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Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your property to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes as a result of unreliable public records, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the house'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 an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a measurement service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of the property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the house and the overall layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more.

When is a home measurement or floorplan service necessary?

Real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser will verify the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Putting a home up for sale

A home measurement service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To make certain that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate 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 a fantastic marketing tool to entice potential buyers since they can review the layout and attributes of the house before and after a walkthrough. Contact Bullard Appraisals, Inc. to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services.