In need of measurement services? Let Shelby Evans help.Home remodels and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Shelby Evans give you an accurate measurement of property size to establish a fair value when purchasing a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Order a measurement service from Shelby Evans Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. 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 useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total area of the house and the overall layout. 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 documentation, property listings, and more. When are floorplan services necessary?Real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a listingA home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we advise requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested because they can view the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to find out more about our floorplan services. |