How much do appraisals cost by home type?

• <div><p>The cost to appraise a home depends on the type. Common types include:</p><ul><li><p>Single-family homes: $300–$400</p></li><li><p>FHA or VA single-family homes: $400–$500</p></li><li><p>Condominium: $300–$500</p></li><li><p>Multi-family home: $500–$1,000</p></li><li><p>Apartment building: $1,500–$3,000</p></li><li><p>Commercial properties: $1,400–$10,000</p></li><li><p>Raw land: $1,000–$8,000</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Does a flagpole increase property value?

• <div><p>Installing a flagpole can improve your home&rsquo;s curb appeal, so it will often have a modest positive impact on your property value. You&rsquo;ll see a much larger bump in property value if you install a custom wooden flagpole than you would if you install a standard aluminum pole. Adding lighting to your flagpole will also have a positive impact on home value, as will <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/helpful-tips-pruning-trees.htm">trimming trees</a> away from the new lawn addition.</p></div>

Q: Do home appraisers look at windows?

• <div><p>Yes, home appraisers look at your windows when appraising your property to determine the market value of your home. They&rsquo;ll factor in the type of windows, quality, condition, whether or not there are screens covering the windows, frame materials, size, insulation, and more to come up with an unbiased property assessment.</p></div>

Q: Can I get an appraisal for tax purposes?

• <div><p>Yes, appraisals are often used for property tax appeals, estate planning, and determining market value.</p></div>

Q: How do appraisals benefit property buyers and sellers?

• <div><p>They provide objective, third-party valuation, guiding fair sales or purchase prices.</p></div>

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Last update on November 10, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
Not into property evaluations done remotely. My rating is based on the lack of this recommendations usefulness for my needs. Hard to beleve this is the only company they have covering Pennsylvania
Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
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Reviewed in April 2024
Very nice to talk to dressed to work mowed my lawn and trimming after coming from previous job. Was 6:00 pm when he came to see the property, was going to rain next day so he mowed my lawn that evening. In my book that's A+. Satisfied a lot!
Mosier lawn & snow LLC
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Reviewed in October 2020
Very respectful of mine and neighbors property. Excellent value
Roar and Sons Family Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
Excellent. Told them they could wait until they were in the area and needed a small job. A few days later tree was down with no damage to the property.
Dincher & Dincher Tree Surgeon
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Reviewed in April 2015
He was great. He got to the property and got the job done with out any hassles or problems. I wish I could find someone this easy to work with here in PA. He had the job done before I was done with my drive to PA. He told me to just send a check when I get to PA and get settled in.
JOHN MILLS PAINTING SERVICE
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Reviewed in December 2014
Very through. I have them on hold due to possible purchase of another property rather than remodel. But if I do the remodel, it will be with them.
Strayer Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2014
A1 Handyman was hired through my property manager to repair the screen door and repair a section of screen in the "bird cage" surrounding our pool. My husband and I inspected the work afterwards. They replaced a screen door closer (installing a used part; a new closer only cost $13). Further,...
A1 Handyman & Remodeling Experts
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Reviewed in May 2013
It turned out ok. They had a knowledgable person, a good look at the property and told us similar information we had gotten from a different place. They were prompt and complete in their analysis.
Isbir Construction & Landscape Corp
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Reviewed in May 2012
I would rate them A across the board. I recently sold a property. R&J Ertel wasn't available, and the realtor had to get another company in to look at the A/C unit. The other provider was more expensive than R&J Ertel.
R & J Ertel Inc
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Reviewed in April 2012
I am very satisfied by him and his crew. They were professional, patiently listening to and accomodating my requests and doing the work at great pace. we were very pleased with their work. The appraiser for refinance was amazed with the crown molding, low voltage led strip lighting coffered...
Efs Carpentry
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"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. "

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"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. "

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Installing a flagpole can improve your home’s curb appeal, so it will often have a modest positive impact on your property value. You’ll see a much larger bump in property value if you install a custom wooden flagpole than you would if you install a standard aluminum pole. Adding lighting to your flagpole will also have a positive impact on home value, as will trimming trees away from the new lawn addition.

Yes, home appraisers look at your windows when appraising your property to determine the market value of your home. They’ll factor in the type of windows, quality, condition, whether or not there are screens covering the windows, frame materials, size, insulation, and more to come up with an unbiased property assessment.

Yes, appraisals are often used for property tax appeals, estate planning, and determining market value.

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

They provide objective, third-party valuation, guiding fair sales or purchase prices.

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