In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you an accurate measurement of property size to determine a fair value when acquiring a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Order a measurement service from Atlantic Appraisal Group, LLC Get a quote todayWhat are measurement services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How do measurement services work?During a floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the general layout of the home. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service required?Property taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting a property on the marketA home measurement service can secure a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of the property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo make sure that your client's property closes at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we suggest requesting a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool to attract potential buyers since they can review the layout and characteristics of the property before and after touring. Contact Atlantic Appraisal Group, LLC today to find out more about our floorplan services. |