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Q: What factors do professionals consider in appraisals?

• <div><p>Property condition, comparables, market trends, and location influence appraisal.</p></div>

Q: Do estate shutters increase home value?

• <div><p>Estate shutters are considered a high-end window treatment that increases home value. As previously mentioned, this project comes with an ROI of up to 75%. Shutters can also improve your home&rsquo;s energy efficiency, especially if you choose PVC or faux wood shutters, which will lead to long-term savings on your energy bills.</p></div>

Q: How do appraisers adjust for a finished basement?

• <div><p>While a finished basement adds value to your home, it is assigned a different value than space on the main floors. An appraiser will assess the square footage of a finished basement at about 50% to 60% of the value of the square footage for the rest of your home. Appraisal value for a finished basement depends on your location&rsquo;s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished. </p></div>

Q: Is market value usually higher than appraised value?

• <div><p>The differences between market value and appraised value depend on the local market, so they can match, or either one can be higher than the other. In a &ldquo;seller&rsquo;s market,&rdquo; where there is an abundance of buyers, market value will likely sit higher than the appraised value because there&rsquo;s more demand for the low inventory of homes. In a &ldquo;buyer&rsquo;s market,&rdquo; where there are more homes than there are buyers, the market value is more likely to sit below the appraised value to entice buyers.</p></div>

Q: Does board and batten increase home value?

• <div><p>If <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-install-board-batten-siding.htm">installing board and batten</a> fixes an issue with the home, it could increase the value, but it isn&rsquo;t commonly installed for that purpose. Board and batten is an aesthetic choice and, like most aesthetic choices, will do little to raise your home&rsquo;s value. That being said, certain design elements can help attract more buyers, even if your home&rsquo;s price won&rsquo;t see a noticeable bump. </p></div>

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Last update on November 27, 2025

Reviewed in November 2023
The estimate that was gave was reasonable came back in a timely manner to get the job done was respectful of property
Topkote patching & sealing
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Reviewed in October 2021
This was the worst experience I have ever dealt with. Dave and his "wife" met me at a property I owned that was under contract to sell, I explained this was an FHA loan and the appraiser wanted some chipped and peeling paint repaired, he also wanted an outside balcony railing reinforced. The...
Dave's Paint & Restorations
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Reviewed in February 2021
Isaac was fantastic, fitting me in his schedule with short notice from me. I am considering a large home in SW Virginia and he did an excellent job helping me make a sound, objective decision. Lots of details and pictures presented in the report. He went well beyond what other inspectors have...
ION Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2020
The heat went out in a rental property on on a cold, rainy Saturday. I found Reed s Heating and Cooling via Home Advisor. Craig Reed scheduled a time to come that same day. He arrived as scheduled, found a temporary fix for the problem, and ordered the parts needed. He explained the estimated...
Reed's Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in March 2014
I contacted Greenstar through the Angie's List Message Center and received a response within 48 hours. We worked out a day that was convenient for me. Greenstar was very courteous and stayed in touch with me offering me earlier appointments as they opened up until the original day of service....
Greenstar Landscaping & Irrigation
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Reviewed in August 2013
When the work was completed our property was so well raked and cleaned it was almost as if nothing this massive had occurred. The Contractor(Owner) Lonnie Shinn refused to take any advance money and insisted he would only accept payment at completion IF we were completely satisfied! This is...
Shinns Tree Service
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Reviewed in December 2008
After searching for a reliable and price effective lawn care service for our multi-unit residential properties we finally decided to call Will Albin at Albin Landscaping Service Inc.. Will was very quick to respond to our call and we quickly came to a decision regarding the price to complete the...
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MoistureTech Consulting

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MoistureTech Consulting

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35 years of experience

My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.

COX & CO APPRAISERS INC

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COX & CO APPRAISERS INC

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28 years of experience

We are a leading provider of appraisals in Monongalia, Marion, Preston & Harrison counties for: Primary and Secondary Mortgages Mortgage Refinancing Employee Relocation Private Mortgage Insurance Removal(PMI) Estate Planning Divorce Settlement With three appraisers & support staff that live in the markets we serve we provide: Short Turn-Around Times Highest-Quality Appraisal Reports On-line Status Reports Electronic Ordering and Delivery Competitive Pricing Visit us on the web @ www.coxandco.net Contact: 304.292.2411 [email protected]

Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Property condition, comparables, market trends, and location influence appraisal.

Estate shutters are considered a high-end window treatment that increases home value. As previously mentioned, this project comes with an ROI of up to 75%. Shutters can also improve your home’s energy efficiency, especially if you choose PVC or faux wood shutters, which will lead to long-term savings on your energy bills.

While a finished basement adds value to your home, it is assigned a different value than space on the main floors. An appraiser will assess the square footage of a finished basement at about 50% to 60% of the value of the square footage for the rest of your home. Appraisal value for a finished basement depends on your location’s real estate market and the specifics of the basement and how it was finished.

The differences between market value and appraised value depend on the local market, so they can match, or either one can be higher than the other. In a “seller’s market,” where there is an abundance of buyers, market value will likely sit higher than the appraised value because there’s more demand for the low inventory of homes. In a “buyer’s market,” where there are more homes than there are buyers, the market value is more likely to sit below the appraised value to entice buyers.

If installing board and batten fixes an issue with the home, it could increase the value, but it isn’t commonly installed for that purpose. Board and batten is an aesthetic choice and, like most aesthetic choices, will do little to raise your home’s value. That being said, certain design elements can help attract more buyers, even if your home’s price won’t see a noticeable bump.

The Salem, WV homeowners’ guide to property appraisals

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