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Hinchliffe Appraisal Services, Inc.
4.8(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I needed an appraisal for settlement of an estate and I was very pleased. I was contacted quickly to set up an appointment. Very courteous and professional service. The appraisal I received was very detailed and exceeded what I needed. If I or my family ever need Real Estate appraisal services again they will be the first place I contact."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
HOMETOWN GOLD BUYERS
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are expert buyers of all kinds of Estate items. Years and years of time spent buying all kinds of Collectibles, Precious Metals including Fine and Costume Jewelry, All Coins, Case Knives and Zippo Lighters. We buy one piece or full collections. We will share our knowledge with you and pay you fair prices for your items. WE PAY CASH! Call us for a free evaluation, we travel and will come to you if necessary. We are Angie's List Certified and have passed all their background and business checks. Contact us with confidence!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Marketplace Housing
4.3(
11
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Office staff is always available for help. No job is too small or too big. They are responsive to our needs for service requests from roofing to foundations. All aspects of home repairs have been done professionally and in a timely manner. I would recommend Marketplace Homes for all your property management needs regarding property repairs and maintenance."
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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East PA Appraisals
5.0(
1
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diane and her staff were professional and polite. Response to initial contact as well as service and follow up was quick. Report was thorough and accurate based on my own research ahead of time. I would recommend East PA Appraisals for similar service."
Real Estate Appraiser
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Jeffrey Jenkins
5.0(
3
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In under one minute of submitting the request for a appraiser, we received a call from Jeff Jenkins. He called on a Friday afternoon and was scheduled for a appraisal on the Monday. Turn around time was good. Report was very thorough and easy to understand. His prices are very reasonable. I would use him again and reccomend him. Thanks Home Advisor."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

The cost to appraise a home depends on the type. Common types include:

  • Single-family homes: $300–$400

  • FHA or VA single-family homes: $400–$500

  • Condominium: $300–$500

  • Multi-family home: $500–$1,000

  • Apartment building: $1,500–$3,000

  • Commercial properties: $1,400–$10,000

  • Raw land: $1,000–$8,000

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.

Appraisals can come in above or below the list price or offer price for a property, and where it falls depends on many factors. Those include the condition of the property, the location, and the age of the home, but often, the condition of the market is the biggest determining factor. Where demand is high for properties, buyers compete with each other for homes, which tends to drive up offer prices above where appraisals come in. Where demand is low, you’ll often see the opposite happening.

In short, yes, a pond can add to your home’s value. However, whether it adds value will depend on the condition and aesthetic of your pond. Having this feature already built into a yard’s home can be appealing to homebuyers who value its aesthetic and would prefer not to build it themselves. But if it is not kept in good condition, it could turn buyers away.

Foundation cracks won’t always affect your appraised value. All foundations crack due to normal settlement, so hairline cracks that aren’t leaking or uneven from side to side are unlikely to have an impact on your appraisal. Structural cracks, on the other hand, often lead to a reduced appraised value, especially if the underlying problem will cause the issue to worsen over time.

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