On the day of the property appraisal, one of our local real estate agents will spend around an hour assessing your home. We’ll then review sales data of similar local properties to determine how much your home is worth in the current housing market. Once complete, we’ll provide you with a detailed written report containing your home’s estimated price. 

Including the time spent scheduling an appointment, you can expect to receive your final report within a few days.

Read our guide to learn more about what to expect from an appraisal.

A Tremains appraisal starts with an in-person assessment. Your home's location, size, features, condition, and any improvements you've made all play an important role in how property value is assessed.

Following this, we'll compare your property to current market trends and recent sales data for similar properties in your area that have comparable features (number of bedrooms and bathrooms, size, and so on). Adjusting for any differences between homes, we'll deliver a final property price estimate in our report.

An appraisal provides an up-to-date price range for listing a home for sale, taking into account important factors such as location, condition, local market trends, and more. 

A Tremains appraisal gives you a clearer idea of where your property sits in the current market.

Yes, they are generally accurate if conducted correctly by a real estate agent who understands the local area and the changing market and has access to useful, high-quality comparable sales data. 

With nearly five decades of experience selling properties for clients, Tremains can give you a clear, market-informed view of what your property may be worth and what to consider before selling.

Our real estate appraisal services are free for any vendor looking to sell their home or investment property in Hawkes Bay, Horowhenua, Rotorua, Taupō, Manawatu, and the Wairarapa.

Contact us today for your free house appraisal.

You can increase the value of your property through renovation or adding new features. If you make these property upgrades, make sure you document the details as proof. General, small improvements (such as trimming the lawn and keeping the home in good condition) can also help increase your property's value.

Read our top tips on increasing your home's value for more information.

Although often used interchangeably, an appraisal and a valuation differ. A home appraisal is an estimate of your property's value, typically conducted by a real estate company for clients, and usually free of charge. 

A valuation is a more formal, precise process that can only be conducted by a valuer registered under the Valuers Act 1948. Property valuations are not typically free, and are commonly utilised by potential buyers because they function as a legally binding document when applying for home loans. 

Learn more in our guide about the differences between home appraisals and valuations.