Needing your property measured? Let Kurt Wessel & Associates help.

Home remodels and poor estimates on public records will affect a property's value — and a buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you a reliable evaluation of property size to determine a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a new home, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What are home measurement services?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of the property, then draws a basic or highly detailed floorplan based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a document that can be used to prove the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are helpful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services work?

During a measurement or floorplan service, an appraiser measures your home with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the property, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like stairs, entryways, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed sketch showing the total living area of the home and the overall layout. 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?

Real estate taxes

Tax records frequently reflect incorrect square footage because the values can come from several sources, and sometimes go unproven — meaning you may be paying for more square footage than you actually own! Unless an appraiser has recently executed a valuation on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a home measurement service before attempting to dispute your taxes. An appraiser determines 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 property

A home floorplan service will secure a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the most important elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently approximated rather than properly measured, your listing may reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only reduces the selling price of your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only reliable method of using a precise GLA when listing your property is to refer to a recent appraisal or measurement service performed by a certified appraiser (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage).

For real estate agents

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that appropriately reflects market value, we advise asking for a home measurement of the property. Clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your attentiveness, 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 fantastic marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers because they can review the layout and features of the home before and after touring. Contact us to find out more about our floorplan services.