In need of floorplan services? Let Fernandes Appraisal, LLC help.Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let our appraisers give you a reliable calculation of property dimensions to determine a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a new property, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Get your measurement service from Fernandes Appraisal, LLC Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary 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 the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area and the general layout of the home. The result 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 measurement or floorplan service needed?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless an appraiser has recently performed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will establish the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we advise seeking a home 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 truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to find out more about our floorplan services. |