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Top-Rated Property appraisers in Lincoln - Updated Nov 2026

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Appraisals by Silvana
4.5(
134
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Sylvanna was a very pleasant person to deal with. She did the appraisal and e-mailed the document to us very quickly, as she had promised. Unfortunately, we disagree with her assessment. We have a 20 x 30 shop with attached RV-port that she felt was "personal property" and therefore was not used to determine the property value. There's no way this permanent building on a cement slab would be taken/moved when we sell."
Response time4 hrs
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Advantage Appraisals
5.0(
7
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bryan Lynch with Advantage Appraisals was responsive and professional. Sincerely appreciate his knowledge, expertise and the thorough report he provided. Happy to have found an appraiser to use now and in the future and also to refer to friends and family. I highly recommend Bryan and Advantage Appraisals."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Appraiser CA
5.0(
6
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I have hired Shan off and on for about 15 years. He has appraised land, income properties, large apartment properties and residential homes for me. He is experienced, talented, and professional. He is also very reliable. I continue to rely on his services currently and am happy to recommend his appraisal services."
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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Ballew & Company
3.5(
12
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Rebecca was wonderful to work with. She is knowledgeable and helpful. She kept me informed and updated during the entire process of the appraisal on my property. Besides being professional, Rebecca is a very nice person with warmth, understanding and humor. I would definitely recommend Ballew and company Personally I will use Rebecca with any future transactions or needs that may arise"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peiffer Appraisals
4.9(
21
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently used Peiffer Appraisals to have my house and rental property appraised for tax purposes. David was easy to get ahold of and was able to schedule the inspections for the same week. Both appraisals seemed very reasonable and I was happy with the values. He was easy to talk to, answered all my questions, and sent me the report very quickly. I would definitely use his services again and will recommend him to any friends or family needing an appraisal too."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser FAQs, answered by experts

As a seller, it might feel tempting to skip the appraisal, especially in a hot market that sees a lot of all-cash offers. While you can technically forgo it and hope for an all-cash offer, you’ll likely have a very tough time selling without an appraisal. 

In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.

Yes, installing a tennis court can be a worthwhile home improvement project that adds value to your property. The potential increase in value can range from $20,000 to $150,000, and in some cases, the return on investment can cover more than 60% of the installation cost. However, the impact on value heavily depends on the size of your property. For homes with multiple acres, a tennis court is often a valuable amenity. In contrast, for homes on smaller lots, installing a court can decrease the property's value because it consumes a significant portion of the usable yard space. It's crucial to consider your property size and the remaining usable yard before proceeding.

While there’s technically no limit to the dollar amount you can borrow for a home addition, the standard limit is around 80% of the value the addition is expected to add to your home. That means you could feasibly borrow up to $80,000 if an appraiser determines that the addition or bump out will add $100,000 in value to your property. You might also be limited by your debt-to-income ratio or credit score.

Yes, the age of your home can impact its value. However, age is just one of many factors that will have an effect. An older home may be perceived as needing more work and maintenance, but if you’ve kept up with repairs or done any renovations, this will increase its value. Buyers will also consider the size of the house, location, and how nearby homes are priced. Lastly, value also depends on whether it’s a buyer or seller’s market.

Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room). 

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