Authorization for Home Inspection Services

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to inspect the following address:

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The Parties Understand and Voluntarily Agree as follows:

This Agreement Limits Our Liability. Please Read It Carefully and Ask About Anything You Do Not Understand.

SCOPE OF INSPECTION AND REPORT
Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc. will conduct a visual inspection of the subject property and prepare a written Inspection Report of the apparent condition of the accessible installed systems and components existing at the time of the inspection. We agree that the current Standards of Practice of the Illinois Division or Professional Regulation (Standards) shall define the standard of duty and conditions, limitations and exclusions of this inspection and are expressly incorporated herein by reference. We will also adhere to the Standards of Practice of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors. This Home Inspection is subject to the following terms and conditions.

This inspection does not constitute a warranty, guarantee or insurance policy of any kind. Inspector makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability, fitness for use, condition, performance, life expectancy or adequacy of any inspected structure, item, component or system.

This Home Inspection is subject to the following terms and conditions.

LIMITED LIABILITY - We agree that Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc., its employees, agents and subcontractors assume no liability 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 personal injury of any nature. We agree that sole remedies for any deficiency in the performance of Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc. are, as appropriate, a re-inspection at no additional charge or a refund of the inspection fee. In the event of a claim by the Client that an installed system or component of the Subject Property that was inspected was not in the condition reported by the Inspector, or was improperly left unreported, the Client agrees to notify Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc, in writing, at least 5 business days prior to repairing or replacing such system or component. If repair or replacement is done without giving the Inspector the required notice and opportunity to re-inspect such system or component, Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc. shall have no liability to the Client.  

NOTICE TO Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc. - In the event you have any complaint about our services or the Inspection Report or you feel there is an error or omission in the performance of those services, you agree to, within 5 days, notify Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc., in writing of your complaint so as to provide Top Notch Home Inspector, Inc, a reasonable opportunity to review the issue if we feel you have a legitimate complaint. Altering or repairing any item without giving us notice and a reasonable opportunity to investigate your claim (except for an emergency) will waive any claim you may have against us. Furthermore, any legal action must be brought within one (1) year from date of inspection or will be deemed waived and forever barred
 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
Dispute Resolution - Each of us agrees that every dispute between us, except those for non-payment of fees, that in any way, directly or indirectly, arise out of or relate to this Agreement, or to the interpretation of this agreement, the scope of services provided to you, the Inspection Report or any and all other matters involving the services we perform, shall be submitted to binding arbitration under the construction industry rules of the American Arbitration Association, except for the procedure of selecting the arbitrator. The parties shall mutually appoint an arbitrator familiar with both the professional home inspection industry and the State of Illinois Home Inspector licensing provisions and the Standards of Practice for Home Inspections. If the Parties cannot agree on an arbitrator, each party shall designate a representative, who, together, shall mutually appoint an arbitrator. The arbitration decision shall be binding on all parties and judgment upon the award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.  

Severability - The partial or complete invalidity of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the validity or continuing force and effect of any other provision and all such unaffected provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Amendments - No amendment or alteration of this Agreement shall be valid unless in writing and signed by the parties.

Entire Agreement - This agreement - contains the entire agreement between the parties hereto, and there are no other representations, warranties or commitments, except as are specifically set forth in this document. This document supersedes any and all representations or discussions, whether oral or written, if any, among the parties related to the subject matter of this Agreement. This agreement may be modified, altered or amended only in writing and when signed by both parties hereto.

Confidentiality of Report - Client understands that the inspection and inspection report are performed and prepared for their sole, confidential and exclusive use. Client agrees that they will not transfer or disclose any part ct the inspection report to any other person with these exceptions: (1) one copy may be provided to the current seller(s) of the property, and their Attorney but only upon express condition the seller(s) covenant to use the inspection report only in connection with Client's transaction, and agree not to transfer or disclose the report to any persons other than their real estate agent, and (2) one copy may be provided to the other real estate agent representing the Client and /or a bank or other lender for use in Client's transaction only and (3) Client, the Client's attorneys, agents, and brokers. Client agrees to Indemnify, defend and hold harmless Company from any third party claims relating to this inspection or Inspection report.

Visual Only. The inspector cannot examine what cannot be seen. We do not remove floor, wall or ceiling coverings, move furniture or debris, open walls or perform any type of destructive testing of systems or exposed surfaces nor do we dismantle equipment. We do not inspect, comment on and/or test underground or concealed pipes or underground or concealed electrical lines or circuits or underground storage tanks. Because this inspection is visual and non-invasive, concealed items or components may remain undetected during the inspection. Client agrees to assume all risk for system or component conditions that are concealed from view, inaccessible to the Inspector at the time of the inspection, unsafe and/or substantially deficient at the time of the inspection. Because this is a visual and non-invasive inspection of accessible areas only, any area not readily accessible or visible because of, but not limited to, soil or vegetation, walls, floors, carpets. ceilings, furnishings, debris or personal belongings, water, Ice or snow or any conditions that would endanger the inspector or potentially cause damage to the subject property or any of its systems or components ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED IN THIS INSPECTION.
NOTE: We will be happy to return and inspect any area made visible by the client or the homeowner or changing weather conditions. This additional service may involve an additional fee.

Limited Scope of Inspection. The following are excluded from this inspection: Sewer lines and/or site waste disposal systems; water softeners; any and all low voltage wiring system and components; lightning arrestors; any timing systems; water purification systems; well systems (other than above ground components); solar heating or cooling systems; swimming pools; spas; fencing; playground or sports equipment; underground sprinkler systems; back flushing equipment; instant water heating devices; pressure tests on central air conditioning systems; furnace heat exchangers; radiant heating systems; appliances and any other personal property and other items listed as Specific Exclusions in the Agreement. We do not address conditions relating to animals, pests or rodents. Cosmetic features are excluded, including without limitation, paint, wall coverings, carpeting, flooring, paneling, lawn and landscaping. We are not allowed to light pilot lights or activate any major system that is shut down at the time of the inspection.



This inspection does not constitute a warranty, guarantee or Insurance policy of any kind. Inspector makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability, fitness for use, condition, performance, life expectancy or adequacy of any inspected structure, item, component or system.                                                                                                                                                                     
                         
Mold Testing and/or Analysis are Specifically Excluded from this report. WE URGE YOU TO GET A SEPARATE MOLD INSPECTION BY A QUALIFIED MICROBIOLOGIST OR LICENSED INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS ABOUT THIS MATTER.

Code Compliance, Manufacturer's Specifications, Valuation, Regulations. We will not investigate nor give any opinion concerning easements, conditions of title, zoning matters, building codes or standards or property measurements and value appraisals. There are thousands of building codes and manufacturer's specifications and they change frequently and are frequently subject to contradiction and individual interpretation. Because of this we do not give any opinion concerning compliance of the subject property's improvements with any governmental building code requirements. You should contact the appropriate governmental agencies should you wish such information.

Product defects and Environmental Hazards - Our inspection is neither a chemical analysis nor a search for defective products or environmental hazards; radon, formaldehyde, lead paint, asbestos, toxic or flammable materials, molds, fungi, water or air quality, PCB's or other toxins, electro-magnetic fields, underground storage tanks, proximity to toxic waste sites or other environmental or health hazards

NOTE: Unless otherwise expressly contracted for, in writing, the inspection of Condominiums and Town Houses are for the interior of the units only. Common elements, exterior walls, roofs, etc. are not inspected or commented upon.

THIS INSPECTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A WARRANTY. AND INSURANCE POLICY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND THE INSPECTION REPORT REFLECTS VISUAL. NON-INVASIVE AND NO-TECHNICALLY EXHAUSTIVE OBSERVATIONS OF CERTAIN LISTED SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AS OF THE DATE TIME AND CONDITIONS WHEN THE INSPECTION IS PERFORMED.

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Inspection fee is payable PRIOR to report delivery. If you will not be present at the inspection, mail checks to:

Top Notch Home Inspector
4657 N Grace Street
Schiller Park IL 60176

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