In need of floorplan services? Let NANSEMOND APPRAISAL SERVICE, LLC. help.

Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to potential buyers. Let NANSEMOND APPRAISAL SERVICE, LLC. give you a reliable calculation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when buying a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on what you need. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document 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, an appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the home. The result 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 do I need a floorplan service?

Real estate taxes

Tax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before contesting what you're taxed. An appraiser determines an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Marketing a listing

A floorplan service can secure a fair price for your home. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the potential selling price for your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

For agents

To ensure that your client's property sells at a price that properly reflects market value, we advise requesting a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your scrupulousness, 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 tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can view the layout and details of the property before and after a tour. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services.