In need of floorplan services? Let Peter Emeagwali help.Our certified appraisers can give you an accurate measurement or floorplan of your property to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes from incorrect public records, or market to possible buyers when selling a property. Let Peter Emeagwali be your choice for measurement services Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of the 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 an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the house. The finished report 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 do I need a measurement service?Challenging property taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate 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 have! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent evaluation or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one 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 reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling a listingA measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make sure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we advise asking for a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, 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 wonderful marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers because they can view the layout and characteristics of the property before and after a showing. Contact Peter Emeagwali to find out more about our floorplan services. |