In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a buyer's interest in it. Let us give you an accurate calculation of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a property, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Get your measurement service from A.R.E.A. Services Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do measurement services work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service required?Disputing real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA home floorplan service will secure a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price of your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate agentsTo make certain that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects market value, we suggest requesting a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool to interest potential buyers because they can see the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |