In need of floorplan services? Let Saknit & Associates help.Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your home's dimensions to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes due to inaccurate estimates, or market to potential clients when selling a property. Let Saknit & Associates be your choice for home measurement or floorplan services Get a quote onlineWhat are home measurement services?Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure the 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 an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How does a measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area and the general 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 documentation, property listings, and more. When is a home measurement or floorplan service needed?Disputing property taxesTax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before disputing what you're taxed. An appraiser will determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Selling a home or propertyA measuring service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your property. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — 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 could potentially reduce the price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a previous appraisal or measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo make sure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise seeking a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, 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 a great marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and details of the house before and after a walkthrough. Contact Saknit & Associates to find out more about our measurement services. |