In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Brad Kroll & Associates give you a reliable evaluation of property area to determine a fair value when buying a new property, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Brad Kroll & Associates Get a quote todayWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do measurement services work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area and the general layout of the house. The finished report 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 should I get a floorplan service?Challenging property taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser verifies 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 your homeA home floorplan service will secure a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of the property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). Material for real estate agentsTo ensure that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your thoroughness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool to entice potential buyers since they can view the layout and features of the house before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services. |