In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you an accurate calculation of property size to determine a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes. Get your measurement service from Stouffer & Associates Get a quote onlineWhat are floorplan services?Floorplan services are just what they sound like: Based on what you need, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate 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 do home measurement services work?During a home measurement service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area and the overall layout of the house. The completed report 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 do I need a floorplan service?Property taxesProperty tax records frequently reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has executed a recent appraisal or home measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser will verify an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth. Selling your homeA measuring service can ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage). For agentsTo make sure that your client's home sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we suggest seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, 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 tactic for enticing potential buyers since they can view the layout and characteristics of the home before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch to learn more about our measurement services. |