In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you a reliable calculation of property size to determine a fair value when acquiring a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Suncoast Property Appraisers, Inc. Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan 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 sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do floorplan services work?During a home measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the house. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When should I get a floorplan service?Real estate taxesTax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Putting a home up for saleA home floorplan service can secure a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price for your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest asking for a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tactic to entice potential buyers since they can review the layout and attributes of the property before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our measurement services. |