In need of floorplan services? Let Carol Lea help.

Our certified appraisers will provide you with an accurate measurement or floorplan of your home to assist in determining a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes as a result of unreliable public records, or market to possible buyers when selling a property.

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What are floorplan services?

Floorplan services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a floorplan service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — either 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 might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the home and the overall layout. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more.

When are floorplan services required?

Real estate taxes

Tax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any updating 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 will establish an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a home or property

A measurement service will secure a fair price for your house. Area is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price for your property, but possibly even the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To make sure that your client's home sells at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, 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 an excellent marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the house before and after a showing. Get in touch to find out more about our floorplan services.