In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you an accurate evaluation of property size to establish a fair, unbiased value when buying a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Elizabeth Guadalupe Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When are floorplan services necessary?Property taxesTax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be paying for more space than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will establish the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling a listingA home floorplan service will secure a fair price for your property. Living space 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 show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we suggest seeking a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested because they can view the layout and details of the home before and after a tour. Contact Elizabeth Guadalupe to learn more about our measurement services. |