Construction
Phase Inspection Agreement
CLIENTS NAME
_________________________________________________________ DATE
____/______/_______
CLIENTS ADDRESS:
HOME NUMBER: (_____) _____ - _______
EMAIL ADDRESS:
_________________________________________________________________________________
INSPECTION ADDRESS:
BUILDER:
___________________________________________ SUPERINTENDANT:
_______________________
BUILDERS NUMBER: (_____) _____ - _______
SUBDIVISION: ______________________ SQ. FOOTAGE: _______
THIS
CONTRACT LIMITS LIABILITY – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Hereafter, “Client” refers to the above
named client/purchaser of the inspection report; “Inspector” refers to an
inspector
employed by Inside Outside Home
Inspection, LLC.
Scope of
New Construction Services
A Construction Phase Inspection is
intended to provide a review of the visible building systems. This is a phased
construction inspection that visually examines the building under construction
at five separate milestone events. These inspections evaluate the quality,
workmanship and execution of the design and construction. This inspection does
not review the design features, detailing, dimensions or layout. The milestone
events are:
·
Foundation
Phase Foundation layout, footings, perimeter walls, rebar, supports and
materials $ ______
·
Rough
Framing Phase Framing layout, connections, materials and execution $ ______
·
Pre-Drywall
Phase Insulation, utility connections, rough electrical and plumbing, exterior
sheathing $ ______
·
Post-Drywall
Phase Visual inspection of mechanical, electrical, structure, plumbing systems. $ ______
·
Final
Visual inspection of mechanical, electrical, structure, plumbing systems to see
if any negative $______
changes have occurred over the previous
months after the Final Inspection. Total $ _______
Note: Final Phase Inspection does not
take the place of the Builders Punch List. Inside Outside Home Inspection, LLC
will not perform a Punch List Inspection due to its subjective nature –wall
colors, trim patterns, and cosmetic details tend to be the focus of this
inspection. These details should be reviewed and approved in advance with the
Architect/Builder.
A written report will be issued within 48
hours of the completion of each milestone inspection. The report will include
written documentation and digital pictures of issues found. The report will be
emailed to the Client, Clients representative or Builder only.
The “Construction Phase Inspection”
identifies general conditions affecting the property. Inspection is limited to readily accessible
components, which are accessible at the time of inspection. Trained inspectors
who are knowledgeable in a variety of areas perform the “Construction Phase”.
However, they are not “Specialist” in any field. If a “Specialist” analysis is
desired, contact Inside Outside Home Inspection, LLC for further information.
Other limitations that may affect the inspection include, but are not limited
to, adverse weather conditions and onsite accessibility. This inspection is not
intended to be a “Code Compliance” inspection. Code compliance is the
responsibility of the Architect and/or Builder. Any codes noted either verbally
or in the report are used only as a base for the Inspectors opinion.
Client is informed that the inspections
are the opinion of the inspector, subject to the qualifications of the
inspector and characteristics of the site inspected. Inside Outside Home
Inspection, LLC shall not be held liable for information from others, including
but not limited to, the age and size of the building, presence or performance
of private sewage systems, and building permits. Structural Design and Pest Infestation
reporting are not included in this report. Client should consult with a qualified
Structural Design or Pest Control Applicator for those additional services.
Other items not included are: tenant
equipment, any type of environmental issues (I.E. Chlordane, Radon, Asbestos,
Electromagnetic Fields, Mold etc) Phase One Environmental Studies, geological
hazards, engineering evaluations, concealed floor cracks, zoning information,
easements, condition of title, concealed roofing membrane integrity,
underground components, common areas in planned communities, timers, clocks,
thermostats, safety device operation, lawn / fire sprinklers, detached
structures, fencing, low voltage components, radiant heat performance, solar
heating components, performance of appliances, product recalls or other such
notices, and any area(s) not visible and accessible to the inspector at the
time of inspection which would otherwise be included. Other limitations may be
described in the written report provided to Client.
Additional Services are available upon
request for the purpose of obtaining specific additional information not
included in the “Construction Phase” report. See attached list for additional
services provided by this and other companies.
Scheduling
It is the Client’s responsibility to
ensure that each phase of the inspection is performed at the appropriate time.
The Client should contact the Builder to coordinate the activities on-site in
preparation for each milestone event. The site should be prepared and
accessible, all portions of the work to be inspected should be visible,
materials available, any variance from design / construction or Code certified
by the appropriate party, all of which should be available for review. Advance
notification of each milestone event should be no less than three (3) calendar
days, to schedule a milestone inspection call Inside Home Inspection, LLC @
(503) 267-8824 during normal business hours. Cancellation of these inspections
can be accomplished no less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled appointment,
without incurring cancellation fees. If any scheduled appointment is cancelled
within 24 hours, a cancellation fee may be charged. Cancellation fees are $50
each. Not withstanding the foregoing, any cancellation due to inclement weather
or for other reasons outside the Clients control shall not incur a cancellation
fee. Client understands and agrees that
should an inspection have to be cancelled, there will be no guarantee that
another date can be booked before the next milestone phase.
Right of
Entry
Client warrants that Inside Outside Home
Inspection, LLC may have access to enter and inspect the property at any time
to review the ongoing construction activities. No area or component of the
construction will be restricted or unavailable.
Use of
Report
Distribution of this report to others is
at the sole risk of the client, and Inside Outside Home Inspection, LLC shall
not be liable to third parties as a result of such distributions.
Limits of
Liability
NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS OF MERCHANTABILITY
IS IMPLIED OR INTENDED WITH THE ISSUANCE OF THIS
All parties agree that the sole remedy
for any dispute involving the inspection report or contract shall be through
the procedures as described and offered by Construction Arbitration Services
per the Construction Mediation Rules. The liability of Inside Outside Home
Inspection, LLC shall in no case exceed the cost of the relevant milestone
inspection.
If no arbitration proceeding is initiated
by either parties to this Contract within one year of the final report, the
failure to initiate the arbitration proceedings will be considered conclusive
evidence that the parties are satisfied that each has properly and completely
performed their obligations under this contract.
Legal
Fees and Other Expenses
If either party makes a claim against the
other for any error, omission or other action arising out of the work performed
under this contract and fails to prove all aspects of such a claim, the party
making the claim will pay attorney / solicitor fees, arbitration fees, office
expenses and cost incurred in the defense of the claim. Client agrees to pay
all of Inside Outside Home Inspection, LLC cost, legal fees and expenses
incurred in collecting unpaid fees, or for any returned check tendered by
Client. If any check is returned ISF, a cashier’s check will be required for
all future payments.
Payment
The “Construction Phase” fee includes all
(5) milestone inspections. Each milestone inspection fee will be due before or
at the time of each milestone inspection. Delinquent payments are subject to
1.5% monthly service charge until paid.
Client to pay all cost for collection of past due accounts, including
attorney’s fees, employee labor and time in court.
Additional
Services
Additional services are available on an
“as needed” basis, as required by the Client. The services for the “Construction
Phase” inspection include evaluation and documentation required for that
inspection activity. Additional services
are available, typically based upon an hourly rate of $125.00 per hour. This
fee includes any time for additional documentation, research, drawing reviews,
telephonic communication, report writing, payment request review, and ongoing
photographic documentation of the construction process. The Client is
responsible for initiating and implementing additional services as necessary. Inside
Outside Home Inspection, LLC is not responsible for the inclusion of any
additional services that might have an impact on the performance of the work.
Services do not include construction
management or supervision of the work in process, supervision or management of
crews and activities occurring on site, or the coordination, supervision or
management of contractors, sub contractors or design professionals.
Client herby request a “Construction
Phase ” of the residence at the above address in full understanding and
acceptance that the total liability of Inside Outside Home Inspection, LLC and/or
inspector for mistakes, errors or omissions in this inspection shall be limited
to the fee for each milestone inspection, and this liability shall be exclusive.
In case any one or more provisions contained in this agreement shall, for any
reason, be held invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, such
invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall not effect any other provision
hereof, and this agreement shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal or
unenforceable provision had not been contained herein. This agreement shall be
governed by the laws of the State of
Offered by: Inside Outside Home
Inspection, LLC: __________________________________________________
Inspector: ______________________________________________
Date:_________________________________
Accepted by:
Client Signature_________________________________________Date:___________________________________
Printed Name:__________________________________________Email:___________________________________