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Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Carolyn Davis give you a reliable evaluation of property size to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

Measurement services are just what they sound 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 an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a measurement service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and pantries. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the overall layout. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more.

When is a measurement or floorplan service required?

Real estate taxes

Tax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth.

Selling your home

A home floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Living space is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To make certain that your client's property closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, 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 wonderful marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and characteristics of the property before and after touring. Contact Carolyn Davis today to find out more about our measurement services.