Needing a property measured? Let Emily Sconyers help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your home to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes as a result of inaccurate public records, or market to potential buyers when selling real estate. Order a measurement service from Emily Sconyers Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. 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 sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage 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 should I get a measurement service?Disputing real estate taxesTax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent evaluation or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting a home up for saleA home measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we suggest seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your eye for detail, and you can be confident in knowing 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 a walkthrough. Contact us to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |