In need of measurement services? Let Appraisers of the Keys, Inc. help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your home to help you establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes due to inaccurate public records, or market to potential clients when selling real estate. Order a floorplan service from Appraisers of the Keys, Inc. Get a quote todayWhat are measurement services?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. 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 often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How do home measurement services work?During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area and the overall layout of the home. The completed report 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 are measurement services required?Disputing property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling your homeA measurement 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 these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price of your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, 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 an excellent marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the home before and after a tour. Get in touch with us to find out more about our measurement services. |