Ruut24 real estate measurement guide -
7 simple steps
How to make a sketch of a property plan?
Before you start, make sure you have:
pencil, measuring tape or laser distance meter, squared paper.
You can also use white paper, but it is easier to mark on squared paper - for example, you can use approximately 1 square=1 step or
2 squares=1 step. The sketch does not have to be perfect, measurements, details and legible handwriting are more important.
1 / Start with the outer walls
Always start with the outer walls: in the case of a private house, go outside and walk around the house from the outside.
Start from the bottom side of the paper, but also leave a margin for the protruding parts. In the case of an apartment, also draw the outer walls first
2 / Windows and exterior doors
Mark the locations of windows and exterior doors on the exterior walls of the house, you don't need to measure yet
3 / Interior walls and doors
Next, mark the locations of interior walls and doors on the sketch
4 / Measurement
Now that the walls, windows and doors have been marked on the sketch, you need to start measuring.
It is easiest to do this with a laser range finder, but a regular tape measure is also suitable. Rule of thumb: the more measurements the better
5 / Details
Draw on the sketch the various details that you want to highlight and measure them (kitchen surface, sink, stove, refrigerator, wardrobes, beds, etc.)
6 / Label
In clear handwriting, mark everything you want on the layout: e.g. room names and other necessary things. In the case of several floors, be sure to mark which floor it is
7 / Save and send
Scan the plan or take a picture of it and send it via the order form on ruut24.com
Price calculation and placing an order
