Needing a home measured? Let Michelle Teel help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your property to establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes from inaccurate estimates, or market to possible buyers when selling a property. Let Michelle Teel be your choice for home measurement or floorplan services Get a quote nowWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house 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?Challenging property taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser verifies the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your property up for saleA floorplan service will secure fair market value for your home. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of your home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate agentsTo make certain that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for 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 tool for enticing potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the home before and after a tour. Contact Michelle Teel today to find out more about our measurement services. |