In need of measurement services? Let Hamilton Appraisals help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your property's dimensions to help you establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes as a result of incorrect public records, or market to potential clients when selling a property. Let Hamilton Appraisals be your choice for home measurement or floorplan services Get a quote todayWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure the property's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service required?Disputing property taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish 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 home floorplan service can secure fair market value for your home. 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 accurately measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price for your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by an 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 correctly reflects market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers since they can view the layout and details of the house before and after a tour. Get in touch with us to learn more about our measurement services. |