Need your home measured or a floorplan for your property? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let us give you an accurate estimation of property size to determine a fair value when purchasing a property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Get your measurement service from Appraisal One LLC Get a quote onlineWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the general layout of the house. The result 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 are floorplan services required?Property taxesTax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser determines the 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. Selling your homeA home measurement service can secure fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price of your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo make certain that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool for attracting potential buyers since they can see the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Contact us to find out more about our floorplan services. |