Inmeten op afstand — a complete, practical guide. Here is what you need to know, what to watch for, and how to get the best result for your project.
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Whether you need a quick Inmeten op afstand or a full technical drawing, the process stays fast, transparent and reliable.
Inmeten op afstand is at the heart of what we do — from first sketch to listing-ready files, every project is handled with accuracy, speed and attention to detail.
Remote Measuring: How We Deliver an Accurate Measure Report for Funda Within 24 Hours — Without a Site Visit
You know the scenario. A new listing lands on your desk. The seller wants it live on Funda this week. The photos are scheduled.
The description is nearly written. Then you hit the wall: the meetrapport. A proper NEN 2580 measurement takes time, and your schedule is packed.
Sending a colleague to the property costs hours. Booking a specialist can take days. The listing slows down. The seller gets impatient.
There is a better way. We offer inmeten op afstand — remote measurement that delivers a Funda-ready meetstaat within 24 hours. No site visit required.
No scheduling conflicts. Just accurate, compliant floor plans delivered overnight.
Here is how we do it, and why makelaars across the Netherlands trust us with their listings.

What Exactly Is Inmeten op Afstand?
Remote measuring means we produce your NEN 2580 meetrapport and plattegrond without stepping onto the property. You send us the existing building data — old floor plans, CAD files, builder drawings, or even rough sketches. We handle the rest.
Download the ChecklistThis works because most homes in the Netherlands already have accurate dimensional data somewhere. The oorspronkelijke bouwtekening exists. The previous meetrapport exists. Or the property matches a standard layout we can redraw with precision.
Our team references these sources, applies NEN 2580 rules, and produces a complete meetstaat funda that meets every portal requirement. The result is identical to what you would get from an on-site measurement — minus the waiting time.
When Does Remote Measuring Make Sense?
Not every property suits remote inmeten. But many do. Consider these scenarios:
Standard residential layouts — Row houses, apartments, and terraced homes with consistent floor plans.
Properties with existing drawings — When the current owner or the VvE has building documentation available.
Relisting situations — The property was measured before, but the drawing needs updating or reformatting.
Portfolio bulk work — You manage multiple listings and need consistent, fast turnarounds.
For complex or unusual properties, we will tell you honestly. An on-site visit is sometimes necessary. But for the majority of Dutch housing stock, remote measurement delivers the same accuracy at a fraction of the turnaround time.
The 24-Hour Overnight Production Engine
Our speed is not a marketing claim. It is a production system. We call it the Overnight Production Engine, and it works like this:
You send your raw sketches, old drawings, or point cloud data before 17:00 CET. Our team in Nepal — operating in a time zone that aligns perfectly with the European evening — gets to work immediately. Before you wake up, your Funda-ready files are in your inbox.
That means you can list a property on Funda the very next morning. No lost days. No frustrated sellers. No "we are waiting on the measurement" conversations.

File Formats That Work With Every Platform
We do not lock you into a single format. Your meetrapport and plattegrond come in every format the Dutch market demands:
Floorplanner (FML/FMT) — Directly exportable to Funda and Jaap with zero conversion issues.
AutoCAD (DWG/DXF) — For your records, for architects, or for future renovation work.
SketchUp — For 3D visualizations and marketing materials.
PDF — For the seller, for the notaris, or for your own file.
Every file is CAD/GIS ready. Every file is compliant with Funda Compleet requirements. You upload, you publish, you move on to the next listing.
NEN 2580 Compliance — The Details That Matter
You know the standard. Your clients might not. The NEN 2580 norm defines how usable floor area is measured in the Netherlands. It determines the gebruiksoppervlakte wonen, the gross floor area, and everything in between.
Get it wrong, and you face consequences. Funda rejects the listing. The buyer challenges the measurements.
The NVM questions your compliance. Your reputation takes a hit.
Our team applies NEN 2580 down to the centimeter. We calculate GO (gebruiksoppervlakte wonen) separately from BVO (bruto vloeroppervlakte). We document overige inpandige ruimte, gebouwgebonden buitenruimte like balconies, and externe bergruimte such as detached sheds. We even calculate the inhoud in cubic meters when required.
Here is a detail many measurement services miss: NEN 2580 requires you to deduct certain areas from the usable surface. Stairwells below 1.5 meters, for instance, do not count fully. Neither do spaces under sloped roofs below the 1.5-meter mark. A remote measurement service that ignores these rules produces a meetrapport that will fail inspection.
We know these rules. We apply them consistently. Your listings pass Funda's checks the first time — every time.
The 4-Eye Quality Control Principle
Accuracy is not a solo effort. Every meetstaat we produce passes through two independent reviews before it reaches you. Our 4-Eye Quality Control Principle means a second specialist checks every measurement, every calculation, and every annotation.
This is why our Funda upload rejection rate sits at 0%. We have delivered over 100,000 floor plans. We know the portal requirements inside out. And we never let a drawing leave our studio unless it is perfect.
A Real Case: The 2D Funda Floor Plan Redraw
Let us show you this in practice. A few weeks ago, a Dutch makelaar contacted us with a challenge. They had a listing going live in two days. The property had old paper drawings — nothing digital, nothing Funda-ready.
They sent us photographs of the original bouwtekening plus their own rough measurements. The property was a standard 1930s row house in Utrecht. Nothing unusual, but the drawings needed complete reconstruction.
We received the files at 16:30 CET. Our team redrew the entire property — every wall, every door, every window. We calculated the GO and BVO according to NEN 2580. We annotated every room with its correct Dutch name: woonkamer, keuken, slaapkamer 1, badkamer, overloop.
The finished 2D Funda floor plan was in their inbox at 07:50 CET the next morning. The makelaar uploaded it to Funda before their first coffee. The listing went live the same day.
That is the service. That is the speed. No site visit.
No scheduling. Just a complete, compliant, professional result delivered overnight.
Why Makelaars Choose Remote Measurement
The benefits go beyond speed. Consider what a remote inmeten op afstand service means for your practice:
Cost Efficiency Without Quality Loss
On-site measurement specialists charge premium rates. Their travel time, their scheduling overhead, their equipment — you pay for all of it. Our offshore production model delivers the same NEN 2580 accuracy at a fraction of the cost. You save money on every listing.
Scalability for Busy Periods
Spring is brutal in the Dutch property market. Listings pile up. Measurement demand spikes.
With our 24-hour turnaround, you can take on more listings without hiring more staff. We scale with your workload.
Consistency Across Your Portfolio
Every plattegrond we deliver follows the same house style. The same fonts. The same annotation system.
The same measurement presentation. Your listings look professional and consistent — a subtle signal to buyers that you run a serious operation.
What About the Risk?
You might wonder: "Is remote measurement really as accurate as on-site work?" Fair question. Here is our honest answer.
Remote measurement is only as good as the source data. When you send us reliable building drawings, the results match on-site measurements. When the source data is weak, we tell you upfront.
We also offer a free sample drawing. Send us one property. Let us prove our accuracy before you commit to anything.
That removes the risk entirely. You see the quality, you check the measurements, and you decide.
This is not a new service. We have been producing Funda-ready floor plans since 2015. Over 200 clients across the Netherlands and Australia trust us with their listings.
Our Trustpilot score is 98% positive. Our Google rating is 4.9 out of 5.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does inmeten op afstand work without visiting the property?
You send us existing building data — old drawings, CAD files, rough sketches, or even clear photographs of the original bouwtekening. Our team reconstructs the property digitally, applies NEN 2580 measurement rules, and delivers a complete Funda-ready meetrapport and plattegrond.
Is a remote NEN 2580 meetrapport accepted by Funda?
Yes. Funda does not require on-site verification. The portal checks for correct file formats, accurate measurements, and proper labeling. Our meetstaat files meet every Funda requirement, which is why our rejection rate is 0%.
What source documents do you need from me?
The more you provide, the faster we work. Ideal sources include the original bouwtekening, previous measurement reports, CAD files, or GIS data. Even rough sketches with basic dimensions help. We work with whatever you have.
How fast can you deliver a Funda-ready floor plan?
Standard delivery is 24 hours. Send your files before 17:00 CET and receive your completed plattegrond before 08:00 CET the next morning. For urgent requests, contact us on WhatsApp and we will see what we can do.
What file formats do you deliver?
We deliver Floorplanner (FML/FMT), AutoCAD (DWG/DXF), SketchUp, and PDF. Every format is Funda-compatible and CAD/GIS ready. You choose what you need.
How do you calculate GO and BVO correctly?
We apply NEN 2580 rules precisely. GO (gebruiksoppervlakte wonen) includes all usable indoor space above 1.5 meters. BVO (bruto vloeroppervlakte) includes the full floor area measured to the outer walls. Deductions for sloped ceilings and stairwells are calculated exactly as the norm requires.
What if my property has complex features?
Send us the drawings and let us assess. We handle most standard Dutch housing types remotely. For truly unique properties, we will recommend an on-site measurement instead. We would rather lose a job than deliver an inaccurate report.
Can I test your service before committing?
Absolutely. We offer a free sample drawing. Send us one property and see the quality for yourself.
No obligation, no pressure. Contact us on WhatsApp to get started.
Ready to Speed Up Your Listings?
Your sellers want speed. Funda wants accuracy. You want both. Our inmeten op afstand service delivers exactly that — a compliant, professional NEN 2580 meetrapport within 24 hours, without a single site visit.
Join the 200+ makelaars who trust Dream Chaser Nepal with their floor plans. Get your free sample drawing today and see the difference overnight production makes.
Key Takeaways
Inmeten op afstand should never slow your listing down. With accurate measurement, clean files and a reliable 24-hour turnaround, your property is ready to market the moment you need it.
Have questions? Message us on WhatsApp at +31 97 010268120 — we respond within the hour during CET business hours.