Do ponds add to your home’s value?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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>

Does your yard affect an appraisal?

• <div><p>The condition and appearance of your yard can affect your home appraisal value. A well-maintained, attractive yard with curb appeal adds to a property’s value, while an overgrown, messy, poorly maintained yard can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-hurts-home-appraisal.htm">hurt your home’s appraisal</a>. Even small cosmetic improvements to your yard, like adding mulch, trimming trees, and cleaning out plant beds, can help your appraisal value.</p></div>

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Q: Do ponds add to your home’s value?

• <div><p>In short, yes, a pond can add to your home&rsquo;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&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: What factors are considered in an appraisal?

• <div><p>Property size, location, condition, recent comparable sales, and market trends are factors.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a land survey and a plat?

• <div><p>A land survey includes the layout of a single property, including precise measurements and to-scale drawings of boundary lines, land improvements, and sometimes other features, like topography and drainage information. A plat map includes the layouts and boundary lines of several adjacent plots and basic structure measurements. Surveys are normally more valuable for homeowners and buyers, and plat maps are for governmental use.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2020
Did a real nice job on tree removal and clean up of the yard.
Jarret Bauman Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
Sales agent exceptionally knowledgeable of all aspects admin staff & scheduling crew prompt, courteous, helpful installation team exceptionally hard working, prompt, efficient & courteous absolutely great in all aspects. Expensive but is better quality (But hopefully, will never need Them! ). (I...
MidAmerica Basement Systems
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Reviewed in November 2013
I had a great experience with Steamatic. Scheduling was very easy and no real wait time to speak of. I think I called on a Thursday and they came on Monday. Price was better than competitors. Jordan showed up right on time (possibly even a few minutes early) and was very professional. He...
Steamatic of Dubuque
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Reviewed in September 2013
My dad built my house when I was seven in 1954. I hadn't been able to get it painted in over 10 years, so it needed a lot of prep work. The house is real redwood, so Bob made sure that he used the best possible paint. to preserve its quality. The crew were really nice young men, and they worked...
Bob Knupp Painting & Staining
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Reviewed in April 2013
Before putting our house on the market, I mentioned to our real estate agent that I was overwhelmed with all the de-cluttering that needed to be done and I hardly knew where to begin. She recommended High Point. With a smile in her voice, Mary Ann at High Point assured me that they could...
Highpoint Company
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Reviewed in June 2012
Did not mix shingle bundles leaving significant streaks in job. House looks like it needs another roof installation. Left messages and couldn't reach the owner (fishing in Minnesota). Owner hired high school or college kids to install. When challenged concerning streaks in roof...all we...
McCarthy Roofing
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Reviewed in October 2011
They got right on it, and worked real hard and finished the clutch and parking brake on monday but did not fix the clutch linkage.
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Ron Wright Agency, LLC

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Ron Wright, has over 50 years of experience and is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

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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. "

Melissa P on October 2025

"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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