In need of floorplan services? Let Collin Gray Appraisal Co. help.Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Collin Gray Appraisal Co. give you an accurate evaluation of property dimensions to establish a fair value when buying a home, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Let Collin Gray Appraisal Co. be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and pantries. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area of the house and the general layout. The final product 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 is a home measurement or floorplan service required?Real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you have! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA home measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we advise asking for a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services. |