When you buy a new home, or sell your current one, thinking about how to measure its square footage probably isn’t top of mind. And while it may seem like an inconsequential metric, it’s one of the most important factors that determine a property’s value. “If you mis-measure a ...
or GLA, which equals the square footage of all living areas in the home added together. The GLA is related to the home’s price, but there are a lot of factorsin a home appraisalthat determine a home’s price per square foot. And just looking at this number leaves a lot to the ima...
Currently, there are no laws governing how square footage should be measured. iStockphoto.com/Branko Miokovic One of the most important factors to consider when buying or selling a house is square footage because it helps determine the market value and therefore the price of a ...
Once each room is measured, add up all the measurements to determine your home’s total square footage. Keep in mind:If you live in a tract home, condo or townhouse community, you may be able to request architectural drawings or master builder plans of your home’s floor plan. These may...
How do I calculate the square footage of a room or surface to be painted? For any flat surface, like square or rectangular walls, multiply the height of the wall by the length. This will give you the total square footage of the room or surface you need to paint. Remember to subtract ...
"You can just call your local Ready-Mix plant, give them your square footage and thickness, and they’ll figure it up for you." — Jeff Hershberger, Deco-Crete Supply The Easiest Way to Calculate Concrete Yardage! This is a great option for larger projects like driveways or patios, especi...
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Multiply the length and width together to calculate the square footage, or area, of the space. Example:A homeowner wants to calculate the the square footage of the living room floor to determine how much flooring it will take to cover it. The length of the floor is 17'7" and the width...
When I measure length and width to determine the house’s square footage, do I multiply in inches or feet? bill,June 15: Do you include Bay windows to the square footage? For example a Bay window that extends 1 foot out from the and 4 feet wide. Is that another 4 sq. ft.? May ...