In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate floorplan of your property to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes due to incorrect estimates, or market to possible buyers when selling a property. Get your measurement service from Amy Hendren Get a quote onlineWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area and the overall layout of the house. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more. When should I get a floorplan service?Real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a home or propertyA measuring service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise requesting a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tool to entice potential buyers because they can see the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Get in touch to find out more about our measurement services. |