Needing a property measured? Let Oxford Home Valuations help.Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you an accurate calculation of property size to determine a fair value when acquiring a home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Order a floorplan service from Oxford Home Valuations Get a quote nowWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?A floorplan service is just what it sounds 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 accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, 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 or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They may sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the house. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When are floorplan services necessary?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has performed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser will establish the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a propertyA measurement service can secure fair market value for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your home listing may reflect 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 interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend seeking a measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a wonderful marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can see the layout and attributes of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our measurement services. |