In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate floorplan of your home to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes due to inaccurate public records, or market to potential clients when selling a property. Order a measurement service from Premier Appraisals Get a quote onlineWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage of the house and the overall layout. 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, property listings, and more. When are floorplan services necessary?Disputing real estate taxesTax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser determines the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA measuring service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tactic to attract potential buyers since they can review the layout and characteristics of the house before and after touring. Contact Premier Appraisals today to find out more about our floorplan services. |