In need of measurement services? Let Purdy Appraisal help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate floorplan of your property's dimensions to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes from unreliable public records, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Purdy Appraisal Get a quote todayWhat are measurement services?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. 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 helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do measurement services work?During a floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the home and the overall 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 documentation, home listings, and more. When do I need a floorplan service?Challenging property taxesTax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Living space is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price of your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo make certain that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we recommend requesting a measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tool for enticing potential buyers since they can see the layout and attributes of the property before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch to find out more about our measurement services. |