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Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement or floorplan of your property to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes as a result of unreliable estimates, or market to possible clients when selling real estate.

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What are home measurement services?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. 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 space, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement service work?

During a measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the overall layout of the home. The result 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 floorplan service?

Property taxes

Tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you own! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will verify the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth.

Putting a home up for sale

A floorplan service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price for your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects market value, we suggest requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the home before and after a tour. Contact us to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services.