Needing your property measured? Let a la mode help.

Home remodels and poor estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a buyer's interest in it. Let a la mode give you an accurate evaluation of property size to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your requirements, an appraiser will measure the house's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed layout. 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 useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services work?

During a measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the house, they notate the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They may draw a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser writes up a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the overall layout of the house. The finished report 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 measurement service?

Challenging real estate taxes

Property tax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you own! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent valuation or home measurement service on your property (after any updating that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute what you're taxed. An appraiser assesses the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a property

A home measurement service will secure a fair price for your property. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price for your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a definitive GLA when listing your home or property is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service carried out by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To make sure that your client's home closes at a price that accurately reflects market value, we recommend asking for a measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate 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 great marketing tool for enticing potential buyers because they can view the layout and attributes of the property before and after a tour. Contact a la mode to find out more about our floorplan services.