Top-rated property appraisers.

Best property appraisers near Plains, TX

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your property appraisal project in Plains, TX?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Property Appraisal pros in Plains, TX

*The Angi rating for Property Appraisal companies in Plains, TX is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Property Appraisal needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Property Appraisal companies in Plains, TX is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Property Appraisal needs.

Last update on October 08, 2024

Top-Rated Property appraisers in Plains - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Showcase Regional Housing LLC
Showcase Regional Housing LLC
5.0(
3
)
Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Plains, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The process started out strenuous but ended up being a breeze once I hired Showcase Regional Housing to do the all the tedious work."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Property Appraiser FAQs, answered by experts

While some aspects of an appraisal, such as comparable properties nearby, are out of your control, there are several steps you can take to potentially increase your home's value. Make any necessary repairs and upgrades before the appraiser's visit, as they can only value what is currently part of the home, not its potential. Examples include renovating older areas, updating landscaping to boost curb appeal, and staging your home. You can also provide the appraiser with the cost of recent upgrades, which may increase your home's value by about 50% or more of what you paid for those improvements.

Mobile homes weigh anywhere between 45 to 50 pounds per square foot. Some newer options weigh up to 70 pounds per square foot. An average single-wide mobile home weighs 45,000 pounds, and a double-wide mobile home weighs about 70,000 pounds. Triple-wide mobile homes range from 90,000 to 100,000 pounds.

Some appraisers hold a Member of the Appraisal Institute designation. This accolade is the highest credential property appraisers can earn. An MAI appraisal is typically used for commercial properties.

While your lender will likely recommend an appraiser, you can also hire a professional home appraiser on your own. Choose someone who is experienced in your type of residential property, and ensure they hold all of the necessary credentials that your state or region requires.

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.

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.

The Plains, TX homeowners’ guide to property appraisals

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles