In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Kerry Co give you an accurate measurement of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Kerry Co Get a quote todayWhat are home measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage of the home and the overall layout. 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 documents, home listings, and more. When do I need a floorplan service?Disputing real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless an appraiser has recently executed an evaluation 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 what you're taxed. An appraiser will determine 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 a home on the marketA home measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we advise asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tactic to entice potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a walkthrough. Contact Kerry Co to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |