In need of floorplan services? Let Eastern Valuations, LLC help.Our certified appraisers can give you an accurate measurement of your property to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes due to unreliable estimates, or market to possible clients when selling real estate. Let Eastern Valuations, LLC be your choice for measurement services Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified 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 closets, patios, and pantries. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the home. 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 documentation, property listings, and more. When are floorplan services needed?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser will establish 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 property up for saleA measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your home. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of your home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). For agentsTo make certain that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we suggest seeking a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and attributes of the property before and after touring. Get in touch with us to find out more about our floorplan services. |