A PROtected Property Inspections
Pre-Inspection Agreement
Date:
Client:
Customer: Sample
Property Address:
1234 Sample Agreement
Property City, State, Zip:
Port St Lucie, FL 34953
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between A PROtectected Property Inspections LLC, referred to as
“Inspector”, and the Client Name shown above, referred to as “Client”.
In consideration of the promise and terms of this Agreement, the parties agree as follows:
1. The client will pay the fee at the time of inspection agreed upon by both parties for the inspection of the “Property”, being the
residence, and garage or carport, if applicable, located at the address shown above.
2. The Inspector will perform a visual inspection and prepare a written report of the apparent condition of the readily accessible
installed systems and components of the property existing at the time of the inspection. Latent and concealed defects and
deficiencies are excluded from the inspection.
3. The parties agree that the “Standards of Practice” (the “Standards”) shall define the standard of duty and the conditions,
limitations, and exclusions of the inspection and are incorporated by reference herein. A copy of the Standards is included with this
report. If the state where the inspection is performed imposes more stringent standards or administrative rule, then those state
standards shall define the standard of duty and the conditions, limitations and exclusions of the inspection.
4. The parties understand and agree that the Inspector and its employees and its agents assume no liability or responsibility for the
costs of repairing or replacing any unreported defects or deficiencies either current or arising in the future or any property damage,
consequential damage or bodily injury of any nature. If repairs or replacement is done without giving the Inspector the required
notice (90 Days), the Inspector will have no liability to the Client. The client further agrees that the Inspector is liable only up to the
cost of the inspection. ( not including any additional inspections for example WDO report)
5. The parties agree and understand the Inspector is not an insurer or guarantor against defects in the structure, items,
components or systems inspected. INSPECTOR MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE FITNESS FOR
USE, CONDITION, PERFORMANCE OR ADEQUACY OF ANY INSPECTED STRUCTURE, ITEM, COMPONENT, OR SYSTEM.
Inspector can only determine if its in working condition at the time of the inspection.( A 3rd party warranty company will warrant any
items miissed during the inspection as definned on the 90 day warranty)
6. If Client is married, Client represents that this obligation is a family obligation incurred in the interest of the family.
7. This Agreement, including the terms and conditions on the reverse side, represents the entire agreement between the parties
and there are no other agreements either written or oral between them. This Agreement shall be amended only by written
agreement signed by both parties. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of
Florida.
8. Systems, items, and conditions which are not within the scope of the building inspection include, but are not limited to: radon,
formaldehyde, lead paint, asbestos, toxic or flammable materials, molds, fungi, other environmental hazards; pest infestation;
security and fire protection systems; household appliances; humidifiers; paint, wallpaper and other treatments to windows, interior
walls, ceilings and floors; recreational equipment or facilities; underground storage tanks, energy efficiency measurements;
concealed or private secured systems; water wells; heating systems accessories; solar heating systems; sprinkling systems; water
softener; central vacuum systems, telephone, intercom or cable TV systems; antennae, lightning arrestors, trees or plants;
governing codes, ordinances, statutes and covenants and manufacturer specifications and septic systems. Client understands that
these systems, items and conditions are excepted from this inspection. Any general comments about these systems, items and
conditions of the written report are informal only and DO NOT represent an inspection.
9. The Inspection and report are performed and prepared for the sole and exclusive use and possession of the Client. No other
person or entity may rely on the report issued pursuant to this Agreement. In the event that any person, not a party to this
Agreement, makes any claim against Inspector, its employees or agents, arising out of the services performed by Inspector under
this Agreement, the Client agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Inspector from any and all damages, expenses, costs and
attorney fees arising from such a claim.
10. The Inspection will not include an appraisal of the value or a survey. The written report is not a compliance inspection or
certification for past or present governmental codes or regulations of any kind.
11. In the event of a claim by the Client that an installed system or component of the premises which was inspected by the
Inspector was not in the condition reported by the Inspector, the Client agrees to notify the Inspector at least 72 hours prior to
repairing or replacing such system or component. The Client further agrees that the Inspector is liable only if there has been a
complete failure to follow the standards included in the report. Furthermore, any legal action must be brought within 90 days from
the date of the inspection or will be deemed waived and forever barred. (Total Damages will not exceed the price of inspection)
( Any item over 10 yrs old, inspector will not be responsible for.)
( Inspector takes no responsibility for any home 30 yrs old or older after leaving the inspection)
( Inspector takes no responsibility for any home if there is a major storm or named storm after the date of the inspection)
Your inspector may have an affiliation with a third party service provider (“TPSP”) in order to offer you additional value-added
services. By entering into this agreement you (a) authorize your inspector to provide your contact information (including telephone
number) to the TPSP, (b) waive and release any restrictions that may prevent the TPSP from contacting you (including by
telephone using automated dialing technology), and (c) authorize the TPSP to contact you (including by telephone using
automated dialing technology) regarding home services.
Client/Representative has read this entire Agreement and accepts and understands this Agreement as hereby acknowledged. Client
acknowledges receipt of the standards of practice which applies. Client also agrees to the terms and conditions of the 90 day
guarantee.
The client agrees not to allow any other person to use this report as a tool to purchase said address.
Inspection Price $________________________
Client/Representative(Agent or Relative)
Signature: ___________________________________________
Date: __________
Inspector
Signature: ___________________________________________
Date: __________
Buyer Present: [ ] Yes [ ] No Agent present: [ ] Yes [ ] No
Client agrees to release reports to seller/buyer/Realtor®: [ ] Yes [ ] No
Any payments paid by credit card will be charged a 3.99% service fee.
Credit Card Number:____________________________ Amount:_______________
Current Address _____________________________________________________
Ex Date:_______________________
Address the card is addressed to:________________________________________
Customers signature: _________________________________________________