With your authorization, Assurance Home Inspection Group will complete a property inspection conducted in accordance with the standards of practice of National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI), a copy of which is available upon request and can be read here, and to provide the client with a written inspection report identifying the defects that inspector both observed and deemed material. The inspector may offer comments as a courtesy, but these comments will not comprise the bargained-for report.  

This report is only supplementary to the seller’s disclosure.

    The inspection is that of a generalist, and has clearly defined limitations. It is performed on-site within a few hours, and does not include any warranty or guaranty. By contrast, specialist inspections take considerably longer, typically include the use of specialized instruments, could involve sampling or destructive testing, and commonly include some form of guaranty. Specialized inspections are essential to evaluate soil conditions, determine structural movement, establish the quality of air and water, or reveal the presence of harmful environmental contaminants such as radon, methane, asbestos, lead, formaldehyde, electro-magnetic radiation, molds and fungi, and other wood-destroying organisms, all of which are beyond the scope of a generalist inspection. Therefore, please be aware of the limitations of a generalist inspection: It is not a termite inspection, which is mandated as a condition of sale and performed by state-licensed specialists. Also, it is not a code-compliance inspection and does not include any research, such as that necessary to establish boundaries, easements, or the issuance of permits, and it should not be used as a substitute for the Transfer Disclosure Statement, which the sellers are required to provide by civil code. 

 

Similarly, and in accordance with Assurance Home Inspection Group standards, does not evaluate or endorse any components that are not visually accessible. These include, significant portions of most chimney flues, the interior of furnace heat exchangers and air-conditioning coils, subterranean or concealed ducts, pipes, conduits, and those within walls, floors, or ceilings, the slab beneath carpets, the waterproof membrane beneath roofs, balconies, or shower pans, and surfaces and components concealed by furnishings. Also, Assurance Home Inspection Group does not evaluate or endorse the following specific components: computerized systems, radio or remotely controlled components, central vacuum systems, alarm, telephone, cable, or intercom systems, private sewage systems, private water supply systems, water softeners, water circulating devices, water filtration or purification devices, automatic sprinklers, the hermetic seal of dual-glazed windows or skylights, solar systems, fire-sprinkler systems, shut-off valves that are not in daily use, elevators, dumb-waiters, funiculars or similar mechanical means of transport, saunas, steam showers, humidifiers, electronic air cleaners, in-line duct-motors or dampers, washers and dryers, their valves and drain pipes, condensate pumps, thermostats, timers, clocks, rotisseries, refrigerators, portable or free-standing appliances, retaining walls, landscaping or landscape items, including decorative and low-voltage lighting, portable spas, fountains and ponds, barbecues, fire-pits, pool-sweep assemblies, in-line chlorinators, or similar devices dispensing bromine or ozone, and the coatings on pools, spas, countertops, fixtures, appliances, decks and walkways. In addition, Assurance Home Inspection Group does not tacitly endorse or guarantee the integrity of any structure or component that was built or installed without permit, and which could include latent defects, or any item that may have been subject to a manufacturer's recall.

 

What Assurance Home Inspection Group does provide is a conscientious but essentially visual inspection and evaluation, recommendations for appropriate specialist service, and any consultation that may be necessary.

 

In return, and in consideration of the fee, you are agreeing with your signature to abide by the terms and conditions of this contract, including the following clauses that you are required to initial to indicate your understanding and consent.

 

I agree and understand the Recourse Policy.

All of our property inspection services are guaranteed to give 100% satisfaction. If you are not satisfied with our services, please let us know. We will answer all of your questions about the inspection to the best of our ability. We will re-inspect your property, or any system within the property, within 45 days of the original inspection, at no additional charge with the provision that you have no work or repairs done other than emergency shutoff before contacting us. You will also need to provide us with access to the property so we can re-inspect your concern. After the re-inspection, if your questions are still not answered to your satisfaction, we will gladly contact a mediator. If you choose to make a more formal complaint or claim, be sure to do so in writing to the address below, within 14 days of discovery. Our goal is your complete satisfaction.

Initials: _____

 

I  agree  and  understand  that  I  have  requested  Assurance Home Inspection Group  to perform a "generalist" inspection in accordance with Assurance Home Inspection Group standards,  which is in lieu of a  "specialist" inspection that would cost more and require the services of licensed specialists.
Initials: _____

 

I  agree  and  understand  that  I  should  read  the full inspection report, and follow every recommendation for evaluation and/or service and documentation by licensed specialists. Furthermore, I agree and understand that by failing to do so I will violate the pre-inspection agreement, and that Assurance Home Inspection Group shall be held harmless for any subsequently alleged defects or deficiencies.
Initials: _____

 

I agree and understand that whereas Assurance Home Inspection Group may report on suspicious stains or mold-like substances, that the inspector is not an environmental hygienist and is not licensed, qualified, or authorized to identify any purported mold or fungi.
Initials: _____    

 

I agree and understand that Assurance Home Inspection Group shall be held harmless for any defects  or deficiencies  that  are  alleged  to  exist  beyond a period of two full years following the date of the inspection.
Initials: _____

 

I  agree  and  understand  that  with  the  exception  of  undertaking  sensible  emergency procedures,  such  as turning  off  water  or  other utilities, I will not alter, repair, replace, correct, or modify any allegedly defect component or condition without giving  Assurance Home Inspection Group or their representatives the right to re-inspect and evaluate conditions for themselves.
Initials: _____

 

I agree and understand that any and all claims and/or disputes between the parties that cannot be amicably settled shall be determined solely and exclusively by arbitration in accordance with the rules of American Arbitration Association, except for the rules pertaining to arbitrator selection. The parties submitting the dispute shall appoint an arbitrator by mutual agreement who is knowledgeable in and familiar with the professional building inspection industry, and who will follow substantive rules of law.

Initials: _____

 

I agree and understand the HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT: CLIENT agrees to hold any and all real estate agents involved in the purchase of the property to be inspected harmless and keep them exonerated from all loss, damage, liability or expense occasioned or claimed by reasons of acts or neglects of the INSPECTOR or his employees or visitors or of independent contractors engaged or paid by INSPECTOR for the purpose of inspecting the subject home.

Initials: _____

 

I agree and understand that if any part of this contract is judged to be invalid or unenforceable by any court or arbitrator that the remaining terms and conditions shall remain in effect and be binding on all parties.
Initials: _____

 

    

                                                       AUTHORIZATION

I have read and understood the entire pre-inspection agreement, and agree to all of the terms and conditions therein, and authorize Assurance Home Inspection Group to complete a "generalist" inspection of the property as described and defined in the public and recognized standards of National Association of Certified Home Inspectors.

Agreed price of inspection and report, payable at time of inspection is $_________________

SIGNED _____________________________________                  DATE ____________

Inspector for Assurance Home Inspection Group: ____________________________________

                                                                                                 LLC Member/Manager

 

DATE __________________________