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In need of floorplan services? Let Ryan Laffey help.

Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let Ryan Laffey give you an accurate calculation of property size to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area and the general layout of the home. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more.

When do I need a measurement service?

Disputing property taxes

Tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will verify the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a property

A measuring service can secure a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage).

Information for agents

To ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we recommend seeking a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the property before and after touring. Get in touch to learn more about our floorplan services.