In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Valuation Professionals PLC give you an accurate evaluation of property size to establish a fair value when acquiring a new property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Get your measurement service from Valuation Professionals PLC Get a quote todayWhat are floorplan services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the home and the general layout. 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 documentation, property listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service required?Challenging property taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. 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 overpaying. Selling your homeA measuring service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Area 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 might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate professionalsTo make sure that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can view the layout and details of the home before and after a tour. Contact Valuation Professionals PLC today to learn more about our floorplan services. |