Serving Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Doug arrived on time. Not an easy appraisal, but did all of the necessary research to provide the best and most honest appraisal! I would highly recommend this company! Very pleased."
Serving Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Angi is like a crazy one night stand that won't go away once she gets your number but the appraiser was very professional, knowledgeable, efficient and responsive."
Serving Westchester, 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 Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The appraiser was professional and friendly."
Serving Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Randy followed through with the appointment and had appraisal emailed to me within 24 hours."
Serving Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I have hired Carlton two times now to complete appraisals for my clients. He is very professional and takes the extra time to talk to you before the appraisal to determine exactly what the job entails. His rates are extremely reasonable. His appraisals are thorough and I my opinion are very reliable which is important when the appraisal is being sent to opposing counsel. I would highly recommend him for any type of real estate appraisal you may need. Marcia Brewer"
Serving Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It went very well. Got three referrals and decided on one. Richard Pease came out at a convenient time for us and was able to give us a detailed appraisal the following day. He was professional, polite, pleasant, and informative."
Serving Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1983
Offers commercial services
Customers say: Quick response
"He appraised my house personally and it was great."
Serving Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
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 Westchester, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1988
Free estimates
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.
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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