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Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let Conway & Associates give you a reliable measurement of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when buying a new property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure your house'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 area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential 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 your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area of the house and the general 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, property listings, and more.

When should I get a floorplan service?

Real estate taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth.

Putting a property on the market

A measurement service will secure fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To make sure that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we advise asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for getting potential buyers interested because they can view the layout and features of the house before and after a showing. Contact us today to find out more about our floorplan services.