In need of floorplan services? Let Linda M Oltmanns help.

Home remodeling and inaccurate valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Linda M Oltmanns give you a reliable evaluation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when buying a property, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What are measurement services?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure your house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary 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 measures your property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the home, they mark 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 sketch showing the total square footage and the general layout of the home. The final product 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 should I get a measurement service?

Real estate taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser verifies the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a home or property

A floorplan service can secure a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

Material for real estate professionals

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we suggest seeking a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can view the layout and details of the house before and after touring. Get in touch to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services.