Premier Home Inspectors Inc.
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Illinois Home Inspector's License # 450.0003146

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Premier Home Inspectors, Inc.

 

 

Residential Real Estate Inspection Agreement.

This Agreement Limits Our Liability.  Please Read It Carefully and Ask About Anything You Do Not Understand.

 



Premier Home Inspectors, Inc. will conduct a visual inspection of the subject property and prepare a written Inspection Report in a timely manner of the apparent condition of the accessible installed systems and components existing at the time of the inspection. We agree that the current Standards of Practice of the Illinois Division or Professional Regulation (Standards) shall define the standard of duty and conditions, limitations and exclusions of this inspection and are expressly incorporated herein by reference.  We will also adhere to the Standards of Practice of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors.  This Home Inspection is subject to the following terms and conditions.

 

This inspection does not constitute a warranty, guarantee or insurance policy of any kind.  Inspector makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability, fitness for use, condition, performance, life expectancy or adequacy of any inspected structure, item, component or system.

 

Client Name:          

 

Subject Property: 

                               

                                ___________________________________________

Accept:                                                                                   Fee:

 

X__          General Home Inspection                                   $_______

 

 

____        Pre-Listing Inspection                                           $ __________

 

____        Condominium Unit Inspection                                $________

 

____        New Construction Inspection                                $ __________

(includes final walk through and

12 Month Builder's Warranty Inspection)

 

____        Final Pre-closing Walk Through                             $__________

 

____        Other ________________________                     $__________

 

X___        LIMITED LIABILITY – We agree that Premier Home Inspectors, Inc., its employees, agents, and subcontractors assume no liability 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 personal injury of any nature.  We agree that sole remedies for any deficiency in the performance of Premier Home Inspectors, Inc. are, as appropriate, a re-inspection at no additional charge or a refund of the inspection fee.  In the event of a claim by the Client that an installed system or component of the Subject Property that was inspected was not in the condition reported by the Inspector, or was improperly left unreported, the Client agrees to notify Premier Home Inspectors, Inc., in writing, at least 5 business days prior to repairing or replacing such system or component.  If repair or replacement is done without giving the Inspector the required notice and opportunity to re-inspect such system or component, Premier Home Inspectors, Inc. shall have no liability to the Client.

 

NOTICE TO Premier Home Inspectors, Inc. - In the event you have any complaint about our services or the Inspection Report or you feel there is an error or omission in the performance of those services, you agree to, within 10 days after inspection, notify Premier Home Inspectors, Inc., in writing of your complaint so as to provide Premier Home Inspectors, Inc. a reasonable opportunity to review the issue if we feel you have a legitimate complaint.  Altering or repairing any item without giving us notice and a reasonable opportunity to investigate your claim (except for an emergency) will waive any claim you may have against us.

 

X___    Dispute Resolution - Each of us agrees that every dispute between us, except those for non-payment of fees, that in any way, directly or indirectly, arise out of or relate to this Agreement, or to the interpretation of this agreement, the scope of services provided to you, the Inspection Report or any and all other matters involving the services we perform, shall be submitted to binding arbitration under the construction industry rules of the American Arbitration Association, except for the procedure of selecting the arbitrator.  The parties shall mutually appoint an arbitrator familiar with both the professional home inspection industry and the State of Illinois Home Inspector licensing provisions and the Standards of Practice for Home Inspections.  If the Parties cannot agree on an arbitrator, each party shall designate a representative, who, together, shall mutually appoint an arbitrator.  The arbitration decision shall be binding on all parties and judgment upon the award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

 

 Severability - The partial or complete invalidity of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the validity or continuing force and effect of any other provision and all such unaffected provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

 

 Amendments - No amendment or alteration of this Agreement shall be valid unless in writing and signed by the parties.

 

Entire Agreement - This agreement - BOTH FRONT AND BACK - contains the entire agreement between the parties hereto, and there are no other representations, warranties or commitments, except as are specifically set forth in this document.  This document supercedes any and all representations or discussions, whether oral or written, if any, among the parties related to the subject matter of this Agreement.  This agreement may be modified, altered or amended only in writing and when signed by both parties hereto.

 

X____ Confidentiality of the Report - If this inspection is performed in connection with the construction, sale, purchase, exchange, transfer or builder's warranty of the subject property, both parties agree:

·          That the Inspection Report will be for the Client's sole

information and benefit, and that no one else may rely on it.

·          That you agree and we do not intend for anyone but you to benefit,

directly or indirectly, from this Agreement, the Inspection or the Inspection Report.  YOU AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD US HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIMS CAUSED BY YOUR UNAUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTION OF THE INSPECTION REPORT.  WE AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD YOU HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIMS CAUSED BY OUR UNAUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTION OF THE INSPECTION REPORT.

·          That Premier Home Inspectors, Inc. utilizes HomeGauge for client file

Maintenance, and in case information is misused or otherwise compromised, Client will not hold Premier Home Inspectors, Inc. or Inspector responsible.


Date of Inspection:        /     /             Time of Inspection:                                                           Inspection Number:

 

Client Signature: X________________________________________   Date: ___/___/___

 

Inspector Signature: _____________________________________     Date ___/___/___    License Number: 450.003146 Expiration Date: 11/30/2010

 
 


       

 

 

Premier Home Inspectors, Inc.               

Complete Home Inspection Services

 

 



General Exclusions

 

Visual Only - The Inspector cannot examine what cannot be seen.  We do not remove floor, wall or ceiling coverings, move furniture or debris, open walls or perform any type of destructive testing of systems or exposed surfaces nor do we dismantle equipment.  We do not inspect, comment on and/or test underground or concealed pipes or underground or concealed electrical lines or circuits or underground storage tanks.  Because this inspection is visual and non-invasive, concealed items or components may remain undetected during the inspection.  Client agrees to assume all risk for system or component conditions that are concealed from view, inaccessible to the Inspector at the time of the inspection, unsafe and/or substantially deficient at the time of the inspection.

Because this is a visual and non-invasive inspection of accessible areas only, any area not readily accessible or visible because of, but not limited to, soil or vegetation, walls, floors, carpets, ceilings, furnishings, debris or personal belongings, water, ice or snow  or any conditions that would endanger the inspector or potentially cause damage to the subject property or any of its systems or components ARE  SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED IN THIS INSPECTION.

NOTE: We will be happy to return and inspect any area made visible by the client or the homeowner or changing weather conditions.  This additional service may involve an additional fee.

 

Limited Scope of Inspection - The following are excluded from this inspection: Sewer lines and/or site waste disposal systems; water softeners; any and all low voltage wiring system and components; lightning arrestors; any timing systems; water purification systems; well systems (other than above ground components); solar heating or cooling systems; swimming pools; spas; fencing; playground or sports equipment; underground sprinkler systems; back flushing equipment; instant water heating devices; pressure tests on central air conditioning systems; furnace heat exchangers; radiant heating systems; appliances and any other personal property and other items listed as Specific Exclusions in the Agreement.  We do not address conditions relating to animals, pests or rodents.  Cosmetic features are excluded, including without limitation, paint, wall coverings, carpeting, flooring, paneling, lawn and landscaping.  We are not allowed to light pilot lights or activate any major system that is shut down at the time of the inspection, including but not limited to; furnaces, water heaters, boilers, and fireplaces.

 

X_____ Mold Testing and/or Analysis are specifically excluded from this report.  WE URGE YOU TO GET A SEPARATE MOLD INSPECTION BY A QUALIFIED MIRCOBIOLOGIST OR LICENSED INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS ABOUT THIS MATTER.


 

 

Code Compliance, Manufacturer's Specifications, Valuation, Regulations - We will not investigate nor give any opinion concerning easements, conditions of title, zoning matters, building codes or standards or property measurements and value appraisals.  There are thousands of building codes and manufacturer's specifications and they change frequently and are frequently subject to contradiction and individual interpretation.  Because of this we do not give any opinion concerning compliance of the subject property's improvements with any governmental building code requirements.  You should contact the appropriate governmental agencies should you wish such information.

 

Product defects and Environmental Hazards - Our inspection is neither a chemical analysis nor a search for defective products or environmental hazards.  Materials regularly used in residential construction may contain potentially hazardous substances such as asbestos, lead and formaldehyde.

 

 

Other Exclusions

 

THE FOLLOWING ARE ALSO SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM THE "GENERAL INSPECTION".   IF YOU WISH US TO PERFORM ANY OF THESE SERVICES YOU MUST SPECIFICALLY REQUEST THEM, IN WRITING, WHICH MAY INCLUDE AN ADDITIONAL FEE

 

¨        Radon Gas Testing

¨        Mold Inspections

¨        Mold Sampling

¨        Mold Testing

¨        Wood Destroying Insect Inspections

¨        Water Analysis

¨        Lead Based Paint Screening

¨        Septic System Inspection

¨        Other Environmental Inspections

 

 

X___     Misc. - The report will only be released upon receipt of the negotiated fee in full.  Acceptable forms of payment are personal check, cashier’s check, money order, or cash.  In a case when a check is returned, Client is responsible for a penalty of $45.00.  Premier Home Inspectors, Inc. will make every legal effort to collect the amount of the fee. 

Inspector can provide an additional copy of the Inspection Report to a person designated by the Client in writing.  Any additional Inspection Report will carry a fee of: $50.00 for electronic copy and $75.00 for printed copy. 


 

NOTE: Unless otherwise expressly contracted for, in writing, the inspection of Condominiums and Town Houses are for the interior of the units only.  Common elements, exterior walls, roofs, etc. are not inspected or commented upon.

 

This inspection does not constitute a warranty, an insurance policy or a guarantee of any kind.  The Inspection Report reflects visual, non-invasive and non-technically exhaustive observations of certain listed systems and components of the subject property AS OF THE DATE, TIME AND CONDITIONS WHEN THE INSPECTION IS PERFORMED and is not a listing of repairs to be made.

 

I have read and understand the general and specific exclusions listed above and agree to them.

 

Client's Signature: X_____________________________________  Date: _____/_____/_____

 

I hereby authorize the release of the Inspection Report to ______________________________________________

 

Client’s Signature: _____________________________    ______________________________________________