In need of floorplan services? Let RG Valuations LLC help.Our certified appraiser will give you 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 due to inaccurate public records, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate. Order a floorplan service from RG Valuations LLC Get a quote onlineWhat are home measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area of the house and the general layout. 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 are measurement services necessary?Challenging real estate taxesProperty tax records often 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 have! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent evaluation or home measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser will establish an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA home measurement service can secure fair market value for your property. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo ensure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects market value, we advise asking for a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can review the layout and attributes of the house before and after touring. Contact RG Valuations LLC to find out more about our floorplan services. |