Foundation type if known: basement / crawlspace / slab

Clients Name _________________________________________________

Address_____________________________________________________

Phone __________________ Cell Phone ___________________________

Email for inspection report:_______________________________________
 
Real Estate Agent name and phone: _______________________________

Closing Attorney Name: ________________________________________

Fee: _______        Date and Time of Inspection: ______________________

Select Payment method:
At Inspection /    In advance    /    At closing (not all houses qualify)
Credit card payments can be done on website.
Check or cash is accepted at the inspection.

Payment at closing must have a credit card number on file that can be charged after a period of 30 days from the inspection. Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express cards accepted.

Credit card number:__________________________________________
Expiration date: _________   Type of card: ________________________
Three or four digit security code on back of card: ____________________

Fee structure:  
Attached garage or carport inspection is included at no extra charge.
                               
Heated Sq. Ft. up to 1500 $ 295        Add $20 for homes 20-30 yrs. old
Heated Sq. Ft. up to 2000 $ 325        Add $30 for homes 31-40 yrs. old
Heated Sq. Ft. up to 3000 $ 350        Add $50 for homes 41-60 yrs. old
Heated Sq. Ft. up to 3500 $ 375        Add $70 for homes over 60 yrs.
Heated Sq. Ft. up to 4000 $ 425        Add $40 for basements.  
Heated Sq. Ft. up to 4500 $ 475        Pay at closing fee $25 
Heated Sq. Ft. up to 5000 $ 525
over 5,000 SF call for price

Fees are due at the completion of the on-site Inspection.
Client is responsible for ensuring that all utilities are turned on.

Inspector does not light pilot lights or turn on any valves.
Most detached structures inspected for  $75. 
Mold inspection, presence or testing is not included.
Re-inspections and all additional trips start at $120 per visit.

Inspector will perform the Inspection in accordance with the North or South Carolina Standards of Practice for Home Inspections and the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors Standards of Practice. Client understands that the inspection will be performed in accordance to the aforementioned Standards, which contain certain limitations, exceptions and exclusions. This type of Inspection will reduce risks but will not always eliminate risk. In some cases the Standards may be exceeded as added value for the Client. This is at the Inspectors sole discretion and in no way will cause any deviation from this Agreement. Inspector will perform a visual Inspection of the home and provide the Client with an inspection report identifying the defects that the Inspector both observed and deemed material.

This Inspection is not a technically exhaustive procedure and is not a warranty or guarantee or any form of insurance of any inspected or uninspected item nor does it involve any county or state code compliance inspection. A technically exhaustive inspection would involve many experts or engineers from various fields and would likely cost thousands of dollars and take many days to achieve final results. This Inspection is to show the property's apparent condition as observed visually as a point in time only. No warranty or guarantee is provided on any inspected or uninspected item, express or implied, regarding future use, operability, habitability or suitability of the home / building or its components. This Inspection should not cause the omission of a thorough walk through inspection by the buyer prior to attending the closing. Client agrees to hold Inspector harmless if the final walk through inspection is not done prior to closing while the home is empty. No advice as to the insurability of the property is made. Any problems disclosed by owner or previous owners, previous inspections or known problems not made available and known to Inspector prior to the Inspection process are not the responsibility of the Inspector. Client agrees, that some items, while being observed visually and displaying no signs of a problem can and frequently do have problems. These types of concealed problems often do become worse or only become visible as other contractors dismantle and troubleshoot the component or system or perform a more exhaustive test. Inspector is not responsible for other contractors findings, opinions, additional repair or replacement recommendations. 

Limits of Liability: The Inspector does not assume any of the risks associated with purchasing property therefore the Inspectors liability for errors and omissions is limited to the amount paid by the Client for the Inspection less expenses or an amount agreed to in this Agreement prior to the Inspection. If legal action is brought against Inspector by the Client and the Client does not prevail, the Client agrees to pay the Inspector compensation for all time spent preparing, communicating, traveling and attending all related events at the rate of sixty dollars per hour plus all actual legal expenses and costs. Client agrees that this payment is not amendable by any arbitration process. After a period of 90 days Client agrees not to attempt any action against the Inspector or his company for any item associated with the inspection, this Agreement or any other reason. If the Client has a concern or dispute concerning an inspected item at a later date, the Client agrees to notify the Inspector in writing and via telephone within ten days of knowledge of the problem and provide the Inspector an opportunity to inspect the item prior to allowing any work to be performed on the item unless an emergency situation exists. In the event Client does not provide the two notices required and provide the Inspector the time and access to inspect the item will prevent the Client from bringing any claims or actions against the Inspector for the item in concern. 

Client agrees that a claim of negligence or the like must be supported by and with only the Standards of Practice(s) used and substantial proof must be made with no other interpretations allowed whatsoever or claims can be brought against Client. This Inspection is not technically exhaustive and not a guarantee that all existing defects possible in homes will be found and reported.
Any Client dispute concerning this Agreement or the Inspection shall be resolved by binding, non-appealable arbitration conducted by an arbitrator who is experienced with the home inspection industry and will be selected by mutual agreement by both parties. This does not apply to a dispute concerning the payment of the fee. The guidelines agreed to be utilized for arbitration are the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors Standards of Practice and the NC or SC Standards of Practice in effect at the time of the Inspection. No claims can be brought against Inspector for any property not owned by Client. Inspector reserves the right to utilize the court system to counter any claims made by the Client that are not supported by this Agreement in its exact stated conditions. Inspector is not a home warranty company.

Severability and Entire Agreement: The Client agrees that should an arbitrator or court determine that any provision(s) in this Agreement is unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full effect. No other verbal agreement or guarantees are made and this Agreement is the total Agreement.

Additional visits and Re-inspections: When Client requests another visit for any reason such as utilities/pilot lights were not turned on or there were accessibility problems, Client agrees to pay an additional fee. When a re-inspection visit is desired, Client agrees to provide Inspector with a list of the items to be repaired and reinspected. All re-inspections and additional trips (except weather related) start at $120 dollars per visit. New reports are not written for re-inspections unless agreed on via fax or email.

Report Details: The Report will be made available within approximately 24 hours of completion of the Inspection process. Ownership of the Report is retained by the Inspector and the Client may not sell the report. Inspector is not required to provide repair cost estimates or methods although he may be able to estimate some repair costs as a courtesy only. Client should be aware that some repair costs can vary as much as 300 percent depending on the contractor chosen and the quality of materials used.

Agreement Miscellaneous Items: This Agreement and the Report are for the confidential, exclusive use and benefit of the Client. The Report is nontransferable and may not be used or relied on by others without the consent of the Inspector.  Client agrees that in the event of litigation involving the inspected property, the Inspector is only to be named as an expert witness and agrees to execute a litigation agreement prior to naming the Inspector in the case.

Client authorizes the Report to be distributed to the real estate agent(s) or the attorney(s) involved in the transaction but Inspector is not required to do so under every circumstance and Client agrees to give Inspector permission to discuss observations with real estate agents, owners, repairpersons, and other interested parties for purposes of clarification.

Fees and Payment: The fee is based on payment being made at the time of the Inspection. If the Client can not attend the Inspection, the payment should be arranged for delivery during the Inspection or paid before the Inspection. Payment with credit card is available only via the website. The Report is not released until payment is received unless prior arrangements are made. Client agrees to pay all legal and time expenses related to the collection of all unpaid Inspection visits past due more than 21 days and $25 charge for any returned checks.

Client agrees to inform the Inspector of any defects that are known at or before the time of the Inspection. The report is only supplementary to the sellers disclosure, termite inspection and any problems known by others. Client is encouraged to attend the Inspection but this presence will have to be considered at their own risk.

Client agrees by signing below and/or by making payment of the fee, that you have read, understand and/or agree to this entire Agreement. Client agrees to make payment whether or not the property being inspected is purchased. Client agrees that the Standards of Practice(s) used for the Inspection are available from a number of sources and are also available via the internet. Client can visit Inspectors web site for information on scheduling and preparing for the inspection and to obtain the SC, NC and NACHI Standards of Practice. Client agrees that any re-inspections requested and performed are limited inspections, for the items requested in writing and this agreement applies to those as well. Any problems resulting from the repair work is the sole responsibility of the other contractor and the Client.

If Client is a corporation, LLC or similar entity, the person signing this agreement on behalf of the entity does personally guarantee the payment of the fee.

Client Signature indicating agreement and authorization :

Date ________________