Real Estate Appraisal Services
Let us Help You Discover The Value Of Your Greatest Asset
Put our vast experience, knowledge, and education to work for you to discover the market value of your home.
Take The Mystery Out of The Home Valuation Process
I’ve built my appraisal career on educating and informing the public about the appraisal process. I’ll help you determine the market value of the home you own or want to buy all the while helping you understand the process.
- Reasonable prices
- Experienced
- Professional
Why Choose Us
We'll use our experience and education to help you understand your home's value.
We know that the appraisal process can be confusing. That’s why we treat our clients like family and take the time necessary to explain exactly how we arrive at the value of your home.
- Designated through The Appraisal Institute
- Over 35 years of experience
- Experienced in mortgage appraisals and private work
- Knowledgeable in all areas of residential appraising
Appraisals Completed
Years experience
Highly Rated
With over 80 postive Google Reviews our service is highly rated.
A phone call away
We're available to answer any questions you may have about the appraisal process. Call us at (205)243-9304.
35+ Years Experience
Experienced in appraising single family homes, 2-4 family homes, manufactured homes, condominiums, and vacant land.
Appraisal Experience
Who we are
We are dedicated to educating and informing the public about the appraisal process
With over 35 years of appraisal experience, Tom Horn is dedicated to educating and informing the public about the appraisal process.
We don’t just do the appraisal and then not explain how we came up with our value. We want our clients to understand how we arrived at the value we did. Sometimes this takes a little more time, however, it pays off by having a satisfied client who is more knowledgeable after the experience compared to when they first came to us.
8:00 — 5:00
205-243-9304
Our services
We serve all kinds of customers
Our customers range from Homeowners to Realtors to Lenders. If you need a residential appraisal we can help!
Homeowners
We offer pre-listing/FSBO appraisals, cash-purchase valuations, divorce and estate appraisals, probate support, tax-appeal help, and PMI-removal valuations so you understand your home’s value and make confident decisions.
Realtors
We provide pre-listing and post-listing appraisals as well as home measurement services to help agents market and sell their listings.
Lenders
We perform appraisals for various banks and mortgage companies. From Conventional to FHA to USDA and REO appraisals.
Call now to order an appraisal
Ordering an appraisal is as easy as picking up the phone. We’ll collect the basic information necessary to help you get started.
Years in business
Put our experience to work to help you understand your home's value.
Appraisals completed
We've completed over 8,000 appraisals. Let our knowledge help you avoid over paying or under pricing in today's constantly changing real estate market.
Get started Today! We're just a phone call away
205-243-9304
Testimonials
Find out what past clients Are Saying
Posted on Mason SandersTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom was very helpful for me on getting much more detail on a properties current and resale value. He went over the appraisal with me on multiple occasions and helped a ton.Posted on Kim SchererTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom was quick, detailed and fabulous to work with!! He’s very knowledgeable, honest, and always great to work with!!Posted on Ali CarsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had my first experience working with Tom Horn, and it was fantastic! Several agents in my office recommended him for floor plan measurements, and now I see why. I needed the square footage broken down by level to submit a listing to the MLS, but the tax records didn’t provide that detail, and the seller didn’t have their original appraisal. Tom was incredibly responsive. He followed up with a text after my voicemail and then gave me a quick call to discuss the details. He was able to head out to Springville, AL, promptly and got everything done efficiently. His pricing was very reasonable, and the whole process was smooth from start to finish. I’m grateful for his professionalism and service, and I’ll definitely call him again!Posted on William ManlyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom is an absolute professional. I've had the honor and privilege of learning from him, as he is an expert in his field. He has compassion, empathy and a true servant's heart. If you're in need of appraisal services, then you won't be disappointed by choosing Tom Horn.Posted on Brandon SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom is one of the most knowledgeable appraisers in our market and in the industry. He does a great job of explaining the process to all parties involved. His desire to educate the public and other related professionals (like real estate agents like me) and his commitment to excellence and going above and beyond is why Tom is one of my first calls when I have appraisal questions and one of the few names I give out as a recommendation. I’m very thankful to have such a knowledgeable friend in the industry.Posted on Juanakee CalhounTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom Horn was very professional and friendly from the first time we communicated until my report was delivered. He was timely and thorough in responding to me and helped me determine the type of appraisal I needed. On the day of the appraisal he arrived before the appointment time, and conducted a thorough review, measurement, and appraisal of the home inside and out. He delivered the detailed report within the timeframe that he said it would be ready, and the report captured all the pertinent information I needed. I found his price to be competitive with other home appraisers. I will definitely use Tom Horn for my future home inspections.Posted on Cindy HilbrichTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Accurate appraisals, great communication, quick turnaround - thanks Tom!Posted on Tim HawkinsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom Horn at Thomas C. Horn Real Estate Appraisal recently appraised a property for our family. He did a great job and I would highly recommend his service.Posted on Leane RandleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a busy REALTOR®, I rely on top-notch professionals to ensure my listings are accurately priced. Tom recently did a pre-listing appraisal for a new listing I have coming up in the Inverness area of Shelby County, AL. It was a challenging valuation due to the wide range of home prices in the subdivision and a significant discrepancy in square footage between past listings and tax records. Tom’s expertise was invaluable—he provided a thorough, well-supported appraisal, and the value came in higher than I expected. Plus, he confirmed the home has over 3,000 more square feet than previously recorded! I love providing these extra services for my clients, and Tom made it seamless. Highly recommend!Posted on Ron MaddoxTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was very pleased with the appraisal provided by Tom Horn. I am considering a reverse mortgage but decided I needed to get our house appraised before determining whether to move forward or not. I contacted Tom Horn based on reviews of his work. I knew the number I needed but did not provide it to him because I wanted an unbiased appraisal. His appraisal was very detail, and he compared it to recently sold five houses in proximity to ours. I definitely recommend Tom Horn for anyone needing a fair home appraisal.
“Tom has been highly recommended for many years and for good reason. He is timely, professional, and competent – and he knows the market better than most. If you need an appraiser that understand market conditions, communicates well and treats everyone involved in a transaction fairly, Tom is your guy!”
“I have had the pleasure of working with Tom Horn as an appraiser many times throughout the years. Tom is not only a professional when it comes to his appraisal business, but he also enjoys teaching individuals within our industry. A few months ago, Tom came to my office to teach my agents ‘How to Pull Comps like An Appraiser’, this class was a great success all due to Tom’s knowledge and love of his job!”
“Tom is very experienced, knowledgeable, and just a great guy. He always has his pulse on the real estate market to ensure his valuations are as accurate as possible!”
