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Home remodels and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable measurement of property size to establish a fair value when acquiring a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What is a 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 your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How do floorplan services work?

During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area and the overall layout of the house. The finished 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 floorplan services required?

Disputing property taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. 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 overpaying.

Selling a property

A home measurement service can secure a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we suggest requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tool for attracting potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Contact Merit Appraisal Group today to find out more about our floorplan services.