In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your property to help you determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes due to unreliable public records, or market to possible clients when selling real estate. Order a measurement service from Stillman Appraisals, LLC Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Home 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 floorplan based on your needs. 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 space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home 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 measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house and the overall layout. The finished report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service needed?Disputing property taxesTax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling a propertyA measurement service will secure a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price for your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we advise requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool to entice potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a tour. Get in touch with us to find out more about our measurement services. |