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Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Ostendorf Appraisal Services, Inc. give you a reliable evaluation of property size to establish a fair value when purchasing a property, selling to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on what you need. 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 helpful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a floorplan service work?

During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more.

When do I need a measurement service?

Real estate taxes

Tax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed an evaluation on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish 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 property is worth.

Selling a property

A floorplan service can secure fair market value for your home. Living space is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we suggest requesting a measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a great marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers because they can see the layout and details of the property before and after a tour. Contact us today to find out more about our floorplan services.