In need of measurement services? Let O'Hara Appraisals help.Our certified appraisers can give you an accurate measurement of your property to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes from incorrect public records, or market to potential buyers when selling real estate. Get your measurement service from O'Hara Appraisals Get a quote onlineWhat are home measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your requirements. 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 space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. 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, property listings, and more. When are floorplan services required?Property taxesProperty tax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent appraisal 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 attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser determines an 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 house is worth. Selling a home or propertyA floorplan service will secure a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price of your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate agentsTo make sure that your client's property closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we suggest requesting a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, 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 review the layout and details of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to learn more about our floorplan services. |