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Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you an accurate evaluation of property area to establish a fair value when purchasing a new property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area 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 documents, home listings, and more.

When are floorplan services necessary?

Disputing property taxes

Tax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service 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 will establish the 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 your home

A floorplan service will secure fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property 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 sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage).

Information for real estate professionals

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and 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 measurement can also be an excellent marketing tactic to interest potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the property before and after a showing. Contact us today to learn more about our measurement services.