Need your home measured or a floorplan for your property? Let Tim Medlin Enterprises help.

Our certified appraisers can provide you with an accurate measurement of your property's dimensions to establish a fair value when buying or selling a home, cut down property taxes as a result of unreliable public records, or market to possible buyers when selling real estate.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

Measurement services are just what they sound like: Based on what you want, an appraiser will measure your home's dimensions and square footage, then draw a basic or highly detailed floorplan. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable space, of your home. These services are useful and often necessary when disputing property taxes or selling a property.

How does a home measurement service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the property with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, patios, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser develops a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area and the general layout of the house. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, property listings, and more.

When should I get a measurement service?

Disputing real estate taxes

Tax records often reflect incorrect area of a property because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be paying for more space than you have! Unless a certified appraiser has completed a recent appraisal 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 challenging your taxes. An appraiser assesses an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes can reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop overpaying.

Selling a home or property

A home floorplan 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 square footage values are frequently 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 your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only reliable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your property is to reference a previous appraisal or measurement service executed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

For real estate professionals

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that appropriately reflects true market value, we advise requesting a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will be grateful for your attention to detail, 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 to entice potential buyers because they can review the layout and attributes of the home before and after touring. Contact us today to learn more about our floorplan services.