Sample Home Inspection Report (page 1)
Covenant Home Inspection
Home Inspection Report
Prepared by: Covenant Home Inspection
Corinth, Vermont 05039
(802) 439-3012
Property Address:  
1234 Any Street  Any Town, Any State 12345
Clients:  Mr. & Mrs. John Doe    Attendance:  Buyer, Buyers Agent
          
Inspection Date / Time:  June 1, 2007  1:00 pm
Weather:  Clear    Temp:  65    Rain In Last 3 Days:  No
Inspection Fee:  $350.00
               REPORT CONTENTS

PART   1.        Pre-inspection Agreement
PART   2.        Report  Confidentiality & Summary
PART   3.        Site, Grounds, Grading
PART   4.        Exterior & Structure
PART   5.        Roof Components
PART   6.        Air Conditioning
PART   7.        Heating System
PART   8.        Plumbing System
PART   9.        Electrical System
PART 10.        Basement & Crawlspace
PART 11.        Interior Components
PART 12.        Bathrooms
PART 13.        Kitchen
PART 14.        Attic Inspection
PART 15.        Garage and Carport  



Please read and sign this Pre-Inspection Agreement, which becomes part of the final report. This
document explains the Scope of the Inspection, Limits of the Inspection, General Exclusions,
Terms and Conditions, Limitations of Liability, and an Arbitration Agreement. You may call us for
an explanation of this agreement or any aspect of the report which you do not fully understand.

SCOPE OF INSPECTION
The purpose of the inspection is to report the general condition of the home and identify and
disclose major defects and deficiencies of the inspected systems and components which
existed at the time of the inspection and which are evident to the inspector upon ordinary visual
observation. Minor and cosmetic defects may be listed in the report for maintenance purposes
but it is not the intent, nor will the inspection report identify and list all minor and cosmetic
defects.

The client is encouraged to accompany the inspector during the inspection. Client participation
shall be at the client's risk for personal injury or damage to person or property for any reason or
from any cause. The inspection and report are performed and prepared for the sole, confidential
and exclusive use and possession of the client(s). The inspection report is not transferable.
Systems and components to be inspected include: exposed and visible foundations and
structures, exteriors, roofing, plumbing, electrical, attic, interiors, bathrooms and kitchen,
basement and crawl spaces, heating and central air conditioning, and garage or carport.

LIMITS OF THE INSPECTION
The inspection is limited to the readily accessible and visible systems, equipment and
components of the home. The inspector will not dismantle and/or move equipment, systems,
furniture, appliances, floor coverings, finished or fastened surfaces or components, personal
property or other items to conduct this inspection or otherwise to expose concealed or
inaccessible conditions. The inspection will not include destructive testing of any kind.

GENERAL EXCLUSIONS
The following conditions are NOT within the scope of the inspection:
1)        Water or air quality
2)        Presence of toxic or carcinogenic matter emitted from the ground, building materials, in
water or air supply or from the operation of any equipment.
3)        Items that are obstructed, inaccessible or not in plain view.
4)        Mold or mold type.
5)        Animal or insect infestations.

Examples of the conditions excluded above include the presence or
absence of asbestos, lead paint, radon, urea formaldehyde insulation, or termite/pest infestation.  
It is the responsibility of the client to conduct further inspection by qualified consultants to
disclose the presence of these contaminants and the means of remediation.

The following components or systems are NOT within the scope of the inspection: security
systems; appliances; playground equipment; swimming pools; hot tubs/spas; lawn sprinkler
systems; intercom and audio systems; antennas; central vacuums; solar systems; water
softeners and filters; wells;
septic systems; latent defects; adequacy of system designs; zoning or building code
compliance.

THE INSPECTION AND REPORT ARE NOT A GUARANTEE OR WARRANTY that the
items inspected are defect-free, or that concealed defects do not or will not exist. Problems may exist even
though signs of such may not be present during the inspection.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
A. The Client recognizes that this report is solely for the benefit of the Client and that any person
or party designated by the Client to receive information in this report shall be subject to the
TERMS AND CONDITIONS contained herein. Such designation shall be provided in writing to
the inspector.

B. The client agrees that any claim arising in connection with this agreement shall be made in
writing to the Company at the address above by certified mail, return receipt requested within 10
days after discovering any problem.


C. The client agrees to allow the inspection company to re-inspect before changing the condition
of the problem, except in an emergency. Failure to allow the inspection company the opportunity
to re-inspect, as required above, shall constitute a waiver of any and all claims client may have
against the Company.

D. The Client agrees that, to the extent allowed by law, any damages or breach of this contract or
report are limited to the amount of the inspection fee only. Furthermore, the Client agrees to pay
all attorney fees should the Client pursue a civil action against the Company, and fail to prevail.

E. The Client agrees that 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 modifications are in writing and signed by the parties and supported by valid
consideration.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND ARBITRATION AGREEMENT:

It is understood and agreed that the Company ( Covenant Home Inspection )
is not an insurer and that the inspection and report are not to be intended or construed as a
guarantee or warranty of the adequacy, performance or condition of any structure, item or
system at the property address. The Client hereby releases and exempts the Company and its
agents and employees of and from 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.

Any dispute, controversy, interpretation or claim including claims for, but not limited to, breach of
contract, any form of negligence, fraud or misrepresentation arising out of, from, or related to,
this contract or arising out of, from or related to the inspection or inspection report shall be
submitted to final and binding arbitration under the rules of the state. The decision of the
Arbitrator appointed thereunder shall be final and binding judgment on the Award that may be
entered in any Court of competent jurisdiction.

INSPECTION FEE:

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
I, the undersigned, have carefully read the preceding Inspection Agreement and Description and
fully understand and agree with the limitations, exclusions and terms described.

Client Signature: ___________________________ Date __________________
Agent for Client Signature:___________________________________________
Property Address: 1234 Any Street Any Town, Any
State 12345
Client(s):   Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Inspection Date: June 1, 2007
Attendance:   Buyer, Buyer's Agent
Pre-Inspection Agreement