In need of measurement services? Let TSL Appraisals help.Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let TSL Appraisals give you a reliable evaluation of property size to determine a fair value when buying a new property, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from TSL Appraisals Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan 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 what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the overall layout of the house. The completed report 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 do I need a measurement service?Disputing real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your property up for saleA measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated 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 your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool to interest potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the property before and after a showing. Contact TSL Appraisals to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |