Needing your property measured? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your home's dimensions to help you determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes from incorrect public records, or market to potential clients when selling a property. Order a measurement service from L&L Appraisal LLC Get a quote onlineWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the general layout of the house. 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 home measurement or floorplan service necessary?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser verifies the 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. Selling a home or propertyA home floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — 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 reduce the price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). Information for agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we recommend seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can view the layout and features of the property before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch to learn more about our measurement services. |