Needing your home measured? Let Jorgenson Northwest, Inc. help.

Home remodels and inaccurate estimates on public records can affect a property's price — and a potential buyer's interest in it. Let Jorgenson Northwest, Inc. give you an accurate estimation of property area to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a home, selling to potential clients, or minimizing property taxes.

How does a home measurement or floorplan service work?

During a measurement service, an appraiser takes measurements of your home with a measuring tool — generally a tape measure or laser measuring device. As they tour the home, they note the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, patios, and pantries. They might sketch the property. Then, the appraiser types up a report and a more detailed floorplan showing the total square footage and the general layout of the home. The finished report is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documentation, home listings, and more.

Marketing a listing

A home floorplan service will secure fair market value for your house. Area is one of the most important factors potential buyers consider when purchasing a house — but since these values are often estimated rather than accurately measured, your listing might reflect less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially reduce the selling price of the home 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 recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by a certified appraiser (after any updating that might have affected square footage).