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Home remodels and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let our appraisers give you an accurate measurement of property size to determine a fair value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure your house'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 accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a floorplan service work?

During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They might make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total 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 documentation, home listings, and more.

When is a home measurement or floorplan service necessary?

Real estate taxes

Property tax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser determines 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 house is worth.

Selling your home

A floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage).

For agents

To make sure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise requesting a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tool to attract potential buyers because they can view the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Contact us to learn more about our measurement services.