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Home remodeling and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let Delaware Appraisal Group give you an accurate calculation of property dimensions to determine 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?

Home measurement services are just what they sound like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a 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 an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures the home or property with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They may make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area and the overall layout of the house. 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 documents, property listings, and more.

When are measurement services required?

Property taxes

Property tax records frequently reflect incorrect 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 own! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before challenging your taxes. An appraiser will determine an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect the actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your house is worth.

Selling a home or property

A home measurement service will ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the biggest factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price for your property, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To make sure that your client's home closes at a price that properly reflects true market value, we advise seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, and you can be confident in knowing the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be a fantastic marketing tool for getting potential buyers interested because they can review the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Get in touch with us to find out more about our measurement services.