Required iPhone
What devices are supported?
We support iOS and Android devices; please check the full list here.
How much battery will scanning use?
Scanning requires some processing power; you should not lose more than 5% of your battery even with a larger property.
Do I need to have 4G, or can it operate through WiFi?
The app works through Wifi and cellular. Scanning does not require access to the internet. Note that the app needs an internet connection during the login process. Upload your scan for processing using a high-speed internet connection.
Scanning time
How long does it take to scan a 2000 square foot property with 2 floors?
Capturing a 2000 sq ft home takes about 4-6 minutes. Capturing time depends on the area and complexity of the indoor space.
How long does it take to scan?
Scanning time depends on indoor space and complexity. You should be able to capture one room fairly fast, in 15-20 seconds.
How to shoot the video. What to watch out for?
How do I shoot the video?
Keep the device at chest height, slightly tilted downwards, and walk with normal walking speed. Please check the full instructions here.
Do I need to mark something?
No need to mark anything, just walk and scan.
Where do I start?
It is recommended to start from the front entrance and proceed forward from there.
Where to go next?
Your scan path should be in a logical order. Use the path that you would most likely take if you were walking through the building for the first time.
How do I know that I have scanned every room and space?
You can review the video before sending the order for processing. Please plan your route by walking through the building before you start scanning.
What to do after scanning?
Can I see some kind of floor plan sketch on the go or immediately after scanning?
There is no intermediate result available at the moment.
How to scan different floors?
How do I go to the second floor or to the basement?
Walk up the stairs as you normally would.
Note: Be careful to watch in front of you and not at the device screen on the stairs!
Which floor should I scan first?
It is recommended to start from the lowest floor and scan your way up. Point at the stairs while climbing.
How to prepare the house for scanning?
Do I need to clean the house?
No need to clean up the house. If there are items blocking visibility to appliances or other items which are shown in the floor plan, it is recommended to clean those spaces up.
Do I need to keep doors open?
When you are planning the route for the scan, it is recommended that doors remain open during scanning. While it is possible to open/close doors while scanning, it's best practice to leave them open.
Can there be other people in the house?
There can be people and pets in the house.
Any other preparation needed?
Turn on all lights. Open the doors to the spaces where you want to enter.
Can there be direct sunlight from the windows?
Sunlight is not a problem. Curtains can be open.
Do I need to turn the lights on or off?
Lights should be on.
What if there is a really dark place?
If there is a space with low-light, we recommend using a flashlight or skipping that area.
How about mirrors, can I scan them and it is ok?
Mirrors are ok to scan.
What about the separate garage in the backyard?
If there is a garage closer than 20m from the main house, you can walk there and scan the path as well. If it is dark outside, scanning outside is not possible.
How does the output look like?
What is the turnaround time?
Please check this article for the turnaround info.
Do you have room dimensions in the floor plan?
Yes! Delivered floor plan images are provided with and without room dimensions so you can select which ones you want to use.
Do you provide total area?
Absolutely! We provide the Total Area and the option to choose the GLA. This is based on the package and add-on selected. You can read more about it here.
How do you determine room labels?
We detect the rooms automatically from the scan, QA confirms these predictions and corrects any errors.
Do you include exterior areas in the floor plans?
If you scan an area, it will be included in the floor plan. So patios and terraces are included in the floor plan if they are scanned.
How does the App work, and what can you edit?
Can you get a 3D model out from this? For example for Sketch Up or CAD?
Yes, you can have that by purchasing the CAD add-on. Check here for more info.
How automated is this process?
The process is automation-assisted, and all data is processed without human action. We have a QA team that verifies the predicted data and approves the output.
Is it photogrammetry or human-based?
We call it human-assisted automation. There is the automatic part, which leverages state-of-the-art machine vision algorithms, and from those results, the QA team verifies the quality of the final floor plan.
Can I edit the floor plan myself?
Yes, we offer vector versions of the floor plans (SVG) that can be used by third party editing software. Our in-platform editing tool (Quick Editor) is also available.
Will the scan output a 3D showcase similar to Matterport?
At the current stage, a 3D showcase is not on our roadmap. For the floor plan, we create the geometry of the property.
Accuracy and pricing
How accurate is the floor plan provided by CubiCasa, and what does it include?
Currently, the error margin is around 3%-5%. We are constantly working to improve accuracy. The floor plans can include your brand elements such as wall color, floor color, and your logo.
Are floor plans customizable?
Yes, you can add your logo and change the wall and floor colors (depending on the package selected).
What is the price?
Please check our interactive pricing page here.
