In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your home's dimensions to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes from incorrect estimates, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate. Let Ryder Appraisals be your choice for home measurement or floorplan services Get a quote nowWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan 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 needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful 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 property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes 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 documents, property listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service required?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser determines the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling a propertyA measuring service will secure fair market value for your home. Living space is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price for your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's home sells at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can view the layout and details of the home before and after a walkthrough. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services. |