In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate floorplan of your property to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes from incorrect estimates, or market to possible clients when selling real estate. Order a floorplan service from Appraisal Associates, LLC. Get a quote onlineWhat are measurement services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a home measurement service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area and the general layout of the home. The resulting report 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 do I need a measurement service?Disputing property taxesProperty tax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent evaluation or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser determines 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 your homeA home measurement service can secure fair market value for your home. Square footage is one of the most important 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 show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for agentsTo make certain that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers because they can review the layout and details of the house before and after a tour. Contact us today to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |