In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate floorplan of your home's dimensions to help you establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes as a result of unreliable estimates, or market to potential buyers when selling real estate. Order a floorplan service from CSR Appraisals Get a quote todayWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. 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 often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area and the general layout of the home. 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 documentation, property listings, and more. When are measurement services needed?Challenging property taxesTax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser determines the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling your homeA floorplan service can secure fair market value for your home. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price for your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo make certain that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects market value, we advise seeking a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the house before and after a walkthrough. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services. |