Needing a property measured? Let Linda Mehaffie Appraisals help.

Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your home's dimensions to establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes as a result of unreliable public records, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate.

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What are floorplan services?

Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services work?

During a floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total area and the general layout of the home. The finished product 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 are floorplan services needed?

Disputing real estate taxes

Property tax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth.

Marketing a listing

A measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects market value, we recommend asking for a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can view the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Contact Linda Mehaffie Appraisals to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services.