Welcome to Aerial Drone Operators - Matterport 3D & LiDAR Scanning Services
Aerial Drone deliver accurate Matterport scans and LiDAR surveys that reduce project risk and save time, including point clouds for BIM, floor plans for space planning and digital twins for asset management.
Aerial Drone create accurate digital twins of buildings and structures with measurable point clouds, immersive walkthroughs and BIM-ready models. Perfect for architects, contractors, facilities managers, estate agents and heritage organisations.
At Aerial Drone UK we are able to work on your Matterport 3D & LiDAR scanning project at a local level in the South West of England including Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset and further afield in the rest of the UK from our base in Devon.
Why choose Aerial Drone UK for Matterport & LiDAR surveys?
- Precision + context - LiDAR technology ensures survey-grade accuracy, while Matterport adds visual clarity.
- Fewer site visits - Remote 3D models save time and reduce costs.
- Fast turnaround - Efficient workflow, delivering data quickly.
Survey Deliverables
- Interactive Matterport Tour - Immersive walkthroughs, secure sharing, asset tags, measurements.
- Point Clouds - Coloured point clouds, registered to survey control, importable to CAD/BIM.
- 2D Plans & Elevations - PDF floor plans, CAD outputs (DWG/DXF).
- 3D Models - Textured meshes (OBJ/FBX), BIM-ready deliverables.
Our Typical Workflow
- Pre-survey planning - We review site drawings, access, and outputs required for each project.
- On-site scanning - We use room by room Matterport capture with LiDAR and our drone LiDAR for exteriors.
- Processing & alignment - Our data is aligned to survey control and exported into required formats.
- Delivery & support - We provide 3D tours, CAD files and point clouds with ongoing support.
Who uses Matterport 3D & LiDAR building scans?
- Architects & Designers - Capture as-existing conditions, integrate point clouds into BIM.
- Contractors & Project Teams - Use for progress monitoring, snagging and O&M manuals.
- Facilities & Estate Managers - Maintain digital twins for asset management.
- Heritage & Conservation - Preserve detailed records of historic sites with minimal disturbance.
- Property & Marketing - Enhance property sales and lettings with immersive 3D tours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What accuracy can I expect from the Aerial Drone Matterport service?
A: Typically within ±10-20mm depending on site conditions. Survey control is available for higher precision.
Q: Can I use the data for BIM?
A: Yes, we deliver point clouds and BIM ready models.
Q: Do you scan exteriors as well as interiors?
A: Yes, we combine Matterport tripod LiDAR for internal and drone capture for external, providing full coverage.
