AIP Pool-Spa Inspection Agreement
- 1. ADVANTAGE INSPECTION PROFESSIONALS, LLC 42-335 Washington St., Ste F, #15, Palm Desert, CA 92211 760-835-8772 Fax 408-200-8810 POOL/SPA INSPECTION AGREEMENT, THIS IS INTENDED TO BE A LEGALLY BINDING CONTRACT PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY Client: Property address: SCOPE OF THE INSPECTION: The pool/spa inspection to be performed for Client identified in this contract is a limited non-invasive visual inspection, performed for the fee set forth below, designed to identify material defects in the pool/spa components as they exist at the time of the inspection. The term material defect is defined as the presence of patent defects or material deferred maintenance of the pool/spa systems, components, or equipment. This definition specifically excludes deficiencies that are normally remedied during routine operating maintenance and, which generally do not represent a material defect of the pool and spa system. The pool/spa inspection will be performed in accordance with the Standards of Practice of the American Society of Home Inspectors ("ASHI") in effect at the time of inspection. Copies of the ASHI Standards are available upon request, or you can visit www.ashi.org This pool/spa inspection is not intended to be technically exhaustive. Inspector shall prepare a written inspection report for the sole use and benefit of Client identified in this contract. the pool/spa report shall describe and identify the inspection systems, and components of the pool/spa, and shall identify material defects in those systems and components observed during the inspection. Client agrees to read the entire inspection report when it is received and promptly contact the inspector with any questions or concerns client may have regarding the pool/spa inspection or the inspection report. LIMITATIONS, EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: Excluded from this pool/spa inspection is any system, structure, or component of the pool/spa which is inaccessible, concealed from view, or cannot be inspected due to circumstances beyond the control of Inspector, or which Client has agreed is not to be inspected. The following are excluded from the scope of this pool/spa inspection unless specifically agreed otherwise between Inspector and Client. 1. Determining compliance with installation guidelines, manufactures specification, building codes, all ordinances, regulations, covenants, zoning or other restrictions, including local interpretations thereof. 2. Obtaining or reviewing information from any third-parties including, but not limited to: government agencies (such as permits, components or systems manufacturers (including product defects, recalls or similar notices), contractors, managers, sellers, occupants, neighbors, consultants, homeowner or similar associations, attorneys, real estate agents or brokers. 3. Geo technical, engineering, structural, architectural, geological, hydrological, land surveying or soils-related examinations. 4. Certain factors relating to any systems, structures, or components of the pool/spa, including, but not limited to adequacy, efficiency, durability or remaining useful life, cost to repair, replace, or operate, fair market value, or advisability of purchase. 5. Environmental hazards or conditions, including, but not limited to, toxic, reactive, combustible, chemicals, corrosive contaminants, wildfire, geologic or flood. 6. Dismantling or any system, structure, or component, or perform any intrusive or destructive examination, testing or analysis. 7. Systems or components of the pool and or spa that are not permanently installed. 8. Systems, structures, or components not specifically identified in the written inspection report and in the CREIA Standards 9. Operating systems or components that have been disconnected, shut down or in the opinion of the inspector could result in damage to the pool/spa's components or systems. 10. Inspecting any below grade components or underground systems or portion thereof or pressure testing of any piping. Advantage Inspection Professionals, LLC Page # 1 of 3
- 2. ADVANTAGE INSPECTION PROFESSIONALS, LLC 42-335 Washington St., Ste F, #15, Palm Desert, CA 92211 760-835-8772 Fax 408-200-8810 11. Come into contact with pool/spa water to examine the system, structure, or components. 12. Examine accessories, such as, but not limited to:fountains, water falls, diving or jump boards, ladders, slides, steps or any other recreational components including pool equipment enclosures,(pool houses/sheds). 13. Operating or evaluating security systems, alarms, remote controls, radio controls, computer controls low voltage electrical systems, antennas, electronic controls, key-operated switches, timers, photo-electric, motion sensing, or other such similar non-primary electric devises, components or systems. 14. Operating or evaluating, pool/spa covers, back-flushing systems, automatic water re-fills, anti vortex drains, valves, air switches, jets, pool cleaners, aerators, skimmers, chemical injection systems, water chemistry or other conditioning devices, and related components. 15. Evaluate thermostat(s) or their calibration, heating elements and solar systems. 16. Evaluating child access barrier adequacy of pool enclosures. Inspector is a pool/spa generalist and is not acting as an expert in any trade. The pool/spa inspection report may contain recommendations for further evaluation by a individual other then Inspector herein who is qualified as an expert or specialist in that specific trade of profession. If Inspector recommends consulting other specialized experts, Client agrees to do so at the own expense. It is Client's duty and obligation to exercise reasonable care to protect themselves regarding the condition of the pool/spa, including those facts that are known to or within the diligent attention and observation of Client. LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: It is understood and agreed by and between the parties hereto that is would be impracticable and extremely difficult to fix the actual damages, if any, which may result from a failure to perform such services as called for under this agreement, and in case of any failure to perform such services, negligence, or act or omission causing damage, and a resulting loss, Client's damages herein shall be liquidated and fixed in an amount equal to the consultation fee paid multiplied by one hundred fifty percent (150%) as liquidated damages and not as penalty, and this remedy shall be exclusive. CONFIDENTIAL REPORT: The inspector report to be prepared for Client is solely and exclusively for Client's own information and may not be relied upon by any other person. Client agrees to maintain the confidentiality of the inspection report and agrees not to disclose any part of it to any other person. Client may distribute copies of the pool/spa inspection report to the seller and the real estate agents directly in this transaction, but Client and Inspector do not in any way intend to benefit said seller or the real estate agents directly or indirectly though this Agreement or the inspection report. CLIENT AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD INSPECTOR HARMLESS FROM ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIMS ARISING OUT TO CLIENT'S UNAUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTION OF THE INSPECTION REPORT. SEVERABILTY: Should any provision of this contract be held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be either invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of this contract shall remain in full force and effect, unimpaired by the court's holding. GENERAL PROVISIONS: The written report is not a substitute for any transferor's or agent's disclosure that may be required by law, or a substitute for Client's independent duty to reasonably evaluate the property prior to the close of the transaction. This inspection agreement, the real estate inspection, and the written report do not constitute a home warranty, guarantee, or insurance policy of any kind whatsoever. No legal action or proceeding of any kind, including those sounding in tort or contract, can be commenced against Inspector/Inspection Company or its officers, agents, or employees more than one year from the date of this inspection. THIS TIME PERIOD IS SHORTER THAN OTHERWISE PROVIDED BY LAW. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their heirs, successors, and assigns. This Agreement constitutes the entire integrated agreement between the parties hereto pertaining to the subject matter hereof and may be modified only by written agreement signed by all of the parties hereto. No oral agreements, understandings, or representations shall change, modify, or amend any part of this Agreement. Each party signing this Agreement warrants and represents that he/she has the fully capacity and authority to execute this Agreement on behalf of the named party. If this Agreement is executed on behalf of Client by any third party, the person executing this Agreement expressly represents to Inspector that he/she has the full and complete authority to execute this agreement on clients behalf and to fully and completely bind Client to all of the terms, conditions, limitations, Advantage Inspection Professionals, LLC Page # 2 of 3
- 3. ADVANTAGE INSPECTION PROFESSIONALS, LLC 42-335 Washington St., Ste F, #15, Palm Desert, CA 92211 760-835-8772 Fax 408-200-8810 exceptions, and exclusions of this agreement. ARBITRATION: Any dispute concerning the interpretation or enforcement of this Agreement, the inspection, the inspection report, or any other dispute arising out of this relationship, shall be resolved between the parties by binding arbitration conducted in accordance with California Law, except that the parties shall select an arbitrator who is familiar with the real estate profession. The parties agree that they shall be entitled to discovery procedures within the discretion of the arbitrator. The arbitrator shall manage and hear the case applying law of the State of California to all issues submitted in the arbitration proceeding. The award of the arbitrator shall be final, and a judgment may be entered on it by any court having jurisdiction. Any disputed are to be arbitrated by: Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Service (JAMS) Client acknowledges having read and understood all the terms, conditions, and limitations of this agreement and voluntarily agrees to be bound thereby and to pay the fee(s) listed above. Dated Signature of Client(s) (One signature binds all Dated Bruce Carmichael Advantage Inspection Professionals, LLC Page # 3 of 3