Needing a property measured? Let Dodson Appraisal, LLC. help.

Home remodels and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Dodson Appraisal, LLC. give you a reliable evaluation of property area to determine a fair value when purchasing a new home, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What are measurement services?

Home measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a 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 precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, 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 measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total area of the home and the overall layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more.

When are floorplan services necessary?

Disputing real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before disputing your taxes. An appraiser will determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Putting your property up for sale

A measuring service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — 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 price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service carried out by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To ensure that your client's property sells at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we recommend asking for a floorplan service for the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, 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 wonderful marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can review the layout and features of the property before and after a tour. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services.