In need of measurement services? Let Jason J. Zilka help.Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement or floorplan of your home to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes from incorrect public records, or market to possible buyers when selling a property. Get your measurement service from Jason J. Zilka Get a quote todayWhat is a measurement or floorplan service?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure your 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 a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, 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 a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the general 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?Real estate taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser will establish the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Putting a home up for saleA measurement service will secure a fair price for your property. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price for your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo ensure that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we suggest seeking a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool to attract potential buyers because they can see the layout and features of the home before and after a showing. Get in touch to find out more about our measurement services. |