In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you an accurate measurement of property size to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Fairway Appraisal Services Get a quote onlineWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. 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 necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The finished 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 are floorplan services required?Disputing real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser will verify an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling a propertyA home floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Information for real estate professionalsTo make sure that your client's property closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we advise seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for 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 wonderful marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and details of the property before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |