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In need of floorplan services? Let TriOak Appraisals, LLC. help.

Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let us give you an accurate estimation of property size to determine a fair value when purchasing a new property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes.

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What are floorplan services?

Home measurement 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 layout. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a measurement service, a certified appraiser measures the property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area of the house and the overall layout. 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 do I need a measurement service?

Challenging property taxes

Tax records frequently reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has executed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser determines 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.

Putting a home on the market

A floorplan service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price of your home, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage).

Material for real estate agents

To ensure that your client's home sells at a price that properly reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your attention to detail, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a great marketing tactic to attract potential buyers since they can view the layout and attributes of the home before and after touring. Contact TriOak Appraisals, LLC. to learn more about our measurement services.