In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you an accurate measurement of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Let Paul Beasley be your choice for measurement services Get a quote todayWhat are home measurement services?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area and the general layout of the home. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more. When should I get a measurement service?Property taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before contesting your taxes. 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. Putting your property up for saleA measurement service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's property closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we recommend requesting a measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers because they can see the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a tour. Contact us today to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |