In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you an accurate calculation of property area to establish a fair value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Let Childers Appraisals, LLC be your choice for home measurement or floorplan services Get a quote onlineWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do home measurement services work?During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the general layout of the house. The finished report is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When are measurement services necessary?Challenging real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. 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 home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the 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 home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects market value, we advise requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, 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 fantastic marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |