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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes 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 takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the house and the general 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 should I get a measurement service?

Challenging real estate taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth.

Selling a home or property

A measurement service will secure fair market value for your home. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing might reflect 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 dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

Material for real estate agents

To make sure that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, 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 to attract potential buyers because they can see the layout and details of the home before and after a tour. Contact Appraise It, LLC today to find out more about our floorplan services.