Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1978
Customers say: True professional
"My house is in a very “mixed” area with roads not listed on maps , septic and propane…I thought she did a great and fair job of appraising…."
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Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The appraiser was on time to inspect. And the report came back timely."
Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I had price quotes from three other companies and all were at least $75 higher. Max was very pleasant to work with and I definitely recommend him if you need a real estate appraisal."
Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n
Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
Pat Sullivan Appraisal is a family-owned real estate appraisal practice servicing Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties. Pat has over twenty years of experience appraising real estate, offering services that specialize in complex and high-end properties, while offering friendly services to all real property types and subtypes. Reliability, communication, and high-quality reports are the cornerstone of our practice. Pat is always directly accessible to clients for consultation. You can reach Pat directly at 805 815 5052.
Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Daniel was a very professional young man if I need another appraisal in the future I will definitely call him again."
Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
LA Valuations is committed to excellence in every aspect of real estate valuation. For 31 years and counting , we have been upholding 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. From studio condominiums to 20,000 plus sqft luxury estates we can help you in your valuation needs. However, we do not appraise mobile homes. \n
Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The process started out strenuous but ended up being a breeze once I hired Showcase Regional Housing to do the all the tedious work."
Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
At Stafford Appraisals, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With quick turn times, low fees, and 24/7 support, 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, which includes quick responses to potential customers, thorough inspections, and accurate reports. Proper knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. It is an honor to serve Los Angeles and Ventura County in their appraisal needs and we hope we can fulfill your appraisal needs, as well.\nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. We compete with best and are competitive as well; our fees start as low as just $275.
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Serving Somis, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"After reading the reviews of all the general contractors, we decided on U S Home Developers. After signing up with Tom, whenever we contacted him by phone or text we always got a very quick response. He handled all inquiries/requests in a very speedy manner. The members of his crew are polite and hard workers. They kept all the work areas clean. Tom is very attentive with the management of the project. The new vanities of all bahrooms and new patio cover are very nice. Our new completely remodeled bathroom is superb. Out beautiful kitchen and new window are the masterpiece. The popcorn on the ceilings were removed and the entire inside of our home was painted. The paint and recessed lighting are also very fine. One of the many things that impressed us with Tom is that on the day he picked up his last check, he noticed something that should be corrected. He immediately sent one of his guys to either fix or replace a cabinet door. This is one of the many examples of his attention to details. We are very pleased with the great job done by Tom and his professional crew on the remodeling. He exceeded our expectations. We have nearly a new house inbout six weeks, and before Christmas."
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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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