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Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your home to help you establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes as a result of unreliable public records, or market to potential clients when selling a property.

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What are home measurement services?

A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the general layout. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more.

When is a home measurement or floorplan service required?

Property taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies the 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 house is worth.

Selling a home or property

A home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your listing might 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 reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage).

Information for agents

To make sure that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we recommend seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tool for enticing potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the property before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services.