This is a report of a visual inspection of the readily accessible areas of this building, in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in the PRE-INSPECTION AGREEMENT, which is part of this report and incorporated herein. The body of the report is the official document. While the report shall, upon full payment for same, become the property of the CLIENT, any photography, imaging, videography and the like shall remain the property of Buss Inspection Services, Inc.
Buss Inspection Services, Inc. agrees to conduct an inspection of the above-mentioned property, for the purpose of identifying and disclosing to the client certain conditions of major systems of the property in order that the client may better understand the physical aspects of the property. Major systems include foundation, central heating and air conditioning, internal plumbing, electrical systems, roofing, attic insulation and ventilating, ceilings, walls and floors. The inspection and report are performed for the sole, confidential and exclusive use and possession of the CLIENT, using the Standards and practices of The American Society of Home Inspectors and those set by the State of Illinois.
It is understood and agreed that this inspection will be of readily accessible areas of the building and is limited to visual observations of apparent conditions existing at the time of the inspection only. Latent and concealed defects and deficiencies are excluded from the inspection.
No items will be dismantled; no closed valves will be opened. If performed after dusk, or if precipitation or accumulation should prevent a reasonable view of the property, the entire exterior is excluded from this inspection. The purpose of the inspection is to view the major systems and to give our opinion on these systems. For all systemic issues we will recommend further professional evaluation. The purpose of the inspection is not to discover every flaw of the home but to give our opinion of the major systems and identify where further investigation will be warranted.
The inspection and report do not address and are not intended to address the possible presence of danger from any potentially harmful substance or environmental hazards including but not limited to radon gas, lead paint, asbestos, mold, urea formaldehyde, and underground storage tanks, toxic or flammable chemicals. Also excluded are inspections of swimming pools, wells, septic systems, chimney interiors, security systems, central vacuum systems, water softeners or sprinkler systems, intercom systems, low voltage decorative lighting, and the presence or absence of rodents, termites, and other insects. Any comments about these systems, items and conditions and the Summary Section of the written report are informal only and do not represent an inspection. The inspectiondoes not cover compliance with or lack of compliance with government building codes. (See the back of this page for full disclosure of all items not included in this inspection and report.)
The parties agree that Buss Inspection Services, Inc. assumes no liability nor responsibility for the cost of repairing or replacing any unreported defects or deficiencies, either current or arising in the future, or for any property damage consequential damage or bodily injury of any nature. Any liability is limited to the cost of the inspection. The inspection and the report are not intended for, or to be used as a guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding the adequacy, performance or future condition of any inspected structure, item or system or that all deficiencies or problems with the home will be discovered during the limited time of this inspection.
The CLIENT agrees that during the walk-through prior to the closing, the CLIENT will operate all appliances, look for standing water in the basement or crawl space, operate the furnace and the air conditioner (weather permitting), check for hot water, test all plumbing fixtures for leaking, drainage and operation, and examine the windows. If problems are found, the CLIENT agrees to postpone the closing until all deficient conditions are rectified.
The CLIENT agrees to notify the inspector at least 72 hours prior to repairing or replacing such system or component that CLIENT feels was not in the condition reported by the inspector, before or replacing such. Furthermore, the CLIENT agrees that any dispute, controversy or claim for, but not limited to, breach of contract, any form of negligence, fraud or misrepresentation arising from this contract, the inspection and inspection report shall be submitted to final and binding arbitration under Rules and Procedures of the Expedited Arbitration of Home Inspection Disputes of Construction Arbitration Services, Inc. Arbitration must be commenced within one year of the date of the inspection.