In need of floorplan services? Let VP Appraisal Services, Inc. help.Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records will affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you a reliable evaluation of property size to determine a fair value when purchasing a home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from VP Appraisal Services, Inc. Get a quote onlineWhat are home measurement services?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do measurement services work?During a measurement service, an appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the home. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more. When are measurement services necessary?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA floorplan service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers since they can view the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Get in touch to learn more about our floorplan services. |