In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your home to help you establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes due to incorrect public records, or market to potential buyers when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Audas Appraisals Get a quote todayWhat are floorplan services?A home measurement 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 your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a home measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the general layout of the home. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service needed?Property taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home 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 attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your home up for saleA measuring service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might reflect 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 is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend requesting a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Get in touch to find out more about our floorplan services. |