AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES: Pre-Purchase Residential Inspection

AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES
Pre-Purchase Residential Inspection

This is the complete agreement regarding engineering services to be provided by Criterium Engineers (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)

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.

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.

The above is understood and accepted.

_______________________________________
Client Signature (one signature binds all parties)

_______________________________________
Engineer Signature

________________________
(Date)

________________________
(Date)

AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES (continued)
Pre-Purchase Residential Inspection

CHOICE OF INSPECTION SERVICES:

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(int'l)

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(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 is 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.

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(int'l)

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(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 is 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.

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(int'l)

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(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 is 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.

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.