In need of measurement services? Let us help.Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement or floorplan of your property's dimensions to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes due to incorrect public records, or market to possible clients when selling a property. Let Appraisal Services Of Hawaii be your choice for measurement services Get a quote todayWhat is a home measurement or floorplan service?Home measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property. How does a home measurement service work?During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area 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 documents, property listings, and more. When is a measurement or floorplan service necessary?Challenging real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect inaccurate square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be paying for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed an evaluation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying. Marketing a home or propertyA measuring service can secure fair market value for your house. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). For agentsTo make certain that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects market value, we recommend seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, 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 fantastic marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and features of the home before and after a walkthrough. Get in touch with us to find out more about our floorplan services. |