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Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Robert Hanlon give you a reliable estimation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes.

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What are floorplan services?

Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How do floorplan services work?

During a floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area of the house and the overall layout. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more.

When should I get a measurement service?

Property taxes

Tax records frequently 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 a certified appraiser has completed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Putting your home up for sale

A home floorplan service can secure a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price of your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To make certain that your client's home sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we suggest asking for a measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, 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 wonderful marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Contact Robert Hanlon today to find out more about our floorplan services.