In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you a reliable calculation of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Let B. Russell Valuation, LLC be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a 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 a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the general layout of the home. The finished 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 floorplan service?Challenging real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser will verify the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Putting your home on the marketA home measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we suggest asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, 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 great marketing tactic to interest potential buyers since they can review the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |