Square Footage
ANSI Square Footage Measurement
Precise Gross Living Area measurement performed to ANSI Z765 standards — a verified square footage figure you can rely on for listings, tax records, and buyer confidence. This is a measurement service, not a floor plan.
Overview
What This Service Includes
Square footage is one of the most disputed figures in real estate — and an inaccurate number can cost a seller thousands or trigger a lawsuit. Our measurement service follows the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z765 standard for calculating Gross Living Area (GLA), the same methodology Fannie Mae and most MLS systems reference. A state-licensed appraiser measures the home's exterior and interior as needed to produce a defensible, documented square footage figure. Note that this is a measurement of finished living area only — it is not a floor plan or room-by-room layout diagram.
- Measured to ANSI Z765 Gross Living Area standards
- Performed by a state-licensed DFW appraiser
- Defensible, documented figure for listings and MLS
- Finished above-grade living area only — not a floor plan
- Helps prevent square footage disputes and misrepresentation claims
- Useful for sellers, agents, buyers, and tax-record corrections
How It Works
Our Process
A transparent, four-step engagement from intake to a defensible, court-ready report.
Schedule
We confirm the property, access, and the purpose of the measurement.
Measure
A state-licensed appraiser measures exterior and interior as needed to ANSI Z765 standards.
Calculate
Finished Gross Living Area is calculated, with below-grade and unfinished areas excluded per ANSI.
Deliver
A documented square footage report is delivered the next business day.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked
Is this a floor plan?
No. This is a Gross Living Area measurement service that produces a verified square footage figure. It does not include a room-by-room floor plan or layout diagram.
What standard do you follow?
We measure to the ANSI Z765 standard for residential Gross Living Area, the methodology referenced by Fannie Mae and most MLS systems. Finished, above-grade living area is included; below-grade and unfinished areas are reported separately, not counted in GLA.
Why does accurate square footage matter?
Square footage drives price, taxes, and buyer expectations. An inaccurate figure can lead to misrepresentation claims, appraisal gaps, or lost value. An ANSI-based measurement gives you a defensible number.
Can this be used to correct tax records or MLS data?
Yes. Many homeowners and agents use a documented ANSI measurement to correct inaccurate tax-assessor or MLS square footage that doesn't reflect finished living area.
Ready to Move Forward?
Schedule a no-obligation consultation with a state-licensed DFW appraiser. Most reports delivered within 3–5 business days. A two-business-day expedite is available.