In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let us give you an accurate evaluation of property size to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a new home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Let Birch Tree Appraisals be your choice for measurement services Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total 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 measurement service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and pantries. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the overall layout. 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 documents, property listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Challenging property taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser assesses the 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. Marketing a home or propertyA measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tool to entice potential buyers because they can see the layout and features of the house before and after a tour. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services. |