Inspection Contract

Article 1. Inspection

The Client requests that the Inspector perform an inspection of the Subject Property and prepare a written Inspection Report, to be provided to the Client no later than 24 hours after completion of the Inspection.

The Inspection and Inspection Report are subject to the following limitations and conditions, each of which is acknowledged, understood and accepted by the Client:

1. The Inspection and the Inspection Report shall be performed and prepared in accordance with the Home Inspectors Association BC Scope of Inspection, a copy of which is available upon request or at the HIABC Scope of Inspection.
2. The Inspection is non-invasive and the Inspection Report constitutes an opinion of the condition of the Subject Property based on a visual examination of the readily accessible features and components of the Subject Property.
3. The Inspection and the Inspection Report do not constitute a guarantee, warranty or an insurance policy.
4. The Client is encouraged, at their own risk, to participate in the Inspection and understands the importance of doing so.
5. The condition of certain systems, components and equipment will be randomly sampled by the Inspector. Examples include, but may not be restricted to, window and door function, electrical receptacles, switches and lights, cabinets, paint and caulking integrity, roof covering materials, and examination of interior and exterior surfaces for signs of moisture ingress.
6. The Inspection does not include an inspection for mould or asbestos on the Subject Property.
7. Weather conditions may limit the extent of the inspection. The Client understands that the scope and accuracy of the Inspection Report can be affected by weather conditions existing at the time of the Inspection.
8. The Inspection Report is for the confidential use of the Client only and will not be disclosed to third parties such as real estate agents, sellers or lenders (i) without the express written consent of the Client, (ii) except as required by law, or (iii) except as deemed necessary if, in the opinion of the Inspector, there is a serious health or safety issue.

The Inspection Report is an opinion on the current condition of the Subject Property on the day of the Inspection and is not intended to be relied on by a potential third-party buyer of the Subject Property. The Inspection Report is for the exclusive use of the Client and it is not reasonable for any other party to rely on the Inspection Report. Liability for errors, omissions, breaches of contract and/or negligence in any part of the Inspection or Inspection Report to any person other than the Client is expressly denied and, accordingly, no responsibility is accepted for any damage suffered by any such person as a result of decisions made or actions based on the Inspection Report.

The Client shall protect and indemnify the Inspector from any claim against the Inspector by any third party arising from disclosure of the Inspection Report.

The Client is responsible for reviewing all available strata documents as well as discussing upcoming maintenance work and the associated costs with the strata, prior to subject removal, when purchasing a residential dwelling within a multi-unit complex.

Article 2. Restrictions on Legal Rights

1. In the event that the Client claims damages against AuditorA Home Inspection and does not prove those damages, the Client shall pay all legal fees, legal expenses and costs incurred by AuditorA Home Inspection in defence of the claim as determined by the courts.
2. AuditorA Home Inspection shall not be liable to the Client for the cost of any repairs to or replacement of any system, component or equipment undertaken by the Client without prior consultation with AuditorA Home Inspection.

Article 3. Fee

Cancellation terms. The inspection may be cancelled or rescheduled up to 24 hours before the scheduled inspection time without charge. Cancellations or rescheduling requests received less than 24 hours before the scheduled inspection time are subject to a $100 cancellation fee.

See the pricing page for the current fee schedule, or request a quote for your property.

Article 4. Acknowledgment

By signing this Inspection Contract, the Client acknowledges and agrees that:

1. The Client understands and agrees to be bound by each and every provision of this Inspection Contract.
2. The Client has the authority to bind any other family members or other interested parties to this Inspection Contract.
3. The Inspector has not made any representations or warranties, whether written or oral, about the terms of this Inspection Contract other than those contained in this Inspection Contract.
4. The Client has had such legal advice as the Client desires in relation to the effect of this Inspection Contract on the Client’s legal rights.