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Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let J.A.L. Appraisal give you an accurate measurement of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What are home measurement services?

Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more.

When should I get a floorplan service?

Challenging property taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth.

Selling a property

A home measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might 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 potential buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage).

Material for real estate professionals

To make sure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, 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 fantastic marketing tactic to entice potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the property before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services.