In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your property 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 possible buyers when selling a property. Let O.T. Clagett Realty, Inc. be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat are home measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage 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 a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all 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 home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area and the general layout of the home. 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, property listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Challenging real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser will verify an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling your homeA floorplan service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing might reflect 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 home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and 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 wonderful marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested because they can view the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a walkthrough. Contact O.T. Clagett Realty, Inc. today to find out more about our measurement services. |