In need of floorplan services? Let Mahaffey Agency help.Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you an accurate measurement of property size to determine a fair value when purchasing a new property, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Order a measurement service from Mahaffey Agency Get a quote todayWhat are home measurement services?A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a 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 the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area and the overall layout of the house. The result 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 do I need a floorplan service?Property taxesProperty tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent evaluation or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your home up for saleA measuring service will secure fair market value for your property. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price of your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects market value, we suggest asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and details of the house before and after a showing. Contact Mahaffey Agency today to find out more about our floorplan services. |