Need your home measured or a floorplan for your property? Let Appraisal Network of Texas help.Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Appraisal Network of Texas give you a reliable measurement of property area to determine a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Appraisal Network of Texas Get a quote todayWhat are home measurement services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout 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 area, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total area of the house and the general layout. The completed report 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 taxesTax records frequently reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! 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 an appraiser to perform a measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser verifies an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting a home on the marketA home measurement service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Living space is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price of your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's property closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate 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 tactic to entice potential buyers since they can review the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Contact Appraisal Network of Texas today to find out more about our measurement services. |