In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement or floorplan of your property's dimensions to establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes from incorrect estimates, or market to potential clients when selling a property. Order a floorplan service from Jones Appraisal Service Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a floorplan service work?During a measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area of the house and the overall layout. The finished report 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 are floorplan services needed?Real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling a propertyA floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo make sure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your eye for detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tool to interest potential buyers because they can view the layout and details of the property before and after touring. Contact us today to find out more about our floorplan services. |