Needing a property measured? Let Donovon Appraisal help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your property's dimensions to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes from unreliable estimates, or market to potential clients when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Donovon Appraisal 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 your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. 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 sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The finished report 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 taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has executed 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 measurement service before disputing 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 overpaying. Selling a propertyA floorplan service can secure a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo make certain that your client's property sells at a price that accurately reflects market value, we suggest seeking a measurement of the property. Clients, and 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 measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch to find out more about our floorplan services. |