Need your home measured or a floorplan for your property? Let Rosela Appraisal Group help.

Our certified appraisers can give you an accurate measurement of your home to establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, lower property taxes from inaccurate estimates, or market to possible clients when selling a property.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

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

How do home measurement services work?

During a floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed sketch showing the total square footage and the general layout of the home. The finished product is a document that can be used to prove certain specs of your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more.

When do I need a floorplan service?

Real estate taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be taxed for more square footage than you have! Unless an appraiser has recently completed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge your taxes. An appraiser assesses the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a property

A measurement service can secure a fair price for your property. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of your home as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage).

Information for real estate professionals

To make sure that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise asking for a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will appreciate your eye for detail, and you can rest assured knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A floorplan can also be an excellent marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested since they can view the layout and features of the house before and after a showing. Contact Rosela Appraisal Group today to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services.