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ScanCarolinas.com
3D SCANNING · VIRTUAL TOURS · AUTO360
From real-world space to living 3D & 360

How Scan Carolinas Works

We combine LiDAR scanning, DSLR and iPhone capture, 360° imaging, drones and AI enhancement to turn homes, shops and vehicles into accurate, interactive digital experiences. Here’s what actually happens between “Can you come scan this?” and “Here’s your link.”

Four stages from scan to shareable tour or spin

Stage 1 · Plan & prep Stage 2 · On-site capture Stage 3 · AI-enhanced processing Stage 4 · Hosting & re-scans

You don’t need to understand the tech stack — that’s our job. But it helps to know what you’re getting: measurable LiDAR data, crisp imagery, and 360° spins hosted on our own server, all powered by the Scanlytica™ engine.

The result: a digital version of your space or vehicle that is accurate enough to measure, good-looking enough to market, and hosted long enough to be useful for listings, quality checks, and future work.

Stage 1 · On-site capture – LiDAR, DSLR, 360° & drone

Every job starts with accurate data. We use a mix of iPhone LiDAR, DSLR photography, 360° pano capture and drone views so your 3D tour or spin isn’t just pretty — it’s useful.

LiDAR measurement passes

LiDAR for measurements & layout

We walk the space with LiDAR-enabled devices to capture walls, doors, openings, and major features as a measurable point cloud.

  • Generates a precise base for floorplans
  • Enables basic in-tour measurements (where supported)
  • Helps identify room relationships and circulation paths
DSLR & iPhone imagery

High-quality 3D tour visuals

We combine an entry-level Canon DSLR and the latest iPhone optics to capture bright, sharp imagery for your tour.

  • Multiple exposures where needed for dynamic range
  • Detail passes for important features (kitchens, signage, etc.)
  • Stills that often double as listing photos
360° imaging & drone

360° spins & context from above

For vehicles and certain interiors, we capture 360° pans and spins that we can host in a dedicated 360° viewer, plus drone views for exterior context.

  • Exterior and interior 360° views for vehicles
  • 360° nodes in compact retail spaces
  • Drone overviews of lots and properties

Stage 2 · Processing pipelines – 3D tours & self-hosted 360° viewer

Different spaces and clients need different outputs. We can target Zillow 3D-style tours, Matterport-style experiences, or run everything through our self-hosted 360° viewer for pano tours and Auto360-style spins.

For listings & rentals

3D tours & dollhouse views

When your main goal is visibility on listing platforms and websites, we build tours that mirror the best of Zillow and Matterport-style experiences.

  • 3D walkthrough with smooth navigation
  • Dollhouse & overhead modes for orientation
  • Shareable, embeddable links for listings and sites
Retail & shop tours

Store and showroom 3D & pano tours

For shops, salons and showrooms, we focus on customer paths and key areas so people know what to expect before they visit.

  • Front entrance, checkout and key displays
  • Clear sense of layout and departments
  • Media sized for Google listings and websites
Self-hosted 360° viewer

Vehicle spins & pano tours on our server

For 360° vehicle spins and lightweight pano tours, we use a self-hosted 360° viewer running on our own server (built with open-source tech like Pannellum).

  • Clean 360° viewer with no external branding
  • Fast, mobile-friendly performance
  • Simple iframe/embed code for dealer or client websites
What this means for you: your tours and 360° spins aren’t locked into a random third-party portal. We manage the viewer and hosting, you control where the content appears.

Stage 3 · AI-enhanced everything

Every job uses AI behind the scenes. We’re not just “taking pictures” — we’re letting modern models clean, enhance, label, and sometimes even analyze your space or inventory.

Visual enhancement

AI for cleaner, brighter visuals

We run your imagery through an AI-enhanced pipeline to make it pop without looking fake.

  • Noise reduction and sharpening on low-light shots
  • Balanced color and white balance across rooms and vehicles
  • Optional sky replacement for exterior and lot shots
  • Automatic vertical straightening and horizon leveling
Smart data & labeling

AI for structure, labels & insights

AI also helps us understand the space itself, which makes your tours easier to navigate and your data easier to re-use.

  • Automatic room detection and suggested labels
  • Suggested measurement callouts and points of interest
  • Optional auto-generated highlight reels or teaser clips
  • Future-ready analytics on how people use your tours

Stage 4 · Hosting, access & repeat scans

Once your tour or spin is live, the real value is how long you can use it. We think in terms of hosting, re-scanning, and long-term records — not just a one-off shoot.

Hosting & access

Reliable hosting on our server

We host your 3D tours and 360° spins so you don’t have to think about infrastructure.

  • Tour/spin links for MLS, rental platforms, websites and VDPs
  • Downloadable floorplans and selected imagery
  • Included hosting periods (often 6–12 months) on our server
  • Options for extended hosting for commercial and dealer programs
Re-scans & time series

Repeat scans for quality & condition over time

Because everything is captured as 3D or 360° data, re-scanning lets you actually compare spaces or inventories over time.

  • Document remodels, buildouts, resets and seasonal changes
  • Retail: before/after layouts and merchandising changes
  • Property owners: baseline condition records
  • Dealers: consistent 360° coverage as vehicles come and go
Bottom line: one visit can generate marketing content, documentation, and a measurable 3D/360° record. With repeat scans, you’re effectively building a “timeline” of your space or lot that you can use for leasing, planning, insurance, or proving how good things looked on day one.