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(1) What We Do: 
We perform a visual inspection of accessible areas and items and report to you the general conditions of inspected areas and/or items. Our inspection is limited to items specifically listed in this report only. We inspect and report to you if an item is performing the function for which it was designed or is deficient. We will explain our report to you or your designated agent. We perform our inspection in a professional and workmanlike manner. Our report of the inspection and its contents are based solely on the condition and appearance existing at the time of inspection. We do not address or comment on the condition or functional abilities of any item past the date and time of inspection. If we report that an item is not functioning or is deficient and is in need of replacement, we urge you to have the item examined by a specialist prior to making the final purchase of the property. We also advise you to re-check the functional ability of systems to ensure no defects have occurred after the date of our inspection and prior to closing. If a structure has been unoccupied for an extended period of time, it is not uncommon for defects to occur, particularly in plumbing joints or HVAC systems. We are not liable for damage or defects which may have been cosmetically masked or altered or are not completely visual and apparent under normal conditions. Weather conditions may affect the Inspector’s ability to detect defects. Example: Minor areas of moisture penetration may not be visible at different times of the day or with low levels of humidity. The information contained in this report is the sole possession of the buyer.
(2) What We Do Not Do:
  • We do not offer guarantees, warranties, or insure the future performance or condition of any item, whether inspected or not. If you desire a guarantee, warranty, insurance policy, or certification you must obtain such products and information from a company in that business endeavor.
  • We do not inspect any item we cannot see in a normal manner of inspection.
  • We do not move furniture, rugs, carpet, paintings, or any other furnishings or stored items in the course of our inspection.
  • We do not enter areas with less than proper clearance space needed, or areas, which in the opinion of the Inspector, is unsafe
  • We do not walk on wood shake, wood shingle, tile, or any roof areas we may damage or any roof area which the Inspector considers unsafe to walk. These areas will be viewed either from the attic or ground or both, whichever is applicable.
  • We do not dismantle any item or system to check component parts, including gas-fired heat exchangers.
  • We do not inspect for building codes, soil analysis, design adequacy, capacity, efficiency, sizing, value, flood plain location, pollution, environmental hazards, or habitability.
  • We do not inspect for termites or any other insect infestation.
  • We do not inspect security systems. 
  • We do not inspect for, nor comment on, cosmetic damage. 
  • We do not operate equipment or systems outside the parameters of manufacturers' recommendations. 
  • We do not re-inspect repair work (all repairs are to be done by licensed professional repair tradesmen).
(3) What You Do:
You agree not to allow any third party not associated with the negotiations and consummation of the sale of the inspected property to have access to or rely on the information contained in this report. You agree to notify the Inspector within sixty days from the date of this inspection of any items disputed in this report and to allow a re-inspection of the disputed item prior to any repairs. You agree to limit any liabilities incurred by us and/or our associates which pertain to this inspection to the amount of the fee paid for this inspection and release our company and its associates from any further liability. You are to put into writing to our company any disputes. Communications must be consistent in that the party originally accompanying the inspector will be the party resolving the problem. You agree you will not post any information on any social media which may be derogatory or inflammatory towards Jay Hicks, Jay Hicks Inspection Services, their associates, or employees. DISPUTE RESOLUTION: In the event of a dispute between the parties relating to this agreement, the parties or their representatives will meet promptly in an effort to resolve the dispute amicably. Upon the request of any party to this agreement, all unresolved disputes (not limited to a breach of contract action), shall be submitted for binding arbitration in accordance with the Better Business Bureau Rules of Arbitration then in effect, and then neither party shall have a right to bring a suit in court. You agree to pay any and all fees incurred by all parties concerned. Any and all litigation, arbitration, or third party dispute resolution of any kind must take place in Galveston County, Texas. You agree any payment made for inspection services that are subsequently dishonored will result in an additional $100.00 fee. RE-INSPECTION FEE $100.00. (To come back and finish job / due to utilities not on or outside temperature too low for A/C.) You attest that the inspector performing this inspection has made no oral representation that differs from the contents of this agreement. You agree to the provisions and limitations of this contract and report by your reliance upon it whether you sign it or not. You agree to pay a $75.00 (seventy-five dollars) billing fee for inspections not paid for at the time/day of inspection. These inspections are visual only and structure and equipment are determined operable (unless otherwise indicated) at the time of the inspection only. Any use of this report constitutes acceptance of the above-listed terms and conditions. No warranties or guarantees are offered for inspected components.
 
I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT AND I UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THESE CONDITIONS: