In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Williams Appraisal Co. give you a reliable evaluation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Order a measurement service from Williams Appraisal Co. Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes 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 takes measurements of the property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the general layout of the home. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When should I get a measurement service?Challenging real estate taxesTax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling your homeA home measurement service will secure fair market value for your home. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price for your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we recommend seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool to attract potential buyers since they can see the layout and features of the house before and after a showing. Contact Williams Appraisal Co. to find out more about our measurement services. |