This company came out to repair a flower box that was separating from the wall it was attached to, fix some crumbling steps and clean the brick. It turned into a French drain and LOTS of money. They did not do any of the jobs satisfactorily and cut the wires to out outdoor landscape lights....
Interior painting 2 story: Mario and his crew did an impeccable job. True professionals with an attention to detail and customer service which is rare to find when hiring painters. I've owned numerous investment properties besides personal homes and have been typically disappointed with Bart...
I chose to remodel the kitchen. I had loved it but needed a change. I shopped around and found premier. They under cut the competition which made me happy. They came out the first time and helped me understand more about what I wanted. However when the contractors showed up, they wore their...
Very Well - The driveway had seen it better days, 1st Choice made it look almost like new. -Great JOB I plan on calling them again for my other properties.
First Choice Asphalt SealingCharlie and his crew did an excellent job clearing these trees from my property. I will have him back again next yesr to trim other trees. I highly recommened him.
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
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John D on December 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Good job"
John D on December 2024
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
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
We do residential real estate appraisals in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding area. We can handle complex jobs with large acreage, special amenities or unique circumstances as well as simple valuations for typical homes. If you need an appraisal for Divorce, Bankruptcy, Estate Valuation, Bail Bond, Insurance, Tax appeal or to list or sell your home, we can handle it all. Our appraisers have been working in the area for more then 15 years and keep up with the changing markets in the area in addition to attending and completing ongoing education to stay on top of the business.
We do residential real estate appraisals in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding area. We can handle complex jobs with large acreage, special amenities or unique circumstances as well as simple valuations for typical homes. If you need an appraisal for Divorce, Bankruptcy, Estate Valuation, Bail Bond, Insurance, Tax appeal or to list or sell your home, we can handle it all. Our appraisers have been working in the area for more then 15 years and keep up with the changing markets in the area in addition to attending and completing ongoing education to stay on top of the business.
We work for you not the insurance company
We work for you not the insurance company
My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.
My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.
We provide Title Insurance/Settlement Services for residential and commercial properties for the states of NJ, NY amd PA.
We provide Title Insurance/Settlement Services for residential and commercial properties for the states of NJ, NY amd PA.
An appraisal is an opinion of value, so anything that is expected to boost your home value is likely to work in your favor when it comes to the appraisal. Things like improving your curb appeal, painting, refinishing floors, and taking care of minor repairs are all good investments prior to ordering an appraisal. It’s also a good idea to clear out any clutter and complete a deep clean beforehand to show your property in the best light possible.
Appraisals aren’t required by law to complete a real estate transaction, but it’s unlikely that a lender will allow a buyer to close on a property without an appraisal, so, effectively, they are usually required. Your mortgage lender uses the property as collateral for your loan, and the appraisal is what the lender will base the mortgage on to confirm the value is there to justify their investment.
The average cost of a property appraisal is around $355, but different appraisers in your area could charge anywhere from $250 to $500. Appraisals for larger properties will often cost more, as will valuations for older properties. Appraisers will use homes in the surrounding area to help determine a valuation as well, so if your home doesn’t conform to the neighborhood standards, the valuation will require more work and will likely cost more.
A licensed appraiser is the only individual that can carry out a property appraisal. You should always check to ensure an appraiser you’re considering has the proper licensing from your state. Additionally, since an appraisal is meant to be an unbiased opinion of a property’s value, you should confirm that the appraiser doesn’t have ties to any other party in the sale of the property.
Anyone can hire a property appraiser to confirm the inherent value of a property, but the buyer or buyer’s lender will usually choose the appraiser and pay the individual for their opinion. It’s also not uncommon for the seller’s side in a real estate transaction to hire an appraiser in order to justify an asking price or negotiate a higher selling price.
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