Needing your property measured? Let RLM Appraisal Services, LLC. help.

Home remodels and inaccurate valuations on public records will affect a property's price — and a buyer's interest in it. Let our appraisers give you a reliable calculation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when acquiring a new home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a home measurement or floorplan service, a certified appraiser takes measurements of the home with a measuring tool — either a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they move around the home, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and pantries. They may sketch the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and detailed floorplan showing the total living area and the general layout of the home. The resulting report 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.

Selling a listing

A measuring service can secure a fair price for your home. Area is one of the biggest elements potential buyers examine when purchasing a house — but since square footage values are frequently estimated rather than accurately measured, your home listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it actually has. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease 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 property is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service executed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that may have affected square footage).