In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your home's dimensions to help you determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes as a result of unreliable public records, or market to potential buyers when selling a property. Order a floorplan service from Fast Get a quote todayWhat are home measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the home and the general layout. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate 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 have! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home 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 overpaying. Selling your homeA home measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool to attract potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the home before and after a showing. Contact us today to find out more about our floorplan services. |