In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you a reliable estimation of property area to determine a fair value when acquiring a property, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Let JB Appraisal Service LLC be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when challenging 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 your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the house. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When should I get a floorplan service?Property taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent evaluation or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser determines the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling a propertyA floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price for your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For agentsTo make certain that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we suggest requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can view the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Contact JB Appraisal Service LLC to find out more about our floorplan services. |