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Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let TAG Appraisals give you an accurate evaluation of property size to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure your house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total 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 or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage 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 home measurement or floorplan service required?

Challenging real estate taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser determines 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 property is worth.

Putting your home on the market

A measuring service can secure fair market value for your property. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To make certain that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we advise requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tool for enticing potential buyers since they can view the layout and attributes of the property before and after a tour. Get in touch to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services.