AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES

Pre-Purchase Residential Inspection

 

This is the complete agreement regarding engineering services to be provided by

                         (company name)                       (ENGINEER) related to the property described below.  This is intended to be a legally binding agreement.  Please read it carefully.

 

 CLIENT: ______________________________________________________________________________           

 


 LOCATION OF PROPERTY:

 (street)____________________________________

 (city/state) _________________________________


INSPECTION SCHEDULE:

DATE: ____________ (weather permitting) 

TIME: ____________ AM PM (approximate)

ENGINEER:                                                    


 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:

            approximate age?  (years) _______    Single family?  ___YES  ___NO

            approximate size? ___________ Sq Ft ________ rooms _______bathrooms

            additional buildings?  ___YES ___NO  other? ______________________

 

 INSPECTION SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED (see page 2 for descriptions, initial choice):


            ____STANDARD INSPECTION

                ____STRUCTURAL INSPECTION

            ____(other)________________


____EXHAUSTIVE INSPECTION

____(other)_____________________

____(other)_____________________


 

 TESTING SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED:


            ____no tests requested

            ____standard water test

             ____(other)_________________


____radon water test

____radon air test

____(other)_________________


 

 TOTAL FEE:   $__________.00  The fee is to be paid at or before the inspection.  A 24-hour notice of cancellation is requested.  Otherwise, a cancellation fee may apply.

 

All inspections are performed in accordance with the Standards of Practice of the National Academy of Building Inspection Engineers (NABIE), a copy of which is available on request or at www.nabie.org.  While we will report readily visible evidence of mold infestations, this inspection should not be considered a specific mold investigation of any kind. (Please read and initial below.)

 

You will receive a written report prepared exclusively for your benefit.

 

You are encouraged to be at the inspection to discuss your questions and concerns.  However, the written report is the exclusive source of information regarding our observations and conclusions.  All discussions that occur at the inspection are preliminary in nature and should not be the basis for any final decisions regarding this property.  Further, owning any property involves some risk.  No inspection can reveal everything that might be of interest or significance to you regarding this property.

  

MOLD EXCLUSION:  This inspection is not for the specific purpose of determining the presence of organic substances in the building.  If, however, during the inspection, we knowingly encounter such substances, we will notify you of the presence of these substances without accepting any liability whatsoever for any damage or harm caused by the substances.  It is your responsibility to determine if further testing is required and to retain an independent, qualified professional to perform such tests.

 

____________                                    ______________

Client Initial                               Engineer Initial

 

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© Criterium Engineers 2003                                                                                        Effective September 12, 2003

 


  AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES (continued)

Pre-Purchase Residential Inspection

 

CHOICE OF INSPECTION SERVICES:

After reviewing these descriptions, both the client and engineer should initial where noted, to indicate the type of inspection chosen.  As our client, you are making a choice of services to be provided.  If you have any questions, please contact us immediately.

 

_____

(int'l)

 

_____

(int'l)

STANDARD INSPECTION: A limited visual inspection to identify significant deficiencies and/or repairs needed in the major systems (structural, heating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, roof, exterior) as well as provide a general understanding of the property.  This is a limited inspection based on visible evidence readily available during the inspection (without moving furnishings, removing finishes, etc.) and is the opinion of the engineer performing the inspection.  It is not a guarantee or warranty regarding the condition of this building.  Our maximum liability for loss suffered by the client due to any cause is limited to our inspection fee.  The results of the inspection will be provided in a written report, typically available within 2 business days following the inspection, unless prior arrangements are made.  Some test results may take longer.

 

_____

(int'l)

 

_____

(int'l)

LIMITED STRUCTURAL INSPECTION:  An inspection and evaluation that is limited to reasonably available and visible structural components.  Activities such as probing with an awl, measuring framing members, limited excavation around the foundation and/or determination of squareness, levelness and plumbness may be included in such an evaluation.  Unless otherwise recommended or designated in writing, no soils investigation or invasive testing is included.  Further, no inspection or evaluation of any other systems such as plumbing, electrical, mechanical or interiors is included.  It is not a guarantee or warranty regarding the condition of this building.  Our maximum liability for loss suffered by the client due to any cause is limited to our inspection fee.  The results of the inspection will be provided in a written report, typically available within 2 business days following the inspection, unless prior arrangements are made.

 

_____

(int'l)

 

_____

(int'l)

EXHAUSTIVE INSPECTION:  A STANDARD INSPECTION PLUS invasive testing and/or equipment disassembly as approved by client and property owner, in advance, to gather all reasonably available and relevant information about the property.  This inspection is specifically not limited to readily available visible evidence and requires invasive testing which may include moving furnishings, removing wall coverings and/or drilling into wall cavities (to check for structural damage, for example) and requires the current owner's written permission.  It is not a guarantee or warranty regarding the condition of this building.  Our maximum liability for loss suffered by the client due to any cause is limited to our inspection fee or $10,000.00, whichever is greater.  The results of the inspection will be provided in a written report, typically available within 5 business days after the inspection unless prior arrangements are made.  Some test results may take longer.

 

The above is understood and accepted.

 

            _______________________________________                  ________________________

            Client Signature (one signature binds all parties)                        (Date)

 

            _______________________________________                  ________________________

            Engineer Signature                                                                 (Date)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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© Criterium 2003                                                                                                    Effective September 12, 2003

 

OPTIONAL INSERTIONS TO AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES (page two):

 

OPTION 1

 

IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE

We will not release a copy of your report (and, if applicable, test results – either in verbal or written form) to anyone else without your written consent.  This consent must indicate to whom the report and/or test results are to be sent.  Please initial your selection accordingly.

To:

___________________________________

Do Not Release Any:

__________

At:

___________________________________

Report Only:

__________

 

___________________________________

Report & Test Results:

__________

 

___________________________________

Test Results Only:

__________

 

 

OPTION 2

 

IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD:

Please specify:  Type of credit card - MasterCard - VISA (circle one), Card Number_____________________________,

Expiration Date __________, The Cardholder Name (as it appears on the card)_________________________________,

The Mailing Address of Cardholder____________________________________________________________________.