In need of floorplan services? Let Shattuck Appraisal help.

Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you an accurate measurement of property dimensions to determine a fair, unbiased value when buying a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes.

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What are home measurement services?

Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure the home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house and the general layout. The resulting report 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 is a measurement or floorplan service necessary?

Real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser verifies the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a home or property

A home floorplan service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Living space is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since these values are often 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 decrease the price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

For agents

To ensure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we advise asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tactic to entice potential buyers since they can see the layout and characteristics of the property before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch with us to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services.