving: A previous project revealed a noise issue traced to a tightly-fitted boiler exhaust. With the digital model, the team pinpointed the issue, made a small incision, and corrected the fault—showcasing the tool’s power in diagnostics.

🧰 Tools for Home Care: The system supports not just architecture and construction but long-term home maintenance. QR codes linked to how-to videos can be attached to equipment, streamlining repairs and training.

🌐 Remote Monitoring and Decision Making: Clients who live abroad can view 360° walkthroughs and floorplan-linked scans remotely, enabling real-time decisions during construction.

💼 Commercial & Remodeling Applications: In commercial settings, Multivista does phased scanning to capture each stage—plumbing, electrical, HVAC—allowing detailed as-built records. For remodels, they generate floor plans or full 3D Revit models, replacing the need for manual measurement.

📱 Portfolio-Wide Access: Builders can manage multiple homes and job sites with centralized access to all scans, plans, and walkthroughs from any device.


2 million data points per second: Demonstrates the extreme granularity and speed of the Leica RTC 360 scanner.

1/8 inch accuracy: Crucial for avoiding mistakes like missed studs or hitting pipes, especially in tight residential spaces.

6 scan cycles per floor in a 13-story high-rise: Shows the scale and iterative process needed for detailed commercial construction documentation.

A full scan takes a day, plans delivered in a week: Offers a clear value proposition over traditional architectural site measurement.