Needing your home measured? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your home to help you establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes as a result of unreliable public records, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate. Order a measurement service from Sanderson Appraisals Get a quote onlineWhat are home measurement services?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 layout based on your requirements. 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 useful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a floorplan service, a certified 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 property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the general layout of the house. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service needed?Real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser determines 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 floorplan service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your property 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 home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we suggest seeking a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your eye for detail, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Contact us to learn more about our measurement services. |