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Home remodeling and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a buyer's interest in it. Let Bridgeport Appraisal, LLC give you a reliable evaluation of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or minimizing your property taxes.

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What are measurement services?

A measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of your property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your requirements. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove the precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable space, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes essential when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the property, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and fireplaces. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total living area of the house and the overall layout. The final product is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more.

When is a home measurement or floorplan service necessary?

Real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and occasionally go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has performed a recent valuation or measurement service on your property (after any updating that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser assesses 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 measuring service will ensure that you're paid fair market value for your house. Area is one of the most important elements potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are often approximated rather than properly measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the price of your home as well as the number of interested buyers. The only dependable method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or home measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any remodeling that may have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we suggest seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate 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 getting potential buyers interested since they can see the layout and details of the property before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services.