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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement service work?

During a measurement service, an appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. The final product 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 is a home measurement or floorplan service needed?

Real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth.

Putting your home on the market

A floorplan service can secure fair market value for your home. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage).

For agents

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest requesting a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool for enticing potential buyers since they can see the layout and characteristics of the property before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch with us to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services.