Needing a property measured? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let our appraisers give you an accurate calculation of property size to determine a fair value when acquiring a property, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Wilkening Appraisal Service, LLC Get a quote onlineWhat are home measurement services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. 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 space, 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 home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area and the overall layout of the home. 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, home listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service needed?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser will determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a listingA home measurement service can secure fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we suggest asking for a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tool for attracting potential buyers since they can review the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services. |