In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable measurement of property area to determine a fair value when purchasing a new property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Wystle Appraisals, LLC Get a quote todayWhat are floorplan services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, 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 service, an appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they note 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 detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the overall layout of the house. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When are floorplan services needed?Real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser verifies an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting a home up for saleA measurement service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price for your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo make sure that your client's home sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we recommend asking for a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your thoroughness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the property before and after a walkthrough. Contact Wystle Appraisals, LLC today to find out more about our measurement services. |