In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can give you an accurate measurement of your property's dimensions to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes as a result of inaccurate public records, or market to potential buyers when selling a property. Let Parks Appraisal Service be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure the property'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 the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total 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 or floorplan service work?During a measurement service, an appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed sketch 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 specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When are measurement services needed?Challenging real estate taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several 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 appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before challenging your taxes. 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 house is worth. Marketing a listingA home measurement service can secure a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your eye for detail, 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 wonderful marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can review the layout and details of the house before and after a tour. Contact us to learn more about our floorplan services. |