Complete Inspection Services, Inc.
PO Box 6297, Kingwood, TX 77325-6297
713-828-9110
Fax agreement back to 281-360-8613
Construction Phase (Including Final) and 1 Year End of Builders Warranty Inspection Agreement CLIENTS NAME _________________________________________________________ DATE ____/______/_______ CLIENTS ADDRESS: _______________________________________ CITY: __________________ ZIP: __________ HOME NUMBER: (_____) _____ - _______ CELL: (_____) _______ - _________ FAX: (_____) _______ - _________ EMAIL ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________________________ INSPECTION ADDRESS: _____________________________________ CITY: __________________ ZIP: __________ 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 Complete Inspection Services, Inc.. Scope of New Construction Services A Construction Phase Inspection or End of Builders Warranty 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 • Final Phase Visual inspection of mechanical, electrical, structure, plumbing systems. • End of Builders Warranty- Visual inspection of mechanical, electrical, structure, plumbing systems to see if any negative changes have occurred over the previous months after the Final Inspection. Note: Final Phase Inspection does not take the place of the Builders Punch List. Complete Inspection Services, Inc. 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 of issues found. The report will be emailed and or faxed to the Client, Clients representative or Builder only. The “Construction Phase or End of Builders Warranty 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 or End of Builders Warranty Inspection”. However, they are not “Specialist” in any field. If an “Specialist” analysis is desired, contact Complete Inspection Services, Inc. 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. 2 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. Complete Inspection Services, Inc. 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 or End of Builders Warranty Inspection” 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 Complete Inspection Services, Inc.at 713 828 9110 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 will be charged. Cancellation fees are $150 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 Complete Inspection Services, Inc. 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 Complete Inspection Services, Inc 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 INSPECTION REPORT. Your purchase of this “Construction Phase or End of Builders Warranty Inspection” report will ultimately reduce some risk in new construction activities, but it cannot eliminate risk altogether. Other disclosures by qualified and competent individuals, as well as studies by Complete Inspection Services, Inc can help further reduce your risk from construction. If a component of the building(s) inspected by Complete Inspection Services, Inc is reported as requiring replacement or repair after the inspection, and Client replaces the component before Complete Inspection Services, Inc has had the opportunity to reinspect it, Complete Inspection Services, Inc and its inspectors are absolved of all responsibility for the repair or replacement of that component. 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 Complete Inspection Services, Inc shall in no case exceed the cost of the relevant milestone inspection. 3 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 Complete Inspection Services, Inc cost, legal fees and expenses incurred in collecting unpaid fees, or for any returned check tendered by Client, or any denied credit card charges. Payment The “Construction Phase or End of Builders Warranty Inspection” 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 or End of Builders Warranty 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. Complete Inspection Services, Inc 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 or End of Builders Warranty Inspection” of the residence at the above address in full understanding and acceptance that the total liability of Complete Inspection Services, Inc and/or inspector for mistakes, errors or omissions in this inspection shall be limited to the fee for each milestone inspection, except as otherwise provided by law. 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 Texas. I warrant that I read the agreement carefully. I understand the content and agree to be bound by the terms of this contract. Offered by: Complete Inspection Services, Inc. Inspector: _____________________________________________________ Inspector: _________________________________________________ Date: Accepted by: Client Signature________________________________________________ Date:___________________________ Printed Name:__________________________________________ Fees due at each milestone Inspection: Pre-Pour: $ __________ Framing: $ ___________ End of Builders Warranty: $___________ Pre-Drywall: $ ___________ Final Inspection: $ ___________