In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement of your property to establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes from inaccurate public records, or market to possible buyers when selling a property. Order a measurement service from TriCounty Appraisal Get a quote todayWhat are measurement services?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the overall layout. The resulting report 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 should I get a measurement service?Real estate taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you own! Unless an appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser verifies the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling your homeA home 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 examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of the home 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 recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tactic to attract potential buyers because they can see the layout and details of the property before and after a tour. Contact TriCounty Appraisal to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |