In need of measurement services? Let Freese & Company help.Our certified appraisers can give you an accurate floorplan of your home to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes as a result of unreliable estimates, or market to potential buyers when selling real estate. Order a floorplan service from Freese & Company Get a quote onlineWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your requirements, 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 form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area and the overall layout of the home. The result 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 measurement service?Property taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless an appraiser has recently performed an evaluation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting a property on the marketA home measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). Information for agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we recommend requesting a floorplan service for 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 measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can see the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a showing. Contact us to find out more about our floorplan services. |