In need of measurement services? Let Hyatt Appraisal Company help.Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you an accurate measurement of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a home, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Hyatt Appraisal Company Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. 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 sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. 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 documentation, home listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Challenging property taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser assesses the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA measuring service can secure fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we advise requesting a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested since they can review the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services. |