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 Parties: The parties to this Building Inspection Authorization and Agreement are:   Affordable Home Inspections, (hereinafter referred to as “Inspector”), and   Ms. Customer (hereinafter referred to as “Customer”)  , cell (985) 000-8465 () or , or their agent, Ms.

AGREEMENT

      This agreement is incorporated with the Inspection Report to be prepared by Inspector. Said report is to be prepared for the sole and exclusive use of Customer and Customer’s agent, and is not to be used by anyone else. Anyone executing this agreement on behalf of a buyer or seller of the subject property certifies that he/ she is duly authorized by the Customer to do so and is bound to deliver to Customer the report incorporated herewith along with a copy of this agreement, which shall be binding on Customer. Customer may distribute copies of the inspection report to the seller and the real estate agents directly involved in this transaction, but said persons are not specifically intended beneficiaries of this Agreement or the inspection report.  Customer and Inspector do not in any way intend to benefit said seller or the real estate agents directly or indirectly through this Agreement or the Inspection report.  Customer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold Inspector harmless from any third party claims arising out of Customer or their agents unauthorized distribution of the inspection report.                      SUBJECT

        Inspector agrees to conduct a limited, visual Standard General Home Inspection of a single family residence located at: 738 Penfect dr., Your town, LA,70433 on or about Thurs., Oct 8,  2009 @ 9:00 AM. The purpose of the Inspection is to help the Customer reach a better over all view of the subject property’s condition,  and will be performed in accordance with the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as set forth by the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors; a copy of which is to be provided to the Customer. The Inspection and Report will attempt to identify systems or components of the subject premises that have major defects, are inoperable, or are in need of repair or further evaluation by a specialist. Climactic conditions at the time of inspection may limit Inspector’s ability to fully inspect some areas of the property such as Exterior, Roof, HVAC, and other.                                                                                         

                                                                                                 SCOPE OF INSPECTION

      The Home Inspection/ Report will be limited to the following systems and components: (1, The Agreement ); (2, Statement of Standards of Practice); (3, State Code of Ethics); (4, Preliminary Orientation ); (5, Structure); (6, Exterior Systems ); (7, Roof); (8 Plumbing, Water and Gas,); (9, Electrical); (10, Water Heaters); (11 Heating, Fireplaces and Dryer Venting,) (12, Interior Systems I); (13 Kitchens and Appliances,); (14, Interior Air Handling Systems);  (15, Exterior Condensers, Pads, Disconnects); (16 Invoice);

PLEASE CIRCLE OR LIST ANY OF THE ABOVE AREAS YOU WISH TO EXCLUDE FROM THIS INSPECTION_____________________

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ARE THERE ANY AREAS OF CONCERN THAT YOU WOULD LIKE THE INSPECTOR TO GIVE EXTRA ATTENTION TO?_________________

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EXCLUSIONS

         FOLLOWING ARE EXAMPLES OF THINGS OUTSIDE THE SCOPE OF THIS INSPECTION, WHETHER OR NOT THEY ARE CONCEALED: Inspector will not light fires, move carpet, furnishings, appliances, belongings or take any unnecessary risk, perform any destructive or specialized tests, dismantle any system or component, evaluate compliance with any governmental, nongovernmental, or regional, codes, regulations, restrictions, zoning ordinances, or permit requirements. Insurability of property. All conditions and components that are concealed, camouflaged, inaccessible, or difficult / dangerous to inspect. Efficiency/ adequacy  of Insulation, Heating, Cooling, other systems or equipment. Any shut down or secured systems. Testing for: Asbestos, Termites, other Pests, Harmful molds, Biohazards, Radon, Carbon Monoxide,, Formaldehyde, Lead, Structural, Geologic/ Soil stability, Electromagnetic radiation, water/ air/ environmental qualities or hazards, Toxic or Flammable materials. Building value appraisal or cost estimates. Conditions or functionality of: detached buildings or structures not specifically mentioned as inspected. Specific systems/ components noted as being excluded, private water and private sewerage systems, Pools, Hot tubs, Steam baths, Underground Piping and Drainage, Recreational facilities and equipment. Docks, waterfronts. Radio controlled devices, Automatic gates, Elevators, Lifts, Dumbwaiters, Furnace Heat Exchangers, Free standing or portable appliances, Personal property, Security systems, Water softeners, Water purification devices, Solar heating systems, Central vacuum systems, Intercoms,  any Automatic, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Thermostatic, Radio, or Time clock controlled systems or components. Estimated remaining life span of components and systems. Spas, if present, MUST be filled to test for GFCI functionality. Inspector DOES NOT CLEAN SPAS of debris that may accumulate in infrequently used plumbing, and may eject into spa during operation. Customer agrees to accept all responsibility and liability for such conditions and areas.                                                         

LIMITATIONS ON LIABILITY

     The liability of inspector (its principals, agents, employees, successors in interest, or affiliates) for errors& omissions, or mistakes, in the Inspection and Report is limited to a refund to the Customer of the fee paid for the inspection and report. This limitation applies to anyone who is damaged or has to pay expenses of any kind because of mistakes or omissions in this Inspection and Report. This liability limitation is binding on customer and customer’s spouses, heirs, principals, assigns and anyone else who may otherwise claim through client. Customer assumes the risk of all losses greater than the fee paid for the inspection. Customer agrees to immediately accept a refund of the fee, if offered by the inspector, as full settlement and compensation for any and all claims that may ever arise from this inspection.

      The Inspection Report is not a technically exhaustive document. Although minor problems may be mentioned, the Inspection Report will not attempt to list them all, and does not purport to find every defect, or evaluate all components. The Inspection Report contains information that may or may not be mentioned or discussed during any verbal discussion of the findings of the Inspector. It is agreed that no claim shall be made against

Inspector for any verbal representations, which are inconsistent with or not contained in the Inspection Report. This report does not offer, express, or

imply any kind of warranty or guarantee on the current or future performance of any, and all, of the above property’s systems or conditions. Customer agrees to accept responsibility, liability, & cost, for obtaining or not, services of any professional, when Inspector recommends a professional’s services be procured. Your home inspector is a home inspection generalist, and is not providing the detailed work of a plumbing, electrical, HVAC, structural, or other engineer. Any recommendation made by Inspector to customer to consult the above or other specialized experts for the purposes of inspecting, cleaning, servicing, repairing and/ or evaluating a specific system, component, and/ or structure of the subject property, shall relieve Inspector from any liability to Customer for the Inspection and Report of those components, systems, or structures. Customer agrees that any claim alleging Inspector’s failure to accurately report a visually discernible condition at the Subject Property present at time of Inspection shall be made in writing and delivered to the inspector within (30) business days of performance of this Inspection., as limited herein above.  Customer understands & agrees that any failure to notify the Inspector as stated above shall constitute a waiver of any and all claims for said failure to accurately report the condition in question. Inspector agrees to re-inspect the alleged condition within (72) hours of receipt of written notice by Customer, exclusive of weekends& holidays. Customer shall have no claim or cause of action against Inspector beyond the earlier of one year after the date of this inspection. Inspector retains the right to modify this report within 48 hours of Inspection.                                               

MEDIATION / ARBITRATION

      Any dispute concerning the interpretation of this agreement or arising from this inspection and report, except for nonpayment inspection fee, shall be attempted to be resolved informally between the parties, or by mediation through a neutral third party prior to any other efforts. Arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with the Rules of the American Arbitration Association.  The parties shall select a mutually agreeable arbitrator. The arbitrator shall conduct summary judgment motions and enforce full discovery rights as a court would as provided in civil proceeding by legal code. In the event of a claim, the Customer will allow the Inspection Company to inspect the claim prior to any repairs or waive the right to make the claim.  Customer agrees that neither Customer, nor anyone acting on Customers behalf, shall make alterations, modifications, disturb, or repair, or have repaired, anything relating to the complaint, except in the case of an emergency.

      ATTORNEY’S FEES:  The prevailing party in any dispute arising out of this agreement, the inspection, or report(s) shall be awarded all attorney’s fees, insure, arbitrator, and other costs.

      SEVERABILITY:  Customer and Inspector agree that should a Court of Competent Jurisdiction determine and declare that any portion of this contract is void, voidable or unenforceable; the remaining provisions and portions shall remain in full force and effect.

STATEMENT  OF ACCREDITATION

       J. David Hartmann, representing AFFORDABLE HOME INSPECTIONS of BR, LLC., and this inspection, agreement and report, meets or exceeds all LA. State Board of Home Inspectors Standards and requirements for competency, licensing, and insurance as a certified General  Home Inspector, State License # 10191; verifiable through and in accordance with the L.S.B.H.I., phone # (225) 248-1334 or toll free 1-866-244-1334. Mr. Hartmann is also EPA Licensed to handle ALL HVAC Refrigerants, and is a Member of ASHI; American Society of Home Inspectors, & InterNACHI; InterNational Association of Certified Home Inspectors.

APPROXIMATE FEES

        These fees are a pre-Inspection approximation. They are based upon information provided to Inspector prior to Inspector viewing the property, to perform a General Home Inspection on a single family residence of  less than 2,000 total sq  ft, on slab, Less than 20 yrs old,  with not more than 1 AC Heating and 1 water heater unit. Greater actual sq. ft., or property age,  or additional HVAC units, or water heaters, or other additional Inspection parameters MAY INCREASE THE TOTAL FEE TO MEET ACTUAL INSPECTION PARAMETERS. By signing here, Customer agrees to this, and also agrees and accepts to pay a nonattendance and/or reinspect fee of$100.00  IF the Inspection IS NOT: cancelled in advance of the Inspector’s arrival onsite; or the Inspection is curtailed, for any reason after Inspector’s arrival onsite; whether through no-show of customer or their agent, or shutoff utilities, or other reason, This fee is in addition to any. fee for a Complete Inspection. 

                                                                                              Signed_X_____________________________________________date-________________

     PAYMENT IS DUE WHEN YOU RECEIVE YOUR REPORT. An appointment to consult with Inspector & receive your report should be scheduled now, or prior to inspection. The report can be emailed. However, if it   is to be delivered electronically, or, if the customer and inspector cannot meet to exchange the report, payment is prior to the inspection.  Please make check payable to:  Affordable Home Inspections of BR, LLC.

       I, Customer, have read this Agreement and understand and accept all of the terms and conditions thereof, whether executed prior or subsequent* to the Inspection, and I agree to pay the fee listed on the invoice upon completion of my inspection and receipt of my report. Fee amount is subject to change if actual parameters of the property or inspection are different from those described above. Signed X__________________________­­­­­­_________________(signature) Date_________ 

*Customer has executed this agreement AFTER the Inspection, and initials hereby agrees to be bound by the terms & conditions of this Agreement X______

            J. David Hartmann, Home Inspector #10191                  Thank You                     Phone   225-753-7792