Need your home measured or a floorplan for your property? Let us help.Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's value — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Viking Appraisals give you a reliable measurement of property area to establish a fair value when acquiring a new property, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes. Order a measurement service from Viking Appraisals Get a quote todayWhat are measurement services?A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and square footage of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property. How do home measurement services work?During a home measurement service, a certified appraiser measures your property with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the overall layout of the home. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, property listings, and more. When should I get a measurement service?Disputing real estate taxesProperty tax records often reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and occasionally go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before challenging your taxes. 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. Selling your homeA measurement service will secure fair market value for your house. Living space is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price for your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a previous appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage). Material for real estate professionalsTo make certain that your client's property closes at a price that accurately reflects true market value, we advise requesting a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate 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 an excellent marketing tactic for attracting potential buyers since they can see the layout and characteristics of the house before and after a tour. Get in touch with us to find out more about our measurement services. |