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Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you a reliable estimation of property area to establish a fair value when purchasing a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

A home measurement 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 form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area and the overall layout of the house. The result 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 should I get a floorplan service?

Real estate taxes

Property tax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth.

Selling a home or property

A home measurement service will secure fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price for your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we recommend requesting a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can review the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services.