In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let us give you a reliable calculation of property dimensions to determine a fair value when acquiring a home, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Get your measurement service from ProValue Appraisers Get a quote onlineWhat are measurement services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the general layout of the home. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When should I get a measurement service?Property taxesTax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling your homeA home floorplan service will secure a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price for your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we advise requesting a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and details of the property before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our measurement services. |