In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable measurement of property area to determine a fair value when buying a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Let Image Appraisals be your choice for measurement services Get a quote onlineWhat are home measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure your property's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area and the general layout of the home. The finished report is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When should I get a measurement service?Real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect the wrong 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 actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Marketing a home or propertyA floorplan service can secure fair market value for your property. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price for your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). Information for agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tactic to entice potential buyers since they can view the layout and attributes of the house before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |