David replaced the roof on our ranch home. At this point, we are very pleased with the result. The price quoted was more than others we received. However, higher quality shingles, total roof coverage with membrane, total re-nailing of plywood, superior flashing work, etc. is worth the...
AATEK INCBJ from Barrett's Tree service came out to assess a rotted tree in our back yard that was leaning over our shed. He showed us three other trees that were rotted and needed to be removed. He priced out the work per tree in case we only chose to remove only part of the tree or only one or two...
It was great! They took the appropriate safety precautions, cleaned up after themselves, and did excellent work for a very reasonable price. They also gave us advice about the types of trees on our property which we thought was very helpful.
HERITAGE TREE CAREVery pleased with DJ's. Since I live long distance from job site, communicated via email, which worked very well. Have not personally seen results but have heard via phone from resident of subject property that all went well. Other companies I contacted could not get their stump grinders...
Mike was good about taking his time through the property, explaining potential issues and costs with the house. He was punctual, and provides a detailed list/explanatory pdf post-inspection. My major qualm with the inspection was that he and our realitor were and quot;buddiesand quot; and...
Buying, selling, divorce, estate, and tax appeals just want a true value of your residential real estate? You have come to the right place. I pride myself not on speed or cost but accuracy and truth based on real hard evidence. You may save yourself thousands of dollars just by getting an appraisal. Average cost of an appraisal is 795+ as price is based on the scope of work and will vary according to the complexity. Green Mountain Valuations, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today at: (802) 658-4444 Feel free to call if you are in or outside Chittenden County!
"Andrew was so helpful in my transition to the area. He was responsive, communicative, and very helpful and friendly. Thank you!!"
Kimberly K on October 2025
Buying, selling, divorce, estate, and tax appeals just want a true value of your residential real estate? You have come to the right place. I pride myself not on speed or cost but accuracy and truth based on real hard evidence. You may save yourself thousands of dollars just by getting an appraisal. Average cost of an appraisal is 795+ as price is based on the scope of work and will vary according to the complexity. Green Mountain Valuations, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today at: (802) 658-4444 Feel free to call if you are in or outside Chittenden County!
"Andrew was so helpful in my transition to the area. He was responsive, communicative, and very helpful and friendly. Thank you!!"
Kimberly K on October 2025
Additional DBA - J. Hutchins, Inc.
Additional DBA - J. Hutchins, Inc.
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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