In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let our appraisers give you a reliable calculation of property area to determine a fair, unbiased value when buying a home, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Get your measurement service from Anderson Appraisals Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. 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 area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service necessary?Challenging real estate taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute 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 a propertyA floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, 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 a fantastic marketing tactic to interest potential buyers since they can view the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |