In need of floorplan services? Let Acclaimed Appraisers help.

Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your property to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut property taxes from inaccurate public records, or market to possible clients when selling a property.

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What are home measurement services?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services 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 home, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more 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 floorplan service?

Challenging property taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser verifies the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Putting your property on the market

A home floorplan service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price of your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage).

Material for agents

To ensure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend requesting a measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your thoroughness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool to interest potential buyers since they can view the layout and details of the property before and after touring. Get in touch with us to find out more about our measurement services.