In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your property's dimensions to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes due to unreliable estimates, or market to potential buyers when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Curtis W. Sampson Get a quote todayWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do home measurement services work?During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home 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 might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the home and the general layout. The final product 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 should I get a measurement service?Real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling a home or propertyA home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of the home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we suggest seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested because they can see the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Get in touch to find out more about our floorplan services. |