5 Best Real Estate Appraisal Services in Seattle (2026)

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By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Real estate appraisal services in Seattle aren't a one-size job. A refinance needs a licensed appraiser, a fence dispute needs a boundary survey, and a remodel needs as-built measurements before a permit gets touched. The names on this page cover that whole range, and between them they've logged 192 Google reviews with ratings running from 4.2 up to a perfect 5.0.

Short answer: SALISH GEO and As Builts - Precision Property Measurements both hold a perfect 5.0 rating, the former a Tacoma-based land surveyor (51 reviews) known for boundary work, the latter a Seattle as-built measurement firm (21 reviews) used ahead of remodels and permits. For a straightforward home appraisal, Premium Appraisal (4.9, 31 reviews) is the dedicated licensed appraiser on this list. Confirm which specific service you need, appraisal, survey, or as-built drawing, before you call, since these firms don't all do the same job.

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1. SALISH GEO
2. Premium Appraisal
3. Inspectify
4. Terrane
5. As Builts
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Seattle's Property Valuation and Survey Services Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	SALISH GEO	5.0 ★	51	Boundary surveys / property lines	View ›
2	Premium Appraisal	4.9 ★	31	Licensed home appraisals	View ›
3	Inspectify	4.2 ★	51	Tech-enabled inspection and valuation	View ›
4	Terrane	4.4 ★	38	Commercial and development surveys	View ›
5	As Builts - Precision Property Measurements	5.0 ★	21	As-built drawings for remodels and permits	View ›

5 Best Real Estate Appraisal Services in Seattle (2026)

The five worth calling

#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

SALISH GEO

5.051 Google reviews

SALISH GEO is a land surveying and mapping firm based in Tacoma, serving both Seattle and Tacoma, specializing in boundary determination, topographic mapping, subdivisions, and condominium surveys. The firm uses both conventional techniques and LiDAR/photogrammetry, and quotes a current lead time of one to three weeks. It's a small operation, with reviewers consistently naming the same surveyor, Ryan, across jobs.

What people praise

Takes on rural or unconventional lots other surveyors have declined
Reviewers praise clear communication and prompt filing of survey records
Field crews described as professional even in difficult weather conditions
Sturdy, easy-to-see boundary markers noted by multiple clients

Worth knowing

Most recent review activity dates back several months, so check current availability

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating5 / 5

Review volume51 · 95th

Confidenceearly

Recency7 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

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Our take: SALISH GEO holds a perfect 5.0 across 51 reviews. It's the pick specifically for establishing or marking property boundaries, not for a standard mortgage appraisal.

Website +1253-237-2374 Directions

3815 S Othello St Ste 100 330, Seattle, WA 98118

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Premium Appraisal

4.931 Google reviews

Premium Appraisal is a certified residential appraisal firm based in Kirkland, serving the greater Seattle area and nine counties around Puget Sound. The team, led by appraiser Payam Parang, cites nearly 80 years of combined appraisal experience across its staff. This is the most straightforward fit on this page if what you need is a licensed home valuation for a refinance, sale, or estate matter.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently name Payam directly and describe fast turnaround
Detailed, well-explained appraisal reports
Responsive even outside standard business hours, per multiple reviews
Reasonable, clearly communicated pricing

Worth knowing

Smaller firm, so scheduling flexibility may be more limited during busy seasons

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume31 · 82nd

Confidenceearly

Recency5 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: Premium Appraisal is the clearest licensed-appraiser option here, holding a 4.9 rating across 31 reviews, all naming the same responsive, thorough service.

Website +1425-821-7472 Directions

4055 Lake Washington Blvd NE #100, Kirkland, WA 98033

#3🕑 Open 7 days

Inspectify

4.251 Google reviews

Inspectify is a national property inspection and valuation platform with a downtown Seattle office, built around a network of field inspectors and standardized digital reporting. The company serves real estate brokerages, lenders, and property managers as well as individual homeowners, offering inspection reports, valuation services, and rehab-scope tools on one platform. It runs extended hours, including Sunday coverage.

What people praise

One reviewer specifically praised a named inspector's thoroughness on a multi-property account
Fast scheduling, often within 24 hours
National network means broad coverage beyond just the Seattle area

Worth knowing

Multiple reviewers describe rushed or incomplete inspections and scheduling cancellations
Complaints about AI-generated report quality and refund handling appear in more than one review

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.2 / 5

Review volume51 · 95th

Confidenceearly

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown78% 5-star

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Our take: Inspectify holds the lowest rating on this page at 4.2 across 51 reviews. The reviews are polarized, strong praise for specific inspectors alongside real complaints about scheduling and report quality, so ask which inspector will be assigned before booking.

Website +1855-271-6876 Directions

506 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98104

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Terrane

4.438 Google reviews

Terrane is a Bellevue-based land and real estate surveying firm serving commercial, residential, land use, construction, and telecom clients across the region. Reviewers describe ongoing relationships, with one client on their fifth project with the firm, which points to a company built for repeat commercial and development work rather than one-off residential jobs. The firm quotes pricing after comparing against competitors on a project basis.

What people praise

Responsive account team, with same-day or next-day contact after an inquiry
Reviewers cite competitive pricing after comparing multiple surveyors
Handles a range of project types from residential lots to larger development work
Repeat commercial clients cite consistent quality across multiple projects

Worth knowing

A handful of lower ratings appear in the distribution alongside the mostly five-star reviews

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume38 · 87th

Confidenceearly

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown82% 5-star

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Our take: Terrane sits at a 4.4 rating across 38 reviews. It's best suited to commercial or development-scale survey work rather than a simple residential appraisal.

Website +1425-458-4488 Directions

11235 SE 6th St, Bellevue, WA 98004

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

As Builts - Precision Property Measurements

5.021 Google reviews

As Builts - Precision Property Measurements is a Seattle-based as-built surveying and drafting firm serving the Pacific Northwest, producing measured drawings, 3D laser scans, and BIM models for remodel and construction projects. The firm uses point-cloud scanning technology to document existing conditions before design work begins, and reviewers consistently work with a team member named Colin. It's a service most relevant before a permit application or architectural redesign, not a standard market-value appraisal.

What people praise

Pricing structure described as simple and easy to customize per project
Willing to serve outside its core coverage area when asked
Reviewers highlight clean, well-organized deliverables that integrate into design workflows
Consistent, responsive communication praised across multiple reviews

Worth knowing

Limited weekday office hours listed, so confirm scheduling in advance

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating5 / 5

Review volume21 · 68th

Confidenceearly

Recency6 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: As Builts holds a perfect 5.0 across 21 reviews. It's the right call specifically when you need measured drawings ahead of a remodel, not a market valuation.

Website +1206-594-3366 Directions

10015 Lake City Way NE Ste 447, Seattle, WA 98125

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How we rank these

We score every firm on its live Google rating, how many clients have actually left a review, how recently people are still reviewing it, and how complete its public listing is (website, phone, hours). Confidence weights the star rating against review volume, so a 5.0 built on 51 reviews counts differently than one built on 21. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a property valuation cost in Seattle? (2026)

Cost depends heavily on which service you need. A licensed appraisal for a refinance or sale is priced differently than a boundary survey or as-built drawing package, and firms on this page price by project scope rather than a flat rate.

Serving all of Seattle

These five reach across the greater Seattle area and into Puget Sound, from Kirkland and Bellevue to Tacoma and Pierce County. Whichever service you need, confirm the firm covers your specific neighborhood or county before scheduling, since a few operate primarily out of a single home office.

What to ask before you hire a property valuation or survey service

Is this specifically a licensed appraisal, a boundary survey, or an as-built drawing service?
What’s the typical turnaround time for my type of project?
Is the appraiser or surveyor licensed in Washington State?
What’s the total cost, and does it change based on property size or complexity?
Do you serve my specific neighborhood or county?
Will I be working with the same person throughout, or handed off to a field crew?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these property valuation and survey services?

We pulled real estate appraisers, land surveyors, and property valuation firms in Seattle with a meaningful Google review base, then ranked by real rating, review volume, and how recently people are still reviewing.

How often is this updated?

This page was last verified in August 2026 using live Google data. We recheck ratings and review counts periodically to keep it current.

Do I need an appraiser or a surveyor for a refinance?

A refinance typically requires a licensed appraisal for market value, not a boundary survey. Premium Appraisal is the dedicated licensed appraiser on this list.

What’s an as-built drawing, and when do I need one?

An as-built drawing documents a property’s existing conditions and measurements, typically needed before a remodel or permit application. As Builts specializes in this service.

Which service is best for a property line dispute?

SALISH GEO and Terrane are both land surveying firms that handle boundary determination and property line marking.

The bottom line

Match the service to the job: Premium Appraisal for a straightforward licensed valuation, SALISH GEO or Terrane for boundary work, and As Builts for pre-remodel drawings. Confirm licensing and turnaround time upfront, since the right fit here depends entirely on what you’re trying to accomplish.

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