In need of floorplan services? Let Tom Peterson help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your home to help you determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes as a result of inaccurate estimates, or market to possible clients when selling a property. Let Tom Peterson be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the 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 or floorplan service work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total 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 documents, property listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service necessary?Property taxesTax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one 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 the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA home floorplan service will secure fair market value for your home. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool to interest potential buyers because they can view the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Contact us today to find out more about our floorplan services. |