In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you an accurate calculation of property dimensions to establish a fair value when purchasing a home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Get your measurement service from Marc Anthony Gizzi Appraisal & Consulting Get a quote nowWhat are home measurement services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement service, an appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. 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, home listings, and more. When do I need a floorplan service?Property taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser verifies an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a listingA home measurement service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Information for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, 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 an excellent marketing tool for attracting potential buyers since they can view the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Contact Marc Anthony Gizzi Appraisal & Consulting to find out more about our floorplan services. |