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Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Hammer Appraisals, LLC give you an accurate evaluation of property area to determine a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What are floorplan services?

Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your property's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. 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 house. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more.

When should I get a floorplan service?

Disputing real estate taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently completed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser will establish 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 home on the market

A home measurement service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price of your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

Information for real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we recommend seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, 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 wonderful marketing tool to entice potential buyers because they can see the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our measurement services.