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In need of measurement services? Let Susan M. Quinn & Associates help.

Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your home to ascertain a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes as a result of unreliable estimates, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate.

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What are home measurement services?

A floorplan 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 your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are helpful and often essential when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services work?

During a measurement service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and detailed sketch showing the total area of the home and the general 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 documents, property listings, and more.

When is a measurement or floorplan service required?

Challenging real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more space than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent evaluation or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a measurement service before contesting your taxes. An appraiser will determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a listing

A home measurement service will secure a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your property as well as the number of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home or property is to refer to a previous appraisal or home measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To ensure that your client's home closes 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 be grateful for your thoroughness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A measurement can also be a wonderful marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can view the layout and attributes of the property before and after a showing. Contact Susan M. Quinn & Associates to learn more about our home measurement and floorplan services.