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Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's price — and a buyer's interest in it. Let us give you an accurate calculation of property size to determine a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a home, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What are measurement services?

Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure your 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 sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How do floorplan services work?

During a floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house and the overall layout. The result 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 are floorplan services necessary?

Property taxes

Tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Marketing a listing

A home floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we advise seeking a measurement of the property. Your 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 an excellent marketing tactic to entice potential buyers because they can see the layout and features of the property before and after touring. Contact Prospect Appraisal, LLC today to learn more about our measurement services.