Why This Matters

LIDAR data collection dates help you track when roof measurements were taken. Enabling this feature adds important context to your AI-assisted designs.

What You'll Need

Admin access to SubcontractorHub
A web browser (Chrome or Edge recommended)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

By default, the LiDAR data collection date will not be shown in the AI-Assisted roofing design tool.

Step 2

Follow the steps below to enable it.

Step 3

Step 1:From the main menu, click your organization’s profile and select “Settings”.

Step 4

Step 2:Go to “AI Tool Settings” and click on the “Edit” icon.

Step 5

Step 3:Enable the “Show Lidar Date” setting, then click “Update”.

Step 6

You will now see the LiDAR data collection date within the AI-Assisted roofing design tool.

Step 7

This data is available only in theDefaultdesign mode.

Step 8

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Pro Tips

💡 Roofing tip: Double-check your material quantities before ordering — measure twice, order once.
📋 Stay organized: Keep your roofing customer records up to date for faster proposals.
🔄 Automate when possible: Pair this feature with automations to reduce manual work.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
I don't see this option	Make sure you have Admin access. Some features require specific permissions.
Changes aren't saving	Try refreshing your browser and make sure you clicked Save before navigating away.
Something looks different from the screenshots	SubcontractorHub updates regularly. The feature works the same way — the layout may just look slightly different.
Materials not showing	Check that materials are properly set up in your roofing database with pricing enabled.

Last updated: 2026-05-15 · Source: How To Enable Lidar Data Collection Date In The Ai Assisted Tool