Needing a property measured? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement or floorplan of your home to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes as a result of incorrect public records, or market to possible clients when selling a property. Order a measurement service from North Face Appraisals Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They might make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total square footage of the home and the general layout. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service required?Disputing real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser will verify the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling a propertyA measuring service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these 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 could potentially reduce the selling price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and details of the house before and after a walkthrough. Contact North Face Appraisals today to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |