In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can give you an accurate floorplan of your home to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes as a result of unreliable estimates, or market to potential clients when selling real estate. Order a floorplan service from Vanston Real Estate, LLC Get a quote nowWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How do floorplan services work?During a floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living 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 documentation, home listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service required?Challenging property taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will establish 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. Putting a property on the marketA floorplan service can secure a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price for your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). Information for agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate 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 great marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers since they can view the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services. |