In need of measurement services? Let Olsen General Appraisal LLC help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your property's dimensions to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes as a result of inaccurate estimates, or market to potential buyers when selling a property. Get your measurement service from Olsen General Appraisal LLC Get a quote onlineWhat are measurement services?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do floorplan services work?During a measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total area and the general layout of the home. 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 documents, property listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service needed?Real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent evaluation or home 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 challenging your taxes. An appraiser will establish the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a home or propertyA measuring service can secure fair market value for your house. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo make certain that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we suggest seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate 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 measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can view the layout and features of the home before and after a tour. Get in touch with us to learn more about our measurement services. |