In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you an accurate measurement of property size to establish a fair value when purchasing a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Let Scott M. Matt, L.L.C. be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes 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, an appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area and the general 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 documents, home listings, and more. When are floorplan services necessary?Disputing property taxesTax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser will determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling a propertyA floorplan service can secure fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool for attracting potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the home before and after a tour. Get in touch to learn more about our floorplan services. |