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Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable measurement of property area to establish a fair value when purchasing a home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form 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 often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they note 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 living area and the general layout of the home. 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, property listings, and more.

When should I get a floorplan service?

Disputing property taxes

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

Selling a home or property

A floorplan service can secure fair market value for your property. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

Information for real estate professionals

To ensure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we advise seeking a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can view the layout and features of the property before and after touring. Contact Affiliate Appraisals LLC today to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services.