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HOME INSPECTION AGREEMENT

NC License #002751

The CLIENT shall pay the INSPECTOR the charges (fees) in full, in advance of or at the time of the
inspection. The fees applicable are listed in the "Fees" section of INSPECTOR's web site (www.cchig.
com/fees.html). If CLIENT is married, CLIENT represents that this obligation is a family obligation incurred
in the interest of the family.
INSPECTOR shall perform a visual inspection of the house/building and to provide CLIENT with an
inspection report of the apparent condition of the readily accessible installed systems and components of
the property existing at the time of the inspection. This may include, but not be limited to, the identification
of any defects, possible safety issues, recommendations to upgrade or enhance, or recommend further
inspection by qualified/licensed professionals (i.e., electricians, plumbers, etc.). The report is only
supplementary to the seller's disclosure. At the time of inspection, any area which is not exposed to view, is
concealed, or is inaccessible because of soil, snow, water, walls, floors, carpets, ceilings, furnishings, or
any other thing, is not included as part of the inspection. No destructive testing or any form of dismantling
will be performed. Latent and concealed defects and deficiencies are excluded from the inspection.
CLIENT agrees to assume all the risk for all conditions which are concealed from view at the time of
inspection. Maintenance and other items may be discussed, but they are not part of the inspection. The
inspection report is not a compliance inspection or certification for past or present municipal or
governmental codes or regulations of any kind.
INSPECTOR agrees to perform the inspection in accordance to the current Standards of Practice of the
North Carolina Home Inspector Licensure Board. Although INSPECTOR agrees to follow North Carolina
Standards of Practice, CLIENT understands that these standards contain certain limitations, exceptions,
and exclusions. The INSPECTOR is not responsible to test for compliance with applicable ordinances,
statutes and covenants (HOA/POA), manufacturer specifications, building codes - or for the presence of
potential dangers arising from radon gas, lead paint, asbestos, mold, mildew, urea formaldehyde, toxic or
flammable chemicals, septic systems, water and airborne hazards, soil contamination, and other
environmental hazards or violations. Also excluded are inspections of swimming pools, hot tubs, security
systems, central vacuum systems, water softeners, sprinkler systems, lawn irrigation systems, fire and
safety equipment, lightning arrestors, intercom or cable TV/satellite systems, solar heating systems, and the
presence of rodents, termites and other insects. These require testing by state licensed and qualified
professionals.
Any tests that require laboratory analysis, the testing laboratory is solely and fully responsible for the
results of its tests and findings in the event CLIENT disputes any laboratory report produced by the testing
laboratory.
If any structure or portion of any structure that is to be inspected pursuant to this Agreement is a log home,
log structure or similar log construction, CLIENT understands that such structures have unique
characteristics that make it impossible for INSPECTOR to inspect and evaluate them by an exterior visual
inspection. Therefore, the scope of the inspection to be performed pursuant to this Agreement does not
include decay of the interior of logs in log walls, log foundations or roofs or similar defects that are not
visible by an exterior visual inspection.
Any inspection report provided to the CLIENT is the property of INSPECTOR and is provided to the CLIENT
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 only distribute copies of the inspection report to the seller or real
estate agents directly involved in this transaction, but said persons are not specifically intended
beneficiaries of this Agreement or inspection report. CLIENT agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold
INSPECTOR and its agents (i.e., associate inspectors, sub-contractors, etc.) and employees harmless from
any third party claims arising out of the CLIENT’s unauthorized distribution of the inspection report.
It is understood and agreed that the INSPECTOR is not an insurer and that the inspection and report are
not intended to be construed as a guarantee or warranty of the adequacy, performance, or condition of any
structure, item, or systems at the house/building location. The CLIENT hereby releases and exempts
INSPECTOR and its agents and employees of all liability and responsibility for the cost of repairing or
replacing any unreported defect or deficiency, and for any consequential damage, property damage, or
personal injury of any nature.
CLIENT acknowledges that the liability of INSPECTOR, the INSPECTOR and its agents and employees, for
claims or damages, costs of defense or suit, attorney’s fees and expenses and payments arising out of or
related to the INSPECTOR's negligence or breach of any obligation under this Agreement, including errors
and omissions in the inspection or the report, shall be limited to liquidated damages in an amount equal to
the fee paid to the INSPECTOR, and this liability shall be exclusive. CLIENT waives any claim for
consequential, exemplary, special or incidental damages or for the loss of the use of the home/building
even if the CLIENT has been advised of the possibility of such damages. The parties acknowledge that the
liquidated damages are not intended as a penalty but are intended (i) to reflect the fact that actual
damages may be difficult and impractical to ascertain; (ii) to allocate risk among the INSPECTOR and
CLIENT; and (iii) to enable the INSPECTOR to perform the inspection at the stated fee.
Any dispute concerning the interpretation of this Agreement or arising from the inspection or inspection
report, except one for inspection fee payment, shall be resolved informally between THE PARTIES or by
arbitration conducted in accordance with the rules of a recognized arbitration association – except that THE
PARTIES shall select an arbitrator who is familiar with the home inspection industry. The arbitrator shall
conduct summary judgment motions and enforce full discovery rights as a court would as provided in civil
proceedings by legal code. The prevailing party in any dispute arising out of this Agreement, the
inspection, or report(s) shall be reimbursed for its attorney’s fees, arbitration costs, and any other costs
associated with the dispute by the other party. It is agreed that should a court of competent jurisdiction
determine and declare that any portion of this Agreement is void or unenforceable, the remaining
provisions and portions shall remain in full force and effect. CLIENT agrees to supply INSPECTOR with the
following: (a) written notification of adverse conditions within fourteen(14) days of discovery, and (b)
immediate access (within two days) to the premises. Failure to comply with the above conditions will release
INSPECTOR and its agents and employees from any and all obligations or liability of any kind.
In the event that INSPECTOR and/or its agents or employees are found liable due to a breach of contract,
breach of negligence, negligent misrepresentations, visual inspection oversights or any other theory of
liability, then the liability of INSPECTOR and its agents and employees shall be limited to a sum equal to the
amount of the fee paid by the CLIENT to INSPECTOR for the inspection and report. CLIENT shall have no
cause of action, for any reason, against INSPECTOR, its agents or employees after thirty (30) days from
the date of the inspection.

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THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between Carolina Coast Home Inspections Group, LLC,
(hereinafter referred to as "INSPECTOR") and the undersigned (hereinafter referred to as "CLIENT"), collectively
referred herein as "THE PARTIES." In consideration of the promise and terms of this Agreement, THE PARTIES
understand and voluntarily agree as follows: