In need of measurement services? Let Robert Mims help.Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable measurement of property area to determine a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a property, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Let Robert Mims be your choice for home measurement or floorplan services Get a quote onlineWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area 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 measurement or floorplan service necessary?Real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you have! Unless an appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser will determine an 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. Selling your homeA measuring service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing may show 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 definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's property closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we recommend seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, 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 for getting potential buyers interested since they can view the layout and characteristics of the house before and after touring. Contact Robert Mims today to learn more about our measurement services. |