Scan Skunks LiDAR Scanning Aids in Clarksville, TN Church Renovation

Project Description

A historic church in Clarksville, TN, recently underwent a critical renovation, and Scan Skunks provided essential support with our advanced LiDAR scanning technology. By capturing precise structural data, we helped the renovation team address several unique challenges specific to older buildings, setting the stage for a successful transformation.

The Challenges of Renovating a Historic Church: Scan Skunks faced several distinct challenges during this project, including:

• Unlevel Roofing: The church's roof had shifted over time, presenting structural variances that needed precise measurements to guide safe and effective renovations.
• Varied Construction Ages: With construction phases spanning multiple eras, different materials and methods were present throughout the building, complicating the renovation process.
• Dated Construction Methods: Older construction techniques used in the original and subsequent builds required careful documentation to ensure that modern updates would integrate smoothly without compromising the church’s architectural integrity.
• Limited Crawl Space Access: Some areas, like the crawl spaces, had restricted access, demanding advanced equipment to capture accurate measurements for a complete model.

How Scan Skunks' LiDAR Technology Addressed Each Challenge: Our LiDAR scanning technology provided critical solutions for each challenge:

• Capturing the exact contours of the uneven roofing to help assess structural stability and guide renovation strategies.
• Consolidating data from areas built in different time periods, allowing a unified approach to updates and repairs.
• Digitally scanning hard-to-access spaces, such as crawl spaces, with pinpoint accuracy, ensuring that no area was overlooked in the renovation plan.

Results and Impact on the Renovation: The comprehensive data provided by Scan Skunks had a significant impact on the renovation project. By creating a digital twin of the church, we enabled safer, more cost-effective planning and construction. Additionally, this digital model will remain a valuable resource for the church, aiding in future maintenance and modifications.

This project highlights the critical role that Scan Skunks' LiDAR scanning plays in preserving and modernizing historic buildings. Our expertise and advanced technology allowed us to support a renovation that respects the church’s past while ensuring its future.