Needing a home measured? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your property to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes due to incorrect public records, or market to potential buyers when selling real estate. Order a measurement service from Sue Clements Get a quote todayWhat are measurement services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the house. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When should I get a floorplan service?Disputing real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Putting your home on the marketA measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make sure that your client's property closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can review the layout and details of the property before and after a tour. Contact us today to find out more about our measurement services. |