Home Inspection Agreement
INSPECTION AGREEMENT
THIS IS A LEGALLY BINDING CONTRACT PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY
*Will be available for review and signature on site*
Address of Structure to be Inspected:
Inspection Fee:
Client requests a visual inspection of the structure identified at the above address by MISSION Home Inspections hereinafter collectively referred
as the “Company” and Client hereby represents and warrants that all approvals necessary have been secured for the Company’s entrance on to the
Client warrants that (a) Client has read this Agreement carefully, (b) Client understands the Client is bound by all the terms of this Agreement, and (c)
Client will read the entire Inspection Report and follow every recommendation for repairs, maintenance, safety or further evaluation by a specialist.
Furthermore, Client agrees that if such action is not undertaken and documented that the Company shall be held harmless for any subsequently alleged
defects or deficiencies regarding that specific component/system or condition.
CONFIDENTIAL REPORT: Client understands that the inspection and the Inspection Report are performed and prepared for Client’s sole,
confidential use. Client agrees that Client will not transfer, disseminate or otherwise disclose any part of the Inspection Report to any other persons.
The ONLY exceptions to this non-disclosure are as follows: (a) one copy may be provided to the current Seller (b) one copy may be provided to the
Real Estate Agent directly representing Client and/or Client’s lending institution for the use in the Client’s transaction only. (c) one copy may be
provided to the Attorney directly representing Client. IN THE EVENT THAT ANYONE OR ANY ENTITY CLAIMS DAMEGES AS ARESULT
OF THE RELIANCE UPON THE INSPECTION REPORT, AND SEEKS RECOMPENSE FOR SAID DAMAGES FROM THE COMPANY, Client
agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold Company and/or Inspector harmless from any third party claims arising out of Client’s unauthorized distribution
of the Inspection Report, including, but not limited to, any claims caused by the alleged negligence, breach of contract, fraud, misrepresentation, or any
Company agrees to perform a limited visual inspection of the structure at the above address and to provide Client with a written opinion as to the
apparent general condition of the structure’s components and systems, including identification of significant observable deficiencies, as they exist at
the time of the inspection. The inspection will be performed in a manner consistent with the Standards of Practice of the American Society of Home
Inspectors (ASHI). A copy of these standards is attached to the Inspection Agreement
SCOPE OF INSPECTION: The inspection only includes those systems and components expressly and specifically identified in the inspection
report. Any area, which is not exposed to view, is concealed, is inaccessible because of soil, walls, floors, Carpets, ceilings, furnishings or any other
thing, or those areas/items, which have been excluded is not included in this inspection. The inspection does not include any destructive testing or
dismantling. In addition to the other LIMITATIONS provisions in this Agreement, Client agrees to assume all the risk for all conditions which are
concealed from view at the time of the inspection or exist in any area excluded from Inspection by the terms of this agreement. Maintenance and other
items may be discussed but will NOT form a part of the inspection report. The following areas/items, systems and components are among those NOT
Code or Zoning Violations/ Permit Research/ Building value appraisal/ADA compliance/ Repair cost estimates/ System or component installation/
Adequacy of efficiency of any system component/ prediction of life expectancy of any item/ Latent or concealed defects/ Structural, geological,
soil, wave action or hydrological stability, survey, engineering, analysis or testing/ Soil condition/ Termites or other Wood Destroying Organisms,
rodents or other pests/ Dry rot or fungus or the damage from or relating to the preceding/ Asbestos, radon gas, lead paint, mold, urea formaldehyde,
toxic or flammable chemicals, water or air quality, PCB’s or other toxins, electromagnetic fields, underground storage tanks, proximity to toxic
waste sites, Sick Building Syndrome or other environmental or health hazards/ Spas/ hot tubs/ Swimming pools/ Saunas/ Steam baths/ Fountains
or other types of or related systems or components/ Water softener or purifiers/ Private water or sewage systems/ Seawalls, docks, davits, boat
lifts or other marine equipment/ Radio controlled devices/ Telephone and cable television wiring and service/ Automatic gates/ Elevators/ Lifts/
Dumbwaiters/ Thermostatic or time clock controls/ Radiant heat systems/ Furnace heat exchanger/ Solar heating systems/ Heat pump recovery units/
Gas appliances such as fire pits, barbecues, heaters, lamps, and pool heaters/ Main gas shut off valve/ Gas leaks/ Seismic or hurricane safety/ Flood
zone determination/ Previous flood history/ Boundaries/ Easements or right of way/ Freestanding appliances and buildings and sheds/ Security system/
Fire safety/ Sprinkler Systems/ Low voltage and landscape lighting systems/ Personal property/ Items specifically noted as excluded in the inspection
report/ Odors & noise or any adverse condition that may affect the desirability of the property/ Proximity of railroad tracks or airplane routes/ Unique
or technically complex systems or components.
If inspection is desired in any of the areas/items, systems or components listed above, then Client shall contact the appropriate professionals. (Some of
the above items may be included in this inspection for additional fees-check with your inspector)
If your inspector recommends consulting other specialized experts, client must do so at client’s expense.
6.
CLIENT UNDERSTANDS THAT THE INSPECTION AND THE INSPECTION REPORT DO NOT, IN ANY WAY, CONSTITUTE A/
AN: (1) GUARANTEE, (2) WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, (3) EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY, OR (4) INSURANCE POLICY. ADDITIONALLY, NEITHER THE INSPECTION NOR THE INSPECTION
REPORT IS SUITABLE FOR ANY REAL ESTATE TRANSFER DISCLOSURES THAT MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW.
7.
The written report to be prepared by Company shall be considered the final and exclusive findings of Company of the structure. Client understands and
agrees that Client will not rely on any oral statements made by the inspector prior or subsequent to the issuance of the written Inspection Report. Client
further understands and agrees Company reserves the right to modify the inspection report for a period of time that shall not exceed two business days
after the inspection report has first been delivered to the Client.
8.
LIMITATION ON LIABILITY: It is agreed that the Company, its employees, officers, owners, and heirs, are not in anyway insurers of the property
inspected and that payments for the inspection services provided herein are based solely upon the value of those services, and it is not the intention
of the parties that the Company assume responsibility: (1) for any loss occasioned by malfeasance or misfeasance in the performance of the services
under this Agreement, (2) for any loss or damage sustained through burglary, theft, robbery, fire or other cause, or (3) for any liability on the part of
the Company by virtue of this Agreement or because of the relationship hereby established. If there shall, notwithstanding the above provision, at any
time be, or arise, any liability on the part of the Company by virtue of this Agreement, or because of the relationship hereby established, whether due
to the negligence, omission, breach of contract, misrepresentation of the Company or otherwise, such liability is, and shall be limited to, a sum equal to
the price charged for the inspection service, which sum shall be paid and received as liquidated damages. Such liability is herein set forth as liquidated
damages and not as a penalty, and this liability shall be complete and exclusive. THE COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, AND ANY SUCH WARRANTY IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED.
9.
DISPUTES: Client understands and agrees that any claim for failure to accurately report the visually discernible conditions at the subject property,
shall be made in writing and reported to the inspector within ten business days of discovery. Client further agrees that, with exception of emergency
conditions, Client or Client’s agents, employees or independent contractors will make NO alterations, modifications or repairs to the claimed
discrepancy prior to a re-inspection by the Inspector. Client understands and agrees that any failure to notify the Inspector as stated above shall
constitute a waiver of any and all claims for said failure to accurately report the condition in question.
10.
ABRITRATION: It is agreed that any dispute, controversy, interpretation or claim, including claims for, but not limited to, breach of contract, any
form of negligence, fraud or misrepresentation arising out of, from or related to, this contract or arising out of, from or related to, the inspection or
inspection report, shall be submitted to final and binding arbitration under the Rules and Procedures of the Expedited Arbitration of Home Inspection
Disputes of Construction Arbitration Services, Inc. The decision of the arbitrator appointed hereunder shall be final and binding and judgment on the
award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. CLIENT UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES THAT IN ANY SUCH ARBITRATION,
ALL OF THE LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY PROVISIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL APPLY.
11.
Any legal action, including the arbitration proceeding more specifically described above, including, but not limited to, those proceedings involving
claims sounding in tort or contract, against the Company, or its officers, agents or employees, must be brought within one (1) year from the date of the
inspection, or same will be deemed waived and forever barred. Time is expressly of the essence herein. This time period may be shorter than otherwise
provided for by law. It is agreed and understood that the arbitrator, in rendering any decision above, is to apply the laws of the State of Florida.
12.
ATTORNEY’S FEES: The prevailing party in any dispute arising out of this agreement, the inspection, or Report(s) shall be awarded all reasonable
attorney’s fees, arbitrator fees and other costs.
13.
Client understands and agrees that if he or she is not present at the time of the inspection or do not sign this Inspection Agreement that this
Agreement will become part of the Inspection Report, and therefore delivery of the Inspection Report to the Client (by mail, in person or via
internet) will constitute acceptance of ALL the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
14.
SEVERABILITY: If any portion of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable by any court or arbitrator the remaining terms shall remain
in full force and effect between the parties.
15.
PAYMENT: Payment is expected when the report is delivered. A 10% late fee (per month) will be charged for all late payments. All costs,
including but not limited to, collections, liens & legal fees to recover past due payments will be added to the customer final bill. A $50.00 fee will be
added to all returned checks.
16.
ENTIRE CONTRACT: This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties. No oral agreements, understandings or representations
shall change, modify or amend any part of this agreement No change or modification shall be enforceable against any party unless such changes or
modifications are in writing and signed by the parties. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the parties hereto and their spouses, heirs,
executors, administrators, successors, assigns and representatives of any kind whatsoever.
I have read, understand and agree to all the terms and conditions of this contract and to pay the fee listed above.
Dated_________________ Signature of Client_____________________________________________
(One signature binds all)
Printed Name of Client:________________________________________
Dated_________________ For the Company