Needing a home measured? Let Peterson Appraisals help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate floorplan of your property's dimensions to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes from incorrect public records, or market to possible clients when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Peterson Appraisals Get a quote todayWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the home. The result 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 are floorplan services necessary?Real estate taxesTax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish 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. Marketing a home or propertyA home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of the property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects market value, we recommend seeking a home measurement of the property. Your 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 an excellent marketing tool to attract potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the home before and after a tour. Contact us today to find out more about our measurement services. |