In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your home to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes as a result of incorrect public records, or market to possible clients when selling real estate. Order a floorplan service from Advanced Appraisals Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary 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 home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area of the home 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, property listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service required?Real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser determines the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling your homeA floorplan service will secure a fair price for your property. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers since they can review the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services. |