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Home remodels and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you a reliable calculation of property area to determine a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What are measurement services?

Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. 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 often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The finished report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more.

When are floorplan services necessary?

Disputing real estate taxes

Tax records often reflect the wrong 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 own! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth.

Selling a home or property

A floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. 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 home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price for your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage).

For agents

To ensure that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we advise seeking a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the house before and after a tour. Contact Bezdek Appraisals today to find out more about our floorplan services.