In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor estimates on public records will affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable estimation of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Order a measurement service from High Country Appraisals, Inc. Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They might draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The resulting report 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?Property taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser verifies the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling your homeA home measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price of 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 performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool to entice potential buyers since they can see the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services. |