In need of measurement services? Let KC Valuation Services help.Home remodels and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let our appraisers give you an accurate evaluation of property area to establish a fair value when acquiring a new property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from KC Valuation Services Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do home measurement services work?During a home measurement service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They might draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the overall 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 documents, property listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service needed?Disputing property taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home measurement service 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 what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling a propertyA home floorplan service can secure a fair price for your house. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your thoroughness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tactic to entice potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a tour. Contact KC Valuation Services to learn more about our measurement services. |