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Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate floorplan of your home to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes as a result of incorrect public records, or market to possible buyers when selling a property.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds 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 form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area of the home and the overall 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, home listings, and more.

When are measurement services needed?

Real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage 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 completed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a listing

A home measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your 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 number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home sells at a price that accurately reflects market value, we recommend requesting a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tactic to attract potential buyers because they can see the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services.