In need of measurement services? Let us help.Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let D&A Consulting LLC give you an accurate evaluation of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when buying a property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Order a measurement service from D&A Consulting LLC Get a quote nowWhat are floorplan services?A floorplan service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, 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 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 or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the home and the general layout. The finished report is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Challenging real estate taxesTax records frequently reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth. Selling your homeA floorplan service can secure a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate agentsTo make sure that your client's property closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we advise asking for a floorplan service for the property. 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 a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tool to entice potential buyers because they can see the layout and attributes of the home before and after a tour. Contact us to find out more about our measurement services. |