In need of floorplan services? Let Bear Rock Appraisal help.Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let Bear Rock Appraisal give you a reliable measurement of property size to determine a fair, unbiased value when buying a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Order a measurement service from Bear Rock Appraisal Get a quote onlineWhat are measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total area and the overall layout of the house. 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, home listings, and more. When are measurement services needed?Disputing property taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser will verify an 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 measurement service can secure fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price for your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can see the layout and attributes of the house before and after a showing. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services. |