In need of floorplan services? Let Legler, Scott and Associates Appraisal help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement or floorplan of your property's dimensions to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes from inaccurate public records, or market to potential buyers when selling a property. Get your measurement service from Legler, Scott and Associates Appraisal Get a quote todayWhat are floorplan services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property 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 might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area of the house and the overall layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Challenging real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser assesses the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling a listingA floorplan service can secure fair market value for your property. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool for attracting potential buyers since they can see the layout and details of the house before and after a showing. Contact us today to find out more about our floorplan services. |