Needing your property measured? Let Mohave Appraisal Company help.Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and a buyer's interest in it. Let us give you a reliable evaluation of property size to determine a fair value when purchasing a property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Mohave Appraisal Company Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area and the general layout of the house. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When are measurement services needed?Property taxesTax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA measuring service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling 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 previous appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). Material for agentsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise requesting a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can see the layout and characteristics of the house before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services. |