Savvy Property Inspections
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Austin, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Leander, Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, Del Valle, Bastrop, Dripping Springs, & Lakeway

Travis, Williamson, & Hays Counties 

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Residential Agreement

Addendum to Inspection Report

THIS CONTRACT LIMITS OUR LIABILITY ... PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

A. Client requests a limited visual inspection of the residential structure identified at the below address by the listed inspector of the above company, herein after collectively referred as the "Company" and Client hereby represents and warrants that all approvals necessary have been secured for Company's entrance on to the property.

B. Client warrants: (a) they have read the following Agreement carefully, (b) they understand they are bound by all the terms of this contract, and (c) they will read the entire inspection report when received and promptly call Company with any questions they may have.

C. Client understands that the inspection and inspection report are performed and prepared for their sole, confidential and exclusive use. Client agrees that they will not transfer or disclose any part of the inspection report to any other person with these exceptions ONLY. (a) One copy may be provided to the current seller(s) of the property, but only upon the express condition that the seller(s) covenant to use the inspection report only in connection with Client's transaction and agree not to transfer or disclose the report to any persons other than their real estate agent and (b) one copy may be provided to the real estate agent representing Client and/or a bank, or other lender for use in Client's transaction only. Client agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Company from any third party claims relating to this inspection or inspection report.

D. Company agrees to perform a limited visual inspection of the residential structure at the address on this contract and to provide Client with a written opinion as to the apparent general condition of the structure's components and systems, including identification of significant observable deficiencies, as they exist at the time of inspection. The inspection will be performed in a manner consistent with the standards of the Texas Real Estate Commission.

E. The inspection ONLY includes those systems and components expressly and specifically identified in the inspection report. Any areas which is not exposed to view, is concealed, is inaccessible because of soil, walls, floors, carpets, ceilings, furnishing or any other thing, or those areas/items which have been excluded by the Texas Real Estate Commission's standards and/or by agreement of the parties is not included in this inspection. The inspection does not include any destructive testing or dismantling. Client agrees to assume all the risk for all conditions that are concealed from view at the time of the inspection or exists in any area excluded from inspection by the terms of this agreement. Maintenance and other items may be discussed, but will NOT form a part of the inspection report.

F. Client understands that the inspection and inspection report do not constitute a guarantee or warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, expressed or implied, or insurance policy, nor is it a substitute for real estate transfer disclosures that may be required by law.

G. The written report to be prepared by Company shall be considered the final exclusive findings of Company of the structure. Client understands and agrees they will not rely on any oral statements made by the Inspector prior to the issuance of the written report. Client further understands and agrees Company reserves the right to modify the inspection report for a period of time that shall not exceed forty-eight (48) hours after the inspection report has first been delivered to Client. G. Client understands and agrees that any claim arising out of or related to any act or omission of Company in connection with the inspection of the residential structure, as limited herein, shall be made in writing and reported to Company within ten (10) business days of discovery. Client further agrees to allow Company to re-inspect the claimed discrepancy, with the exception of emergency conditions, before Client or Client's agents, employees or independent contractors repairs, replaces, alters or modifies the claimed discrepancy. Client understands and agrees that any failure to notify Company as stated above shall constitute a waiver of any and all claims Client may have against Company.

H. It is understood and agreed by and between the parties hereto that Company is not an insurer, that the payment for the subject inspection is based solely on the value of the service provided by Company in the performance of a limited visual inspection of the general condition of the structure's systems and components and production of a written inspection report, that because of the limited nature of this inspection the inspection cannot be expected to uncover all defects or deficiencies within the structure and that it is impracticable and extremely difficult to fix the actual damages, if any, which may result from a failure to perform such services. Thus, Client and company agree that in the event that Company breaches its obligation or duty to perform such service and Client is thereby damaged, then the liability of Company (including it's officers, agents and employees) shall be limited to a sum equal to the amount of the fee paid by the customer for inspection and report and this liability shall be exclusive. Client understands and agrees that if they are not present at the time of the inspection and therefore do not sign this Agreement that this agreement will form a part of the inspection report and acceptance of the inspection report by Client shall and payment therefore will constitute acceptance of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Also insert the following phrase in your inspection report. Savvy Team, LC. requires an inspection agreement to be signed by Client prior to performing an inspection. If you were not present at the inspection and did not sign the Inspection Agreement you, by accepting, paying for, and/or using the inspection report you acknowledge and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of the inspection agreement and further agree that the inspection agreement will form a part of the inspection report.

I. Client agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and reimburse Savvy Team, L.L.C. for any and all claims by any party based of the visual inspection report from any third party or buyer, with the exception of the liquidated damages provision contained herein for Client. Client agrees to defend and reimburse attorney's fees for any action filed by any third party or buyer, or client for any legal action taken based on the rejection or unavailability of the liquidated damages clause herein. Savvy Team, LLC shall be awarded attorney's fees for any cause of action related to this visual inspection report which resulted in lieu of a demand letter under liquidated damages provision of this agreement.

J. This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties. No oral agreements, understandings or representations shall change, modify or amend any part of this agreement. No change or modification shall be enforceable against any party unless such changes or modification is in writing and signed by the parties. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the parties hereto and their spouses, heirs, executors, administrators, successors, assigns and representatives of any kind whatsoever.

K. 'If we, or our employees, inspectors, or any other person you claim to be our agent, are careless or negligent in making the inspection and/or preparing the Report, our liability to you is limited to the fee paid for the inspection services, and you release us from any additional liability. There will be no recovery for secondary or consequential damages by any person. By signing below you acknowledge that you have read, understand and agree to the scope of the Inspection and agree to all of the terms and conditions of this contract. You also agree to pay the fees listed before delivery of inspection report. Please click here for a printable PDF of this page to fax to: (512) 804-2949


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