Do new windows increase property taxes?

• <div><p>Whether or not new windows increase property taxes depends on where you live and by how much your upgrade increases your home’s value. Smaller projects likely won’t result in increased property taxes, but it’s always a good idea to err on the side of caution and check. Contact your local county appraisal department for the most accurate information about property taxes in your area. </p></div>

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Q: How do appraisers adjust for a finished basement?

• <div><p>While a finished basement adds value to your home, it is assigned a different value than space on the main floors. An appraiser will assess the square footage of a finished basement at about 50% to 60% of the value of the square footage for the rest of your home. Appraisal value for a finished basement depends on your location&rsquo;s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished. </p></div>

Q: How often should I have my property appraised?

• <div><p>Typically during transactions or refinancing, or whenever significant improvements are made.</p></div>

Q: Does a smart home increase property value?

• <div><p>A comprehensive smart home system can be really attractive to buyers and increase the value of your property. Components such as a smart security system, smart lawn and garden systems, and smart appliances can all drive up the value of your property.</p></div>

Q: How long is an FHA appraisal good for?

• <div><p>An FHA appraisal is valid for 180 days from the effective date of the report. In some cases, you can have the appraisal recertified if you make your request before the original expires so that you still may obtain an FHA loan. If approved, your appraisal update is valid for one year.</p></div>

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This company has the WORST customer service I have ever experienced. Their site manager Mike Murphy was rude, combative and borderline threatening. When asked to leave the property he refused and had to be told several times. Never have I been made to feel so uncomfortable in my own home. He...
Power Home Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2023
Ed is extremely knowledgeable and clearly very experienced. Iâ m extremely happy with the work done and was impressed with the cleanup, as well as the care he took with the rest of my property that was uninvolved in the job. I already plan to rehire them for more jobs in the future!
Vivid Services, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2017
They were great. Very professional, pleasant and reliable. They did a great job in a timely fashion and made my property look fabulous.
PICKETT'S PAINTING
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Reviewed in July 2014
I could not get a hold of them, I had to leave voice message. I wanted to move from a weekly service to every other week service. So I left a massage telling them I don’t want them to come anymore and I will not pay anymore yard service. They kept coming for another month and they broke all...
A Great Choice Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in February 2014
From the first moment I meant Tim I knew he was someone I could trust. We had just bought a new house and I knew there was some water drainage issue but in early 2011 it was worse. I ahd water coming in all 4 window wells. The back yard was a lake and rivers ran down both sides of the...
TIM BOUREN CONSTRUCTION CO
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Reviewed in August 2013
I called this morning and they were at the house by 1:30. Service Tech was wonderful! Very polite and informative about what he was looking for in finding the problem with the ants. Also he was very good at explaining how the treatment worked and what to look for in the future to keep the ants...
BURKE PEST CONTROL
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Reviewed in July 2013
They were good all around. They have done a couple of jobs for us. We trusted them and we thought the price was fair. The guys who came were very respectful of the property. We called them to do other stuff because of the price. They were very good.
Crown Construction Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
Tony is awesome! He is very polite and courteous. He showed up on time to give me a quote which I thought was a fair price for the work to be done. On the scheduled day, he showed up on time and went right to work. I never saw anyone work so hard in my life!! I was especially impressed...
Tri County Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2012
It was fast and it was a job well done from the beginning-- from the estimate all the way to the end. They took care not to damage anything on the property or my neighbor's property. The roof has held up great over the years.
Binghamton Slag Roofing Co Inc
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Reviewed in June 2008
THEY ARE VERY PROFESSIONAL, HELPFUL, AGREEABLE. I THOUGHT THEIR PRICES WERE FAIR. SHE'S AN APPROVED FHA APPRAISER, VERY RESPONSIVE. I GOT A VERY GOOD DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY.
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations

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7 years of experience

Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.

"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "

Melissa P on October 2025

"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "

Melissa P on October 2025

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We offer a wide variety of housing options, including single-family residencies and apartments, for Binghamton University students! Our locations primarily reside in Downtown & the west side of Binghamton.

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We provide commerial (non-residential) real estate appraisals in New York and Pennsylvania. Central New York, Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, Northeastern PA, Central PA

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

While a finished basement adds value to your home, it is assigned a different value than space on the main floors. An appraiser will assess the square footage of a finished basement at about 50% to 60% of the value of the square footage for the rest of your home. Appraisal value for a finished basement depends on your location’s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished.

Whether or not new windows increase property taxes depends on where you live and by how much your upgrade increases your home’s value. Smaller projects likely won’t result in increased property taxes, but it’s always a good idea to err on the side of caution and check. Contact your local county appraisal department for the most accurate information about property taxes in your area.

Typically during transactions or refinancing, or whenever significant improvements are made.

A comprehensive smart home system can be really attractive to buyers and increase the value of your property. Components such as a smart security system, smart lawn and garden systems, and smart appliances can all drive up the value of your property.

An FHA appraisal is valid for 180 days from the effective date of the report. In some cases, you can have the appraisal recertified if you make your request before the original expires so that you still may obtain an FHA loan. If approved, your appraisal update is valid for one year.

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The Tompkins, NY homeowners’ guide to property appraisals

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Bearcats Housing LLC

Bearcats Housing LLC

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Hynes Valuation Group

Webster's Appraisal Service

Webster's Appraisal Service

UPSTATE Lead & Environmental Div of UPstate Group

UPSTATE Lead & Environmental Div of UPstate Group

Vital Abstract LLC

Vital Abstract LLC

The Tompkins, NY homeowners’ guide to property appraisals

How Long Is an Appraisal Good For?

FHA Appraisal Guidelines and Requirements

Who Pays For the Home Appraisal?

The Ultimate Home Appraisal Checklist

How Do Appraisers Determine the Value of a Home?

What Is a Land Appraisal and How Does It Work?

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