In need of floorplan services? Let Action Appraisal Group help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your property's dimensions to help you establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes as a result of inaccurate public records, or market to possible clients when selling a property. Order a measurement service from Action Appraisal Group Get a quote todayWhat are home measurement services?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise 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 home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the general layout of the house. The resulting report 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 do I need a measurement service?Challenging real estate taxesTax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling a home or propertyA home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your property 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 reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a tour. Contact us to find out more about our floorplan services. |