| NACHI'S CODE OF ETHICS A. Duty to the Public 1. The NACHI Inspector shall abide by the Code of Ethics and substantially follow the NACHI Standards of Practice. 2. The NACHI inspector will not engage in any practices that could be damaging to the public or bring discredit to the Home Inspection Industry. 3. The NACHI Inspector shall be fair, honest, impartial, and act in good faith in dealing with the public. 4. The NACHI Inspector will not discriminate in any business activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, sexual orientation, or handicap and shall comply with all federal, state and local laws concerning discrimination. 5. The NACHI Inspector shall be truthful regarding his/her services & qualifications. 6. The NACHI Inspector will have no undisclosed conflict of interest with the client, nor will the NACHI Inspector accept or offer any undisclosed commissions, rebates, profits, or other benefit. 7. The NACHI Inspector will not communicate any information about an inspection to anyone except the client without the prior written consent of the client, except where it may affect the safety of others or violates a law or statute. 8. The NACHI Inspector shall always act in the interest of the client, unless doing so violates a law, statute, or this Code of Ethics. 9. The NACHI Inspector shall use a written contract that specifies the services to be performed, limitations of services, and fees. 10. The NACHI Inspector shall comply with all government rules and licensing requirements of the jurisdiction where he/she conduct business. 11. The NACHI Inspector shall not offer to perform repairs on the property that was inspected for a period of 12-months from the time of the initial inspection. B. Duty to Continue Education 1. The NACHI Inspector will comply with NACHI's current Continuing Education Requirements. 2. The NACHI Inspector shall pass the NACHI's Online Inspector Exam once every calendar year. C. Duty to the Profession and NACHI 1. The NACHI Inspector will strive to improve the Home Inspection Industry by sharing his/her lessons and/or experiences for the benefit of all. This does not preclude the Inspector from copyrighting or marketing his/her expertise to other Inspectors or the public in any manner permitted by law. 2. The NACHI Inspector shall assist the NACHI leadership in disseminating and publicizing the benefits of NACHI membership |
PRIDE PROPERTY INSPECTIONS
Created by: Team Timpani LLC
Phone: 520.750.0450 / 520.907.9335
www.pridepropertyinspections.com
Phone: 520.750.0450 / 520.907.9335
www.pridepropertyinspections.com
| The National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) promotes a high standard of professionalism, business ethics and inspection procedures. NACHI members subscribe to the following Code of Ethics in the course of their business. |
Inspection agreement
| Pride Property Inspections Mark Timpani CMI Tucson, Arizona Phone 520.750.0450 Cell Phone 520.907.9335 Fax 1.702.995.5904 Email mtimpani@az.nachi.org www.pridepropertyinspections.com __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Agreement is between the Client on page 2 of this contract and Pride Property Inspections. 1. CLIENT: I hereby request a limited visual inspection of the structure, for my sole use and benefit. I understand I am bound by all the terms of this agreement. I further warrant that I will read the entire inspection report when I receive it. I understand and agree that this inspection is not an invasive or technically exhaustive inspection. It may not identify latent conditions or concealed defects. All inspection fees are due and payable at or before the time of the inspection. 2. THE REPORT: The inspection report is comprised of the written or e-mailed report, any photos e-mailed and or mailed plus any additional verbal or e-mail updates which are followed up by or with a written addendum. 3. USE OF REPORT: This report is for the sole use of the Client. It may be shared only with parties directly related to this real estate transaction and specifically not to other potential buyers. Inspector accepts no responsibility for this report in the event of unauthorized distribution. Receipt of this report by any purchasers of the property other than the listed Client is strictly prohibited. The report for this property is copyright protected and may not be reproduced or distributed without the express written consent of Pride Property Inspections and Client named in this contract. Client agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold Inspector harmless from any claims arising out of unauthorized distribution of the report. 4. SCOPE OF INSPECTION: The scope of the inspection and report is a limited visual inspection of the general systems and components of the home. It is to identify any system or component, which may be in need of immediate major repair. The inspection will be performed in compliance with both NACHI and AZ Standards of Practice, a copy of which is available upon request or included with this report. The inspection is a snapshot in time of the condition of the property. The report describes the condition at the time of the inspection only. Client and/or Client’s Representative(s) are responsible for their own safety during the inspection. X____________ 5. INSPECTION LIMITATIONS: Any area that is not exposed to view or is inaccessible because of ceilings, walls, floors, soil, furnishings, and wall or floor coverings are not included in this inspection. Any concealed items or safety considerations that would limit access for viewing of the system or component is not included. PPI cannot determine the integrity of the thermal seal in dual pane windows. The inspection will not include any area that has access or clearance less than 30 inches in any direction, or is not accessible from a 12 foot ladder. No verbal statements or information provided as a courtesy by the Inspector shall take precedent over the inspection report. PPI will be held harmless for any defects or deficiencies that are alleged to exist beyond the generally accepted Standards of Practice. The Inspector is a generalist and is not acting as a licensed engineer or expert in any trade or craft. If the Inspector recommends consulting other specialized experts, Client must do so at Client’s expense. The report reflects the general condition, not necessarily all explicit conditions if they should be excessive. It is not a home warranty, guarantee, insurance policy or appraisal of any kind. It is not a substitute for any legally required disclosures, does not attempt to identify building code violations. The inspector is not able to detect the presence of Chinese Drywall. The issues of Chinese Drywall (and its potential problems) are beyond the scope of the inspection report. It is not a standard or regulatory compliance inspection, or a check of the adequacy, efficiency or life expectancy of a system or component. Inspector makes no warranty, expressed or implied of any system or component. It also excludes determination of insurability from the scope of the inspection. Not a geological or soils condition report, not a wood destroying organism report, not an environmental, mold, moisture, or engineering analysis nor does PPI inspect for rodents or pests. The inspection does not include asbestos, radon, formaldehyde, lead, water, wells or air quality analysis. Client is urged to contact a specialist for testing of the above items if desired. X____________ 6. LIMITS OF LIABILITY: Client agrees to assume the risk of all losses greater than the fee paid for this inspection. Client agrees to immediately accept a refund of the fee paid as full settlement of any and all claims that may ever arise from this inspection. The liability of the Inspector’s principals, agents, subcontractors, and employees is likewise limited. This liability limitation is binding and includes Client and Client’s spouses, heirs, principals, assigns and anyone else who may otherwise claim through Client. 7. DISPUTES: Any dispute concerning the interpretation of this agreement, inspection or report, shall be resolved informally between the parties or by non-appealable binding arbitration conducted in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The parties shall select an arbitrator who is familiar with the home inspection industry. 8. DISPUTE RESOLUTION: Should a concern or dispute arise over the condition of an inspected system or component after closing the title, Client agrees to notify PPI in writing within ten days of discovery and provide PPI with the opportunity to inspect and document any mistake or omission prior to the commencement of any repair or replacement work. Failure to provide written notification and access for evaluation will release PPI of any and all liability concerning this inspection. 9. SEVERABILITY: Should a court find any part of this agreement disagreeable, the provisions remaining will be in full force and effect. 10. ATTORNEY’S FEES: In the event of any legal action by Client against PPI, and if PPI prevails, Client shall pay any attorneys fees, arbitration expenses and any other costs. 11. REPORT CLARIFICATION: If Client has questions about any portion of this report, it is the Client’s responsibility to consult with the Inspector. Inspector is not responsible for report misunderstanding resulting from the failure to request clarification. The Inspector will make every effort to explain the report and help Client understand all statements. 12. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE: In the event that the Client is not present and the representing Real Estate Agent or Client’s Representative signs on the behalf of the Client, it shall have the same effect as the Client’s complete authorization. Use of the findings of this inspection and report in any way, binds the Client to the terms and limitations as noted in the Standards of Practice. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Pride Property Inspections Mark Timpani CMI Tucson, Arizona Phone 520.750.0450 Cell Phone 520.907.9335 Fax 1.702.995.5904 Email mtimpani@az.nachi.org www.pridepropertyinspections.com __________________________________________________________________________________________________ PLEASE PRINT (PRESS HARD) PRINTED NAME ___________________________________________________________________________ CURRENT ADDRESS______________________________________________________________________ CITY____________________________________STATE_______________________ZIP__________________ HOME PHONE_______________________________CELL PHONE________________________________ EMAIL_____________________________________________________REPORT NUMBER______________ LIMITED LIABILITY INSPECTION FEE $___________ ADDITIONAL FEES ________________ $___________ TOTAL INSPECTION FEE $___________ By signing below you acknowledge that you have read, understand, agree to the scope of the Inspection and agree to all of the terms /conditions of this agreement. You also agree to pay the fees listed above. This is your receipt of the amount paid. PLEASE SIGN CLIENT: ________________________________________________________________ Date: ____________ CLIENT: ________________________________________________________________ Date: ____________ CLIENTS REP: __________________________________________________________ Date: ____________ INSPECTOR: ___________________________________________________________ Date: ____________ MARK TIMPANI CMI AZ BTR # 41074 p.2 |