In need of measurement services? Let Asset Real Estate Services help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate floorplan of your property to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes from inaccurate estimates, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate. Order a measurement service from Asset Real Estate Services Get a quote onlineWhat are floorplan services?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure your property's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area of the home 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 should I get a floorplan service?Challenging property taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will verify the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Putting a property on the marketA home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may reflect 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 interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we recommend seeking 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 floorplan can also be a great marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and details of the house before and after a showing. Get in touch with us to learn more about our measurement services. |