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Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let National Property Appraisal Group give you a reliable calculation of property area to determine a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What are home measurement services?

A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a legal form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services work?

During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They might sketch out 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 result is a legal 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 are floorplan services needed?

Challenging property taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Putting a property up for sale

A floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only guaranteed method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To make sure that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, 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 tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can see the layout and characteristics of the property before and after touring. Contact National Property Appraisal Group to find out more about our measurement services.