In need of measurement services? Let Bodine Appraisal Services help.Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Bodine Appraisal Services give you an accurate estimation of property dimensions to establish a fair value when acquiring a home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes. Order a measurement service from Bodine Appraisal Services Get a quote nowWhat are measurement services?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, 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 total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total living area of the home and the general layout. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more. When do I need a measurement service?Property taxesTax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before disputing 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 overpaying. Putting a property up for saleA home measurement service can secure fair market value for your property. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo make sure that your client's home closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise seeking a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tool for attracting potential buyers since they can review the layout and characteristics of the house before and after touring. Get in touch to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services. |