In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodeling 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 estimation of property size to determine a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Let Genesis Appraisal Group be your choice for home measurement or floorplan services Get a quote nowWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and area, 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 service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area and the general layout of the house. The final product 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 measurement services needed?Disputing real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless an 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 an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting a home on the marketA floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tactic to entice potential buyers since they can view the layout and details of the property before and after a tour. Contact Genesis Appraisal Group today to find out more about our floorplan services. |