In need of measurement services? Let The Working Appraisal Co. help.Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you an accurate estimation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Order a floorplan service from The Working Appraisal Co. Get a quote todayWhat are home measurement services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. 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 area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How do measurement services work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the house and the overall layout. The completed report is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Challenging property taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent valuation or home measurement service 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 determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your property up for saleA floorplan service will secure a fair price for your house. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise requesting a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tool to entice potential buyers since they can review the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Contact us to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |