THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between MGHI

Client’s Name

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Client’s Address

(Street, City, State, Zip Code)

Address of property to be inspected:

(Street, City, State, Zip Code)

Date of Inspection 

Terms of Payment.  The fee for this one time inspections:  $

(Payment is due at the time of inspection, exclusive of additional services)

1.

The purpose of this Inspection is to identify and disclose visually observable major deficiencies of the inspected systems. The information stated in the Inspection Report is valid to the best of the Inspector's knowledge at the time of the inspection only and is not a guarantee, warranty or insurance policy against current or future defects. The inspection and the report provided to you will conform to or exceed the STANDARDS OF PRACTICE FOR HOME INSPECTORS in NYS. The inspection and the completed report are limited by the terms and conditions, exclusions and limitations as established by this Contract and the New York State Code of Ethics. A copy of the of Ethics and Standards of Practice is available here www.dos.state.ny.us/licensing/homeinspect_ethics.html

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This inspection is a general overview of major components and mechanical equipment as outlined by the NYS Standards of Practice. MGHI will attempt to identify major repairs, operating problems, the state of repair of the home, based on conditions visible on the date of the survey only, of systems working & in use at the time of this survey, by operating normal household controls, not safety controls, by non-invasive testing, by one generalist inspector, and to include visible and readily accessible conditions of:

·         Structural Components, Site & Drainage, Garage, Exterior, Windows & Doors, Roofing Systems, Fuel Supply Systems, Interior Plumbing Systems, Heating-Ventilating-Air Conditioning Systems, Primary Electrical System, Insulation & Ventilation, Interior Surfaces, Fireplaces, Fuel Burning Appliances

3.

Home inspector is not required to inspect: Environmental conditions, subterranean soil conditions, insect infestation, zoning or codes compliance or any other regulatory compliance, lead paint, radon, mold or mildew contamination, geological or soil or water testing, existence of easements or other property encumbrances, asbestos contamination, landscaping, septic systems, irrigation or anything else beyond the physical components of the house itself unless otherwise noted in this contract.

4.

Limits of Liability: This Inspection is not intended to be technically exhaustive nor is it considered to be a “Warranty or Guarantee” expressed or implied regarding the condition of the Property, systems and components. The Inspector shall not be held responsible or liable for any repairs or replacements with regard to this property, systems or components and contents therein. Client and Inspector agree that in the event Inspector breaches his obligation or duty to perform such service and Client is thereby damaged, then the liability of Inspector (including principles, agents, and employees) shall be limited to a sum of the Inspection Fee paid by the Client. The Client assumes the risk of all losses greater than the cost of the Inspection Fee. Client agrees to accept a refund of the Inspection. Fee paid as full settlement of any and all claims which may ever arise from this Inspection.

5.

MGHI provides the inspection report for your exclusive use only. This report may not be transferred or assigned to any third party. The Client agrees to indemnify and hold us harmless from any and all losses, liabilities, related costs and expenses including attorney's fees that arise out of lawsuits brought by third parties who claim reliance on this report. All Copyrights are reserved.

6.

MGHI will not remove personal items in the course of our inspection, nor will we damage or disturb any property, including finished surfaces, insulation, landscaping, or snow or ice which obstructs the view of inspected areas or components. MGHI will not enter any areas that constitute a threat to its safety or are otherwise inaccessible.

7.

If any part(s) of this contract are declared invalid or unenforceable by any court or jurisdiction, then the surviving provisions of this contract shall remain in effect.

8.

This contract will become part of the inspection report, and acceptance of the inspection report will constitute the acceptance of the terms and understanding of the above.

9.

MGHI does not solicit referrals for home inspections from real-estate agents. We have no interest in the property or any arrangement with contractors or other trades-people or, any benefits derived from any sales or improvements to this property.

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www.dos.state.ny.us/licensing/homeinspect/hinspect_ethics.html