Standard Inspection Agreement   

In consideration of the promise and terms of this agreement, the parties agree as follows:

1.   Prior to the start of the inspection, the client will pay the sum of $__________ for the 

      inspection of the “Property,” being the residence and garage or carport, if applicable, 

      located at _______________________________________________________________

      _______________________________________________________________________ 

2.  The Inspector will perform a visual inspection and prepare a written report of the apparent

     condition of the readily accessible installed systems and components of the property

     existing at the time of the inspection. Latent and concealed defects and deficiencies are

     excluded from the inspection

3.  The parties agree that the “Standards of Practice” (the “Standards”) shall define the

     standard of duty and the conditions, limitations, and exclusions of the inspection and are

     incorporated by reference herein. If the state where the inspection is performed imposes

     more stringent standards or administrative rule, then those standards shall define the

     standard of duty and the conditions, limitations, and exclusions of the inspection.

4.  The parties agree and understand that the Inspector and its employees and its agents

     assume no liability or responsibility for the costs of repairing or replacing any unreported

     defects or deficiencies either current or arising in the future or any property damage,

     consequential damage or bodily injury of any nature. If repairs or replacement are done

     without giving the Inspector the required notice, the Inspector will have no liability to the

     Client.

5.  The parties agree and understand the Inspector is not an insurer or guarantor against

     defects in the structure, items, components, or systems inspected. INSPECTOR MAKES NO

     WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE FITNESS FOR USE, CONDITION,

     PERFORMANCE OR ADEQUACY OF ANY INSPECTED STRUCTURE, ITEM, COMPONENT, OR 

     SYSTEM.

6.  If Client is married or in a relationship with significant other, Client represents that this

     obligation is a family obligation incurred in the interest of the family.

7.  This Agreement, including the Additional Terms and Conditions contained herein represents

     the entire agreement between the parties and there are no other agreements either written

     or oral between them. This agreement shall be amended only by written agreement signed

     by both parties. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the 

     laws of the State of the inspected residence, and if that State’s laws or regulations are more

    stringent than the forms of the agreement, the State law or rule shall govern.

                                Additional Terms, Conditions, and Limitations

8.  Systems, items and conditions which are not within the scope of the building inspection

     include but are not limited to: radon, formaldehyde, lead paint, asbestos, toxic or flammable

     materials, mold, fungi, other environmental hazards; pest infestation; security; and fire

     protection systems; household appliances; humidifiers; paint, wall paper and other

     treatments to windows, interior walls, ceilings, and floors; recreational equipment or

     facilities; pool or spa water purification systems including but not limited to ozone

     generators/ salt water treatments; underground storage tanks, energy efficiency

     measurements; motion or photo-electric sensor lighting; concealed or private secured

     systems; water wells; overflow drains; heating system accessories; solar heating systems;

     heat exchangers; sprinkling systems; water softener or purification systems; central vacuum

     systems; telephone, intercom, cable TV, satellite, internet connectivity, antennae or

     antennae grounding system, lightning arrestors, electrical load controllers, standby

     generator either fixed or portable; trees or plants; governing codes, ordinances, statutes,

     and covenants; and manufacturer specifications, recalls, and EIFS. Client understands that

     these systems, items, and conditions are excepted from this inspection. Any general

     comment about these systems, items and conditions of the written are informal only and DO

     NOT represent an inspection.

9.  The Inspection and report are performed and prepared for the sole and exclusive use of the

     client. No other or person or entity may rely on the report issued pursuant to this

     Agreement. In the event that any person, not a party to this Agreement, makes any claim

     against Inspector, its employees or agents, arising out of the services performed by the

     Inspector under this Agreement, the Client agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless

     Inspector from any and all damages, expenses, costs, and attorney fees arising from such a

     claim.

10. The Inspector will not include an appraisal of the value of the survey. The written report is

     not a compliance inspection or certification for past or present governmental codes or

     regulations of any kind.

11. In the event of a claim by the client that an installed system or component of the premises

     which was inspected by the Inspector was not in the condition reported by the inspector,

     The Client agrees to notify the inspector at least 72 hours prior to repairing or replacing

     such a system or component. The Client further agrees that the Inspector is liable only if

     there has been a complete failure to follow the standards adhered to in the report or State

     law. Furthermore, any legal action must be brought within two (2) years from the date of the

     inspection, or will be deemed waived and forever barred.

12. This inspection does not determine whether the property is insurable.

Client’s signature indicates that they have read, understand and consent to this Agreement and all Terms and Conditions contained herein in its entirety.

Name___________________________________________ Client Present for Inspection?_____

Signature________________________________________ Date_________________________

Address_______________________________________________________________________

Agents Name_____________________________________ Agent Present for Inspection?_____

Inspector’s Signature______________________________________ Date__________________