In need of measurement services? Let Alexandria Bedford help.Home remodels 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 a reliable estimation of property dimensions to establish a fair value when buying a property, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Alexandria Bedford Get a quote nowWhat are home measurement services?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate 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 floorplan service work?During a floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They might make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Challenging real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home 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 your taxes. An appraiser will verify the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your home up for saleA floorplan service will secure a fair price for your house. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate agentsTo make certain that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we suggest seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool for attracting potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a tour. Get in touch to learn more about our measurement services. |