Need your home measured or a floorplan for your property? Let Laprise Appraisal, LLC help.

Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a buyer's interest in it. Let Laprise Appraisal, LLC give you an accurate estimation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when buying a home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and area, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. 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 useful and sometimes necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage of the house and the overall layout. The resulting report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more.

When do I need a measurement service?

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 have! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent appraisal or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser will establish an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling your home

A home measurement service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your home. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since these values are often approximated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the selling price of the property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To ensure that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your scrupulousness, 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 tactic to attract potential buyers because they can review the layout and details of the property before and after a walkthrough. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services.