In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can give you an accurate floorplan of your property's dimensions to establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes from inaccurate public records, or market to possible clients when selling real estate. Order a measurement service from Currie Appraisal Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. 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 helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How do home measurement services work?During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the house. The completed report 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 is a home measurement or floorplan service required?Challenging property taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before contesting 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 overpaying. Selling a propertyA home floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that accurately reflects market value, we suggest asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested since they can review the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to find out more about our measurement services. |