In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your property to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes due to inaccurate estimates, or market to potential clients when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Pugh Appraisal Services LLC Get a quote nowWhat are home measurement services?Home measurement 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 floorplan based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the house and the overall layout. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When do I need a floorplan service?Property taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. 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 paying more than your house is worth. Putting your property up for saleA home floorplan service can 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 house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo make certain that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we advise requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool for attracting potential buyers since they can see the layout and features of the property before and after a showing. Contact Pugh Appraisal Services LLC to find out more about our floorplan services. |