Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"I was looking to defend myself in a divorce. This appraisal helps me to pay less."
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Customers say: Quick response
"Mr. Gibbs is courteous, professional and thorough. He was prompt for the appraisal and in less than 24 hours he called us with the results and faxed the report. I would highly recommend this gentleman. He knows his business and has great expertise in his specialty of appraising real estate. Sue Ann Champion, Lansdale, PA"
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
Sarah Whyler is a local appraiser, born and raised in Lancaster County. Sarah provides residential appraisal services in south-central Pennsylvania. Prior to becoming licensed, Sarah worked as an administrative professional in two different appraisal offices, preparing and reviewing appraisal files.
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1996
Credit card accepted
Customers say: Quick response
"Arrived promptly. Explained the process. Wore a mask the entire time and was very professional. Less expensive than having mortgage company pay for an appraiser."
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Customers say: Super punctual
"He was very prompt and courtesies. I called on a Monday, he came on Wednesday, and the next Monday I had the Appraisal."
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1980
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"They called very quickly to set up an appointment. They were on time the day of the appointment and got back to me within the promised two weeks. Good experience."
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 1999
Credit card accepted
"Very thorough appraisal...Thanks, Deb."
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Communication was poor. I called twice and left messages (on day 8 and day 12). I did not get a return phone call either time. The appraisal took longer than the five to seven days I had been told to expect. If Ken needed more time, he should have communicated with me. I got the appraisal the day after I posted a negative review."
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great service. the owner would call me to inform me when new items. They are very transparent in dealing with me. Very professional."
Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
"Prompt, professional, great service! I could not have been more pleased."
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You can estimate a bathroom addition’s value between 10% to 20% of a home’s value. But this also accounts for extra square footage since homes with more bathrooms tend to have more space. When considering adding one, you should know that a bathroom generally adds only $5,000 to an appraisal price initially, with adjustments made for other factors like local home values.
Garages increase a property’s value by about 80% of the build price. The national average cost to build a garage is $23,900.
However, on an appraisal, a garage contributes to the whole rather than as a part. For example, if you have a garage, your appraiser then tries to compare it to nearby homes with garages, which often have a higher value.
A bedroom can add anywhere from $10,000 to $25,000 or more to an appraisal. It depends heavily on the size of the bedroom, the overall home’s value, the location, and what amenities it might include (like a walk-in closet).
A drive-by appraisal usually costs $100 to $150. For a drive-by appraisal, the appraiser only visually assesses the home's exterior, in addition to reviewing the real estate records on the home and comparing it to nearby homes.
An FHA appraisal costs between $400 and $700. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans are usually less strict, so the appraisals are often more affordable. VA appraisal fees range from $425 to $900 for a single-family home. Compared to FHA loans, VA loans can be more involved.
A home appraiser will look at the real estate paperwork related to the home, but they will also do an exterior and interior assessment. Reviews include the square footage of the home and/or acreage of the lot, the age and condition of the home, construction materials used, the general state of the economy and local market, and the design and style of the home, along with any special features it may have. While an appraiser won’t be as thorough as a home inspector, they will likely notice very obvious problems and defects.
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