Needing your property measured? Let Lewis & Stanfield help.

Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records will affect a property's price — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let our appraisers give you an accurate calculation of property size to establish a fair value when purchasing a new property, selling to potential clients, or reducing property taxes.

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What is a measurement or floorplan service?

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

How do measurement services work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser measures your home or property with a measuring tool — generally a tape or laser measuring device. As they walk the property, they observe the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, entryways, and fireplaces. They might sketch out the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total 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 documentation, property listings, and more.

When should I get a measurement service?

Disputing property taxes

Property tax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from various sources, and occasionally go unverified — which means you may be taxed for more space than you own! Unless an appraiser has completed a recent evaluation or home measurement service on your property (after any remodeling that might have affected square footage), you'll need an appraiser to perform a measurement service before challenging what you're taxed. An appraiser will verify the 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 measuring service will secure a fair price for your property. Square footage is one of the biggest elements potential buyers look for when purchasing a home — but since these values are frequently estimated rather than properly measured, your property listing might show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA not only decreases the potential selling price of your home, but possibly even the amount of interested buyers. The only sure method of using a precise GLA when listing your home is to reference a recent appraisal or measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

For agents

To ensure that your client's property closes at a price that correctly reflects market value, we recommend seeking a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and 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 wonderful marketing tool for attracting potential buyers because they can review the layout and characteristics of the property before and after touring. Contact Lewis & Stanfield to learn more about our measurement services.