J Dog Residential

Fast, Independent Residential Valuations

When navigating a divorce, settling family assets, or planning a major property decision, a swift and accurate residential appraisal keeps momentum on your side. 

Dedicated exclusively to residential real estate (single-family, multi-family 2-4 units, condos, and vacant land), every appraisal delivers unbiased, market-backed clarity tailored to specific non-lender needs:

• Pre-Listing & Renovation Analysis: Clear guidance on current market value and potential ROI before listing or breaking ground.

• Divorce & Marital Dissolution: Objective, court-defensible reports that facilitate fair asset division.

• Estate Planning & Settlement: For properties owned in a trust and date-of-death valuations.

• Property Tax Appeals: Direct evidence of fair market value to challenge over-assessments.

You can expect direct communication with a licensed and certified appraiser, prompt site visits, and streamlined reporting for final, fully supported valuation reports which arrive precisely when required.

Our Residential Valuation & Measurement Services

Desktop Appraisal (No Site Visit Required)

A fast, economical valuation performed entirely from the desk. Market value is derived using verified public records, tax data, MLS history, and information provided directly by the client.

• Best For: Uncontested estate planning, preliminary decision-making, tax appeal strategy, or fast internal family assessments.

• Turnaround: Fastest turn time.

• Appraisal Fee: $190

Full Residential Appraisal (On-Site Inspection & Observation)

A comprehensive, fully defensible valuation report backed by a thorough on-site physical observation and hand-measured square footage. Because value opinions are grounded in direct observation of property condition, updates, and layout, this provides the highest level of accuracy and credibility.

• Best For: Divorce & asset division, court testimony, estate settlement, date-of-death valuation, pre-listing price strategy, and complex tax appeals.

• Appraisal Fee: $400 (Salt Lake & Utah Counties; custom quotes apply for high-end, custom, or larger properties)

Home Measurement Service (On-Site Inspection Required)

Avoid relying on inaccurate tax records. An appraiser visits the home to physically measure the exterior dimensions, providing an exact Gross Living Area (GLA) calculation; and detailed floor plan footprint (optional).

• Best For: Homeowners preparing to list, real estate agents verifying marketing square footage, or resolving tax assessment disputes.

• Fee: $150 (Salt Lake & Utah Counties)

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Every property is unique. Call, text, or email today to discuss your specific situation or receive an accurate quote within minutes.