In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your property to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes from inaccurate estimates, or market to possible clients when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from Parallelle Appraisal Get a quote onlineWhat are floorplan services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage 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 home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They might draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch 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 documentation, home listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service necessary?Challenging property taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser determines the 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. Marketing a home or propertyA floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we recommend asking for a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your eye for detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tactic to interest potential buyers because they can review the layout and details of the property before and after touring. Contact Parallelle Appraisal today to find out more about our floorplan services. |