Needing a property measured? Let us help.Home remodels and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let our appraisers give you an accurate evaluation of property size to establish a fair value when acquiring a new home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Order a measurement service from Bronson Appraisals Get a quote nowWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the house. The finished product 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 is a home measurement or floorplan service required?Disputing real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser will establish an 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 your property up for saleA home measurement service will secure fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers since they can review the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to find out more about our measurement services. |