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Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable measurement of property size to determine a fair, unbiased value when buying a property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your property's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the home and the general layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more.

When is a measurement or floorplan service necessary?

Property taxes

Property tax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed 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 challenge your taxes. An appraiser will verify an 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.

Putting your home on the market

A 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 house — but since these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage).

Information for agents

To make sure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we recommend seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to 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 great marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can view the layout and details of the property before and after a showing. Get in touch with us to find out more about our floorplan services.