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Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable estimation of property size to establish a fair value when purchasing a property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How do floorplan services work?

During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area of the house and the overall layout. 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 required?

Property taxes

Property tax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might 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 can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Putting a property up for sale

A measurement service will secure a fair price for your property. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of your home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home sells at a price that accurately reflects market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your thoroughness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the property before and after touring. Contact us today to find out more about our floorplan services.