Needing a property measured? Let Abbot Appraisal Services help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement or floorplan of your home's dimensions to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes as a result of incorrect public records, or market to potential buyers when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Abbot Appraisal Services Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form 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 takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The completed report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more. When are floorplan services required?Property taxesTax records frequently reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser verifies an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your property up for saleA measurement service will secure fair market value for your home. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). Information for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tool for attracting potential buyers because they can see the layout and characteristics of the property before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |