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Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Jerry M. Dixon, Appraiser give you an accurate estimation of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a measurement service work?

During a home measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the home and the overall layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more.

When is a home measurement or floorplan service required?

Real estate taxes

Property tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Marketing a home or property

A measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

Material for agents

To ensure that your client's home sells at a price that accurately reflects market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for 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 attract potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our measurement services.