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Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let us give you a reliable measurement of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a property, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

Floorplan services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, 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 document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the home and the general layout. 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, home listings, and more.

When are floorplan services necessary?

Disputing real estate taxes

Property tax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser will establish the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth.

Marketing a home or property

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

Information for real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, 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 fantastic marketing tool to entice potential buyers since they can view the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services.