PRE-INSPECTION AGREEMENT
FOR HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
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(Hereinafter Called " Inspector") RDHI Enterprises, Inc. |
(Hereinafter Called "Client") |
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For and in consideration of the promises and terms of this Agreement for Home Inspection Services (this” Agreement’’), Inspector and Client hereby agree as follow -
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1. Inspector agrees to perform a visual inspection of the subject house and to provide Client with a written inspection report identifying the major deficiencies. This inspection will be of the readily accessible areas Of the house and is limited to visual observations of apparent condition existing at the time of the inspection only. The written report will include the following systems and items only. -
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Structural Components Grounds Foundation -
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Exterior Structure Attic Drainage Insulation and Ventilation Interior Electrical Basement or Crawl Space Roof Fireplace Built-in Appliances
2. Systems and items which are EXCLUDED from this inspection include, but are not limited to the following: recreational and playground facilities, including ,but not limited to tennis courts and swimming pools; geological areas and soil conditions; sprinkler systems (fire and lawn); solar systems; water wells; below ground septic or drainage systems; smoke detectors; wiring not part of the primary electrical distribution systems, including but not limited to intercoms, cable TV, security systems, and audio systems; portable appliances, including, but not limited to washers and dryers and window air conditioning unit; and any items considered cosmetic. Any comments about the foregoing excluded systems and items are informational only and are not part of the inspection. The presence or absence of pests such as wood damaging organisms, rodents or insects is EXCLUDED from this inspection. The presence of such pests may be noted for informational purposes only. The CLIENT is urged to contact a reputable and licensed specialist if identification and extermination of the pests is desired. -
3. Inspector is authorized to disclose any and all items in the inspection.
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4 4. The inspection and report will be performed in a manner consistent with the standards of the American Society of Home Inspectors (‘’ASHI’’) and the terms used in this Agreement shall have the same meaning given them in the ASHI standards. The inspection and report are performed and prepared for sole, confidential and exclusive use and possession of the Client. Inspector accepts no responsibility for use or misinterpretation by third parties. -
5. INSPECTOR is not required to move personal property, debris, furniture, equipment, carpeting or materials which may impede access or limit visibility. Major deficiencies and defects which are latent or concealed are excluded from the inspection. The inspection is not intended to be technically exhaustive. Equipment and systems will not be dismantled. The inspection report is not a compliance inspection for any governmental codes or regulation.
6. The inspection and report do not address, and are not intended to address, the possible presence of or danger from asbestos, radon gas, lead paint, formaldehyde, pesticides, toxic or flammable chemicals, water or air borne related illness or disease, and all other similar or potentially harmfully substances. The Client is urged to contact a reputable specialist if information, identification, or testing for the foregoing is desired.
7. Neither the inspection nor the inspection report is a warranty, express or implied, regarding the adequacy, performance or condition of any inspected structure, item or system. The inspection and report are not intended to reflect the value of the premises, or to make any representation as to the advisability or inadvisability of purchase or suitability for use.
8. The parties agree, inspector’s liability for mistakes or omissions in this inspection report is to a refund of the fee paid for the this inspection and report. The liability of inspector’s principals, agents, and employees is also limited to the fee paid. This limitation applies to anyone who is damaged or pays expenses of any kind because of mistakes or omissions in this inspection and report. This liability limitation is binding on Client and Clients’ Spouses, heirs, principals, assigns and anyone else who otherwise claims through Client. Client assumes the risk of all losses greater than the fee paid for the inspection. Client agrees to immediately accept a refund of the fee as full settlement of any and all claims which may ever arise from this inspection.
9. This agreement represents the entire agreement between the inspector and the client. No change or modification shall be enforceable against either party unless such change or modification is in writing and signed by both the inspector and the client. This agreement shall be binding upon enforce by the parties, and their heirs, executors, administrator, successors and assigns.
10. Payment is due upon completion of the inspection.
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Client (s) Client (s)
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Inspector Client (s) Representative
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