In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your property to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes as a result of unreliable estimates, or market to potential clients when selling real estate. Order a measurement service from Enslen Appraisal Services Get a quote onlineWhat are measurement services?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do measurement services work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area of the home and the general 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 documentation, home listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Disputing property taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser will verify an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA home 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 square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of the property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that accurately reflects market value, we advise asking for a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool to interest potential buyers since they can view the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Get in touch to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |