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Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you an accurate estimation of property dimensions to determine a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and area, 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 sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How do floorplan services work?

During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the overall 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, property listings, and more.

When should I get a measurement service?

Property taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser will verify 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 house is worth.

Putting a property up for sale

A measuring service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Living space is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise 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 may have affected square footage).

Material for real estate professionals

To ensure that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we advise asking for a measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your thoroughness, and you can be confident in 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 getting potential buyers interested since they can review the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Get in touch with us to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services.