AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES

Pre-Purchase Residential Inspection

 

This is the complete agreement regarding engineering services to be provided by Criterium-Brown Engineers related to the property described below.  This is intended to be a legally binding agreement.  Please read it carefully.

 

CLIENT: ___________________________                 

 

LOCATION OF PROPERTY:                          INSPECTION SCHEDULE:

 (street)            ______________________________                        DATE:  _____________, 2004(weather permitting) 

 (city/state)  ____________________________                TIME:   __________ AM  (approximate)

 

 DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:

            approximate age?  ________ (years)         Single family?  ______ YES   ______  NO

            approximate size?   _________  Sq Ft    ______  bedrooms     ______  bathrooms

            garage?  ______    attached     ______   detached      ______     none

            additional buildings?   ______  YES    ______  NO  other?

 

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

                     STANDARD INSPECTION               EXHAUSTIVE INSPECTION

                     STRUCTURAL INSPECTION              (other) ____________________                                           

 TESTING SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED:

                   no tests requested                                        radon water test ($60)

                   standard water test($60)                                      radon air test ($150)

                    (other)____________                                   (other)_________________

 

 TOTAL FEE:   $____________  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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Effective March 1, 2003

© Criterium Engineers 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.

 

_____            STANDARD INSPECTION: A limited visual inspection to identify significant deficiencies and/or

(int'l)    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

(int'l)    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 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 2-3  business days following the inspection, unless prior arrangements are made.  Some test results may take longer.

 

_____            LIMITED STRUCTURAL INSPECTION:  An inspection and evaluation that is limited to reasonably

(int'l)    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

(int'l)    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 2-3 business days following the inspection, unless prior arrangements are made.

 

_____            EXHAUSTIVE INSPECTION:  A STANDARD INSPECTION PLUS invasive testing and/or equipment

(int'l)            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

            (int'l)   coverings and/or drilling into wall cavities (to check for structural damage, for example) and requires the current owners written permission. It is not a guarantee or warranty regarding the condition of this building.  Our maximum liability for loss suffered by our 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                                                                            Washburn, ME  04786

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