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Smartphone photos to measured 3D models in minutes

Computer vision platform that transforms construction site photos into fully-measured, customizable 3D models. Used by contractors, insurance professionals, and homeowners to automate measurements, material takeoffs, and design visualization. Trained on 10M+ homes with to-the-inch accuracy.

Pricing
free tier, $25 per job
Alternatives
Civils.ai, Archilogic, 2050 Materials
Who it's for
Construction, Architecture, Insurance
$174M raisedEstablished
Founded 2011 · 10,000+ construction professionals, insurance carriers (Travelers, State Farm Ventures, Nationwide), builders including DaBella
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WHY IT EXISTS

Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

Construction teams manually review 100+ site photos, spend 2-4 hours measuring properties, and create estimates on paper or spreadsheets. Aerial measurements fail on tree-covered properties (8% failure rate) and have lower accuracy (3.4% variance). Manual processes delay scope approval and material ordering.

The Solution

Uses patented computer vision to transform ground-level photos into fully-measured 3D models in under an hour, achieving to-the-inch accuracy (2.6% variance verified by independent testing). Integrates with ABC Supply for automated material ordering and includes design visualization with brand-specific product options.

USAGE

How You Use It

Delivery Method
Mobile App (iOS/Android)Web ApplicationProgressive Web App
Integrations
ABC SupplyZapierSalesforceAPI (OAuth 2.0)
Disciplines
Construction, Architecture
Workflows
Data & Automation
Project Phases
Design Development, Construction Documentation, Construction Administration
Project Types
Residential, Commercial, Insurance Claims
TRANSPARENCY

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input
What it needs
Required:Construction/property photographs, GPS location data
Optional:Project schedule, Quality checklists, Design preferences, Material selections
Formats:JPG, PNG, Mobile app capture, Smartphone photo metadata
Output
What you get
Format:Interactive 3D models with extracted measurements and design options
Fields:Roof and siding measurements (to-the-inch), Surface areas and opening dimensions, Window and door counts, Material visualizations with brand options (GAF, JamesHardie, Alside), PDF measurement reports, Wireframe images and 3D models, Material takeoff lists (SKP, JSON, XLSX, XML formats)
Algorithm
How it works
Model:Proprietary computer vision system trained on 10M+ residential and commercial properties
Accuracy:To-the-inch accuracy on exterior measurements; 2.6% variance (verified by Haag Engineering independent study on 40 homes; 23% more accurate than aerial measurements at 3.4% variance)
Privacy
How your data is protected
Retention:Project-based retention (specific duration not publicly specified)
Training:Not publicly specified whether production data or photos used for model training
Compliance:Claims enterprise-grade security, Appointed Prighter Group as privacy representative for EU/UK data subjects, Privacy policy available but specific compliance certifications not disclosed
API
Integration
Endpoint:https://developers.hover.to/
Method:REST API
Webhook support available
USE CASES

Use Cases

  • ·Automated exterior measurement and takeoff for roofing and siding estimates
  • ·Rapid property assessment for insurance claims processing
  • ·Design visualization for homeowner consultations with material options
  • ·Material ordering automation integrated with supplier pricing
  • ·Real estate property documentation and listing enhancement
  • ·Construction project baseline documentation and progress tracking
  • ·Before/after comparison for renovation scope definition
PRICING

Pricing

Free
Free job available (first property processed for free to try before paying)
Pro
$25 per job (Pay As You Go) for standard processing; expedited processing available at additional fee
Enterprise
Custom pricing for volume users and integration partnerships (e.g., ABC Supply partner pricing)
Sources & Research NotesResearch date: 2026-04-04
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