Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Michael did a through, accurate appraisal."
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"AT White was punctual, professional, courteous, and friendly. He got me the full benefit for bids that I subsequently got on repairs needed on my property. My appraisal was for a Tax Protest. He delivered the appraisal in a timely manner and I would definitely choose him again for my next real estate appraisal."
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
Small jobs welcome
"He was prompt, professional and explained what he was doing. We would recommend him if asked for referral"
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Kirchman Appraisal Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
In business since 2006
"My wife and I recently sold our home with Hilton Realty Advisors and are now finishing the buying process. Matt is a pleasure to work with. He is always upbeat, and ready for a challenge. He is very responsive to phone calls and emails regardless of time or day. Matt is prepared to answer the tough questions and give you honest answers. He is your advocate from the beginning to the end of the process. Matt has superior knowledge and is well respected among his peers. Matt demonstrates a love for his profession, his clients, and for his community. His firm?s dedication to serving the community was one of the things that made us choose Matt. We would have no hesitation in recommending Matt to family or friends for any real estate needs large or small. We both will consider Matt a friend long after this process is over.
-Aaron, McKinney TX"
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
In business since 2021
Free estimates
"Very professional, showed up on time, accurate and affordable. Couldnâ  t have picked a better appraiser. Sheâ  s the Best!"
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
Credit card accepted
"She was great with communication via text, calls, email. She turned in appraisal in a timely manner. Friendly, professional, and turned in a great appraisal report. It was essential for my property taxes hearing."
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Stephen is a good appraiser and I enjoyed working with him."
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
"They provide Excellent service, they helped us multiple times, they've called and keep us posted every time and they answered all our questions and guided us through the process. And then also helped us find a new home after. They negotiated the price with the contractor and builders."
Serving Rockwall, TX and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"He was very professional and was able to meet my appraisal needs. Would hire again."
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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