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Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let our appraisers give you an accurate measurement of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when buying a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

Measurement 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 floorplan based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total area of the home and the general layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more.

When is a home measurement or floorplan service necessary?

Challenging real estate taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Putting your home up for sale

A home measurement service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage).

Material for agents

To ensure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Contact Pahlen Realty, Inc. today to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services.