In need of floorplan services? Let Alan Myrick help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate floorplan of your property to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes due to incorrect estimates, or market to potential clients when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Alan Myrick Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area of the house and the overall 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 do I need a measurement service?Disputing real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before contesting 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 house is worth. Selling a propertyA home measurement service can secure a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home 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 sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, 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 fantastic marketing tool for attracting potential buyers since they can view the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a walkthrough. Contact us today to find out more about our measurement services. |