In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let Breer Appraisals give you an accurate estimation of property size to determine a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Order a measurement service from Breer Appraisals Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house 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 are floorplan services needed?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Marketing a home or propertyA floorplan service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price of your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Information for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property closes at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we recommend seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the property before and after touring. Get in touch with us to find out more about our floorplan services. |