Needing your property measured? Let Lemmon Appraisal Services help.Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you a reliable calculation of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Lemmon Appraisal Services Get a quote onlineWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?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 floorplan based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an 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 does a floorplan service work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area of the house and the overall layout. 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, home listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Disputing real estate taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any updating 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 assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your property on the marketA home floorplan service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we advise asking for a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tactic to attract potential buyers since they can view the layout and features of the house before and after a walkthrough. Contact us today to learn more about our measurement services. |