Needing a property measured? Let Duncan & Associates help.

Our certified appraisers will give you an accurate measurement of your property to determine a fair value when buying or selling a home, reduce property taxes from incorrect public records, or market to potential clients when selling a property.

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What are measurement services?

A measurement service is just what it sounds like: Based on your needs, an appraiser will measure your 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 a precise Gross Living Area (GLA), the sum of all livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and often necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a measurement service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of your property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they tour the house, they mark the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, hallways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the overall layout of the home. 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 should I get a floorplan service?

Disputing property taxes

Property tax records often reflect inaccurate area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and sometimes go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more square footage than you actually own! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed an evaluation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser determines the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Marketing a listing

A measurement service can ensure that you're paid a fair price for your house. Square footage is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently approximated rather than accurately measured, your property listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the selling price of your property, but possibly even 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 recent appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that might have affected square footage).

Material for real estate professionals

To make certain that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend seeking a floorplan service for the property. Your clients, and potential buyers, will be grateful for your attentiveness, and you can be assured that the GLA on your client's listing is truly representative of their home. A floorplan can also be a fantastic marketing tool for attracting potential buyers because they can see the layout and features of the property before and after touring. Contact us to find out more about our measurement services.