Needing a home measured? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement or floorplan of your property's dimensions to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes as a result of incorrect estimates, or market to potential buyers when selling a property. Order a measurement service from Johns Appraisal Service, LLC Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A home measurement 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 layout based on your requirements. 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 disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement 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 move around the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They might make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total area of the house and the overall layout. The resulting report 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 are measurement services required?Challenging real estate taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies 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 property is worth. Putting your home up for saleA home floorplan service can secure a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we suggest seeking a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, 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 wonderful marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Contact Johns Appraisal Service, LLC to learn more about our floorplan services. |