In need of floorplan services? Let Irina Baker help.Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let us give you an accurate estimation of property size to establish a fair, unbiased value when buying a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Order a measurement service from Irina Baker Get a quote todayWhat are home measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your 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 a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How do measurement services work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they notate 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 detailed sketch showing the total living area and the overall layout of the house. The finished product 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 needed?Challenging property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from various 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 evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will verify an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Putting a home up for saleA measurement service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that accurately reflects market value, we recommend requesting a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, 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 a great marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Contact us to learn more about our measurement services. |