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Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable calculation of property area to establish a fair value when buying a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, with a detailed sketch 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 total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services work?

During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements and sketches the outside dimensions of the house and any other buildings such as garages, sheds, pole barns etc typically using a laser measuring device. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more.

When is a measurement or floorplan service necessary?

Disputing property taxes

Tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth.

Selling / Buying a property

A floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling or purchase price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

Information for agents

To make sure that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we advise asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can see the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Get in touch with us to find out more about our floorplan services.