In need of measurement services? Let Oberste Appraisal Service help.Home remodeling and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Oberste Appraisal Service give you a reliable measurement of property area to determine a fair value when purchasing a home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Oberste Appraisal Service Get a quote onlineWhat are floorplan services?A home 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 layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do floorplan services work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the house and the general layout. 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 documentation, property listings, and more. When do I need a floorplan service?Real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser will determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a home or propertyA measuring service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we recommend requesting a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers since they can see the layout and features of the home before and after a tour. Contact Oberste Appraisal Service to find out more about our floorplan services. |