In need of measurement services? Let Paradise Appraisals help.Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you an accurate evaluation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Let Paradise Appraisals be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat 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 floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a floorplan service work?During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area of the home and the overall layout. 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 necessary?Real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before contesting 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. Putting a property on the marketA home measurement service can secure fair market value for your property. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers since they can review the layout and details of the home before and after a tour. Get in touch to learn more about our floorplan services. |