In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate floorplan of your property's dimensions to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes from inaccurate public records, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Appraisal Service Get a quote todayWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise 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 service work?During a measurement service, an appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They might make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the general layout of the home. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When are measurement services necessary?Challenging real estate taxesTax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling a home or propertyA measurement service will secure a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently estimated 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 of your home, 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 an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make sure that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for 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 a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested since they can review the layout and details of the house before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch to learn more about our measurement services. |