In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you an accurate evaluation of property dimensions to establish a fair value when buying a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Alwen Appraisal Get a quote onlineWhat are measurement services?A 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 floorplan based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the general layout of the home. The completed report is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service necessary?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish 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. Marketing a home or propertyA floorplan service can secure fair market value for your property. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo make certain that your client's home sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool for enticing potential buyers since they can review the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Contact Alwen Appraisal to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |