In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you a reliable calculation of property dimensions to establish a fair value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Get your measurement service from Kelly Bridges Get a quote onlineWhat 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 the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total 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 measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total square footage of the house and the general layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When are measurement services needed?Disputing real estate taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently performed 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 determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling your homeA home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we recommend requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool to attract potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the house before and after a tour. Get in touch with us to find out more about our floorplan services. |