In need of floorplan services? Let us help.Home remodels and poor estimates on public records will affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Logos Valuations give you a reliable estimation of property area to determine a fair value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes. Get your measurement service from Logos Valuations Get a quote todayWhat are measurement services?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure your home'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 total livable space, 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 measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the house and the general layout. The result 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 floorplan service?Real estate taxesTax records often reflect the wrong square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Putting your property on the marketA home floorplan service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage). Information for real estate agentsTo make sure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we suggest requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your thoroughness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers because they can see the layout and attributes of the home before and after touring. Get in touch to find out more about our measurement services. |