SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION Clause Samples
The "Scope of the Inspection" clause defines the specific areas, systems, and components that will be examined during an inspection. It typically outlines what is included and excluded from the inspection, such as structural elements, electrical systems, or appliances, and may set limitations based on accessibility or safety concerns. This clause ensures that both parties have a clear understanding of the inspector's responsibilities and helps prevent disputes by clarifying expectations regarding the extent of the inspection.
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SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. This Inspection is a limited visual examination of certain readily accessible systems and components (designated for inspection herein) using normal operating controls and opening readily openable access panels. The purpose of the Inspection is to provide you with information about the condition of certain systems and components of the home at the time of the Inspection. The inspection will be performed in accordance with the technical guidelines of the American Society of Home Inspectors (“ASHI”) (referred to herein as “inspection guidelines”). (A copy of the inspection guidelines are available from us upon request and should be reviewed by you prior to accepting our service.) The inspection guidelines are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety and are hereby made a part of this Agreement. All terms used herein and not otherwise defined shall have the meaning set forth in the inspection guidelines. See “Additional Services” section below. This inspection shall also comply with the Standards of Practice of the Mississippi Real Estate Commission. (See Mississippi Standards of Practice Section below.) The inspector is a generalist and is not a licensed engineer or expert in any specific craft or trade. If the inspector recommends further action, including (but not lim ited to) consulting with a specialized expert(s), you must do so at your expense or otherwise assume all risks associated with failure to do so. This Inspection is not technically exhaustive. The fee charged for this Inspection is substantially less than that of a technically exhaustive inspection. A written inspection report (Report) will be provided describing the following systems and components: structural components (including foundation and framing), exterior, roof system, plumbing system, electrical system, heating system, installed central and through-wall air conditioning systems, interiors, insulation & ventilation, and fireplaces & solid fuel burning appliances. The Report will identify the following: (a) which systems and components designated for inspection herein are, in the professional opinion of the inspector, significantly deficient or near the end of their service life, (b) why the inspector deems the system or component to be significantly deficient or near the end of its service life, (c) whether further evaluation, correction or monitoring is needed, and (d) whether any system or component described herein was not inspected and why it was not inspected. We rese...
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. The scope and limits of the Inspection are defined and further described in the attached Standards of Practice. While the following list is not exhaustive, it is of particular importance to note that the Inspection will be limited to a non-invasive visual only inspection of the readily accessible features and components of the Property and the Inspector will not, among other things:
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. Visual Home Inspection - The Home Inspection you receive is a non-invasive, visual examination of the readily accessible items identified in the inspection report. The inspector is not an expert in every building craft or profession. Therefore, the home inspection that we conduct is not technically exhaustive. The inspection is designed only to identify unsafe/non-functioning systems, structures and/or components that were exposed to view and apparent as of the time/day of the inspection. A written inspection report will describe and identify the inspected systems, structures, or components of the building inspected, and shall list any unsafe or non-functioning systems, structures, and components observed during the inspection. The inspection report is a written opinion of a trained home inspector based upon what was visible and evident at the time of the inspection. The report is not a listing of repairs to be made and is not intended for use as a guide in re-negotiating a real estate transaction. Items that are not listed in the inspection report were not inspected and are not included under the scope of the inspection service provided. It is agreed that the inspector is not, as part of the inspection, determining compliance with installation guidelines, construction documents, manufactures specifications, building codes, local ordinances, zoning regulations, covenants, or other restrictions, including local interpretations thereof. If this is a "verbal" inspection you agree that there shall be no legal liability for the inspection until/unless a full written inspection report is requested and paid for within 7 calendar days of the inspection. Inspection Standards - The home inspection and/or systems inspected will be performed in accordance with the scope and standards of practice of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI) and/or the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and in accordance with any specific State or Provincial standards and/or licensing requirement. A copy of the standards of practice is available through your inspector. This Home Inspection is conducted in accordance with the Arizona Standards of Professional Practice for Home Inspectors.
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. Any areas which are concealed and not exposed to view, or are inaccessible due to cover by soil, walls and/ or wall coverings, floors and/or floor coverings, ceilings, furniture, personal property, and/or any other barriers whether permanent or movable, are not included in this inspection. This inspection excludes destructive testing or dismantling, and shall follow the STANDARDS OF PRACTICE AND CODE OF ETHICS as set forth by the American Society of Home Inspectors, Inc. (ASHI). The CLIENT understands there is inherent risk in the purchase of real property and agrees to hold COMPANY harmless for any condition which is concealed from view at the time of the inspection, or considered outside the scope of this inspection. The inspection is NOT a compliance inspection for any government codes, regulations or to substantiate insurability. In the event that COMPANY is found to be liable to CLIENT any acts including errors or omissions which are related to the home inspection or the home inspection report, then the aggregate for any claim made against the inspector or the COMPANY shall not exceed $2,000, as set forth and agreed to by CLIENT signature found within this form. In the event that the COMPANY is found to be liable to CLIENT from any other cause or causes of action not covered by the Kansas Consumer Protection Act, (including, but not limited to, breach of contract or warranty, violations of the Kansas Consumer Protection Act, or any other common law theory or statutory violation or claim alleged or found not to be covered by the ACT), then the liability of COMPANY is limited to a sum equal to the inspection fee paid by CLIENT for the base inspection. If requested by CLIENT, COMPANY will assume a greater liability, but only for an additional charge to be agreed upon by CLIENT and COMPANY. If COMPANY and CLIENT so agree, it will be defined in a separate written and signed document.
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. Any area or component which is not exposed to view, is concealed or is inaccessible because of soil, snow + ice, organic matter, walls, floors, carpets, ceilings, furnishings or other items or those which require dismantling or destructive testing is outside the scope of the inspection. No assessment and representation is made with regard to compliance with building codes and regulations. Whether or not they are concealed, the following items are also outside the scope of this inspection: -Air conditioning and heat pump equipment testing when temperatures or conditions are not conducive for safe, effective operation. No assessment or representation is made with regard to heating and cooling equipment size (btu capacity) to the load requirement of the building nor the efficiency of such equipment. -Asbestos, radon, formaldehyde, lead, mold/mildew or air quality. -Building value appraisal or cost estimates. -Condition of detached buildings. -Electromagnetic radiation or any environmental hazards. -Engineering analysis. -Free standing appliances, security alarms or personal property. -Furnace heat exchangers. -Geological stability, erosion or soils conditions. -Pools or spas bodies and underground piping. -Prediction of life expectancy of any item. -Private water or private sewerage systems. -Radio-controlled devices, automatic gates, elevators, lifts, dumbwaiters, thermostatic or timer controls. -Saunas, steam baths or fixtures and equipment. -Sprinklers and irrigation systems. -Termites, pests, wood destroying organisms or infestation. -Water softener/purifier systems or solar heating systems. Your inspector is a home inspection generalist and is not acting as an engineer, craftsman or tradesman. If your inspector recommends consulting others with specialized skills it is your responsibility to do so. Client understands and agrees that any claim for failing to inform the Client of observable Material Defects in the present condition of the property or any other claim arising out of the inspection shall be made in writing and reported within ten (10) business days of discovery of alleged failure. Client further agrees that with the exception of emergency conditions, Client, Client's agents, employees or independent contractors will make no alterations, modifications, or repairs to the claimed discrepancy prior to re-inspection by the inspector. Client understands and agrees that any failure to notify the inspector as stated above shall constitute a waiver of...
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. This general home inspection is a non-invasive, visual examination of the readily accessible built-in appliances, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, and the essential internal and external structural components of the residential dwelling under the current Standards of Practice of the California Real Estate Inspector Association which may be viewed at (▇▇▇▇▇.▇▇▇) or a copy may be requested from us, and is limited by the limitations, exceptions and exclusions so stated in the Standards of Practice and this Agreement. The Inspection only includes those systems and components expressly and specifically identified in the Inspection Report. The Inspection limitations, exceptions and exclusions in the Standards of Practice are incorporated herein. In addition, any area which is not exposed to view, is concealed, is inaccessible because of soil, walls, floors, carpets, ceilings, furnishings or any other fashion. The Inspection does not include any destructive testing or dismantling. The following systems and components and areas are among those NOT included in the Inspection or Inspection Report: · Latent or concealed defects, compliance with code or zoning ordinances or permit research or system or component recalls. · Structural, geological, soil, survey, engineering analysis or testing. · Termites or other wood destroying insects or organisms, rodents or other pests, dry rot or fungus, or damage from or relating to the preceding. · Asbestos, radon gas, lead paint, urea formaldehyde, mold or mildew, odors or noise, or flammable chemicals, 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. · Private water, sewage, water softeners or purifiers, or solar systems. · Pools, spas, hot tubs, saunas, steam baths, fountains or other types of or related systems and components. · Repair cost estimates or building value appraisal. · Thermostatic or time clock controls, radio controlled devices, automatic gates or elevators, lifts, dumbwaiters. · Freestanding appliances and gas appliances such as fire pits, barbecues, heaters and lamps. Main gas shut off valve. Any gas leaks, furnace heat exchangers. · Seismic safety, security or fire safety systems or security bars and/or safety equipment. · Any adverse condition that may affect the desirability of the property but not limited to proximity to railroad trac...
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. The purpose of the inspection is to report the general condition of the home and identify and disclose major defects and deficiencies of the inspected systems and components which existed at the time of the inspection and which are evident to the inspector upon ordinary visual observation. Minor and/or cosmetic defects may be listed in the report for maintenance purposes but it is not the intent, nor will the inspection report, identify, and list all minor and/or cosmetic defects. The inspection is intended to evaluate systems and components of the primary premises. Included with the inspection is the evaluation of primary attached garages/carports/decks/porches/patios. The inspection does not include evaluation of detached garages/carports/patios/decks or other structures unless explicitly specified. The client is encouraged to accompany the inspector during the inspection. Client participation shall be at the client’s risk for personal injury or damage to person or property for any reason or from any cause. The inspection and report are performed and prepared for the sole, confidential, and exclusive use and possession of the client(s). The inspection report is not transferable. Systems and components to be inspected include: exposed and visible foundations and structures, exteriors, roofing, plumbing, electrical, attic, interiors, bathrooms and kitchen, basement and crawlspaces, heating and central air conditioning, and garage or carport. The inspection is limited to the readily accessible and visible systems, equipment and components of the home. The inspector will not dismantle and/or move equipment, systems, furniture, appliances, floor coverings, finished or fastened surfaces or components, personal property or other items to conduct this inspection or otherwise to expose concealed or inaccessible conditions. The inspection will not include destructive testing of any kind.
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. The scope of the inspection is defined by the attached Standards of Practice. While the following list is not all inclusive, it is of particular importance to note that the inspector will not:
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. Visual Home Inspection - The Home Inspection you receive is a non-invasive, visual examination of the readily accessible items identified in the inspection report. The inspector is not an expert in every building craft or profession. Therefore, the home inspection that we conduct is not technically exhaustive. The inspection is designed only to identify unsafe/non-functioning systems, structures and/or components that were exposed to view and apparent as of the time/day of the inspection. A written inspection report will describe and identify the inspected systems, structures, or components of the building inspected, and shall list any unsafe or non-functioning systems, structures, and components observed during the inspection. The inspection report is a written opinion of a trained home inspector based upon what was visible and evident at the time of the inspection. The report is not a listing of repairs to be made and is not intended for use as a guide in re-negotiating a real estate transaction. Items that are not listed in the inspection report were not inspected and are not included under the scope of the inspection service provided. It is agreed that the inspector is not, as part of the inspection, determining compliance with installation guidelines, construction documents, manufactures specifications, building codes, local ordinances, zoning regulations, covenants, or other restrictions, including local interpretations thereof. If this is a "verbal" inspection you agree that there shall be no legal liability for the inspection until/unless a full written inspection report is requested and paid for within 7 calendar days of the inspection. Inspection Standards - The home inspection and/or systems inspected will be performed in accordance with the Standards of Practice of the North Carolina Home Inspector Licensure Board and with the scope and standards of practice of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI) and/or the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and in accordance with any specific State or Provincial standards and/or licensing requirement. A copy of the standards of practice is available through your inspector.
SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION. It is understood and agreed that this Inspection is a limited visual examination of certain readily accessible systems and components (designated for inspection herein) using normal operating controls and without disassembling any access panels. This inspection is not technically exhaustive and will not detect concealed or latent defects. Inspection is limited to visual observations of apparent condition existing at the time of the inspection only. The inspection will be performed in according to the "Standards of Practice" of State of Illinois (referred to herein as “inspection guidelines”). These standards of practice inform you of what a home inspector should report, and what is not expected of the home inspector to report.
(A) If the property consists of a single family residence, townhouse or multi-family residence, the readily accessible areas of the following systems and components will be inspected and/or described: Structural components – foundation and framing; floor, wall, ceiling and roof structures. Exterior Components - siding, trims ▇▇▇▇▇, soffits, fascia, flashing, windows, doors, decks, and balconies. Roof – roof covering, roof drainage systems, flashings, skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations. Plumbing System - water supply and distribution systems including fixtures and faucets, the drain, waste and vent systems, the water heating equipment and venting systems, and the fuel distribution systems and sump pumps. Electrical Systems - service drop, service entrance conductors, service grounding, main disconnects interior components of service panels and sub-panels, conductors’ overcurrent protection devices, GFCIs, accessible outlets and representative number of installed lighting fixtures and switches. Heating System - installed heating equipment, heat distribution systems, and visible vent systems. Air-Conditioning System - installed central and through wall cooling equipment. Interior Components - walls, ceiling, floors, railing, counters, a representative number of cabinets, doors and windows, fireplaces, garage doors and openers. Insulation & Ventilation - insulation and vapor barriers in unfinished spaces, ventilation systems in attic and foundation areas, kitchen baths, and laundry.
(B) If the property consists of a condominium unit, the standard visual inspection will cover only the following systems and components within the condominium unit: interior rooms, doors, windows, electrical system including circuit breaker box and el...