In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let our appraisers give you a reliable measurement of property size to determine a fair, unbiased value when buying a home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Heartland Real Estate Appraisal Services Get a quote todayWhat are floorplan services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area 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 the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area and the general layout of the house. The finished product 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 are measurement services needed?Challenging property taxesTax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will verify 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 will secure a fair price for your house. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tactic to entice potential buyers because they can review the layout and attributes of the home before and after a tour. Contact Heartland Real Estate Appraisal Services today to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |