In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Skyward Appraisal, Inc. give you a reliable evaluation of property dimensions to determine a fair, unbiased value when buying a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Skyward Appraisal, Inc. Get a quote todayWhat are floorplan services?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 document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the home and the general 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, property listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service required?Property taxesTax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent evaluation or home measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser will verify an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Putting your home up for saleA measurement service can secure fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price of your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise asking for a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, 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 an excellent marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers since they can see the layout and details of the house before and after a showing. Contact Skyward Appraisal, Inc. today to learn more about our measurement services. |