2121 My New Home Place

ProTeam Inspections, Inc. Agreement for Home Inspection Services

Client:	Home Buyer	Date:	Friday, August 15, 2003
Address:	2121 My New Home Place Jacksonville, Fl 32202	Fee:	225.00

For and in consideration of the terms of this Agreement for Home Inspection Services the Inspector and Client agree:

The Inspector agrees to perform a visual inspection of the subject property and to provide Client with a written report identifying visually observable major deficiencies of the inspected systems and components that exist at the time of inspection. The written report will include the following systems only. STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS, EXTERIOR STRUCTURE, ROOFING, FOUNDATION, ATTIC, DRAINAGE, BASEMENT OR CRAWL SPACE, INSULATION AND VENTILATION, PLUMBING, HEATING, AND CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING.
Systems and items which are EXCLUDED from this inspection include, but are not limited to the following: recreational playground facilities, geological and soil conditions, sprinkler systems (fire and lawn), solar systems, water wells, below ground septic or drainage systems, forced air furnace heat exchangers, hard wired smoke detectors, wiring not part of primary electrical distribution systems (including but not limited to: intercoms, cable TV, security systems, audio and computer systems) appliances including portable air conditioning units, and items considered to be cosmetic. Any comments regarding excluded systems and items are for information only and are not part of the inspection. The presence or absence of pests including visible wood destroying insects is excluded from this inspection, except where noted for informational purposes. The Client is urged to contact a reputable and licensed specialist if identification and extermination of excluded pests (WDO) is desired.
The inspection and report will be performed according to the standards of The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), and the terms in this agreement shall have the same meaning given them in the ASHI standards. A copy of the ASHI standards will be provided at the client's request. The Inspection and report are performed and prepared for the sole, confidential, and exclusive use and possession for the Client. The Inspector accepts no responsibility for use or misinterpretation by third parties.
The Inspector is not required to move personal property, debris, furniture, equipment, and carpeting or like materials which may impede or limit visibility. Concealed or latent defects are excluded from the inspection. Equipment and systems will not be dismantled. The inspection is not intended to be technically exhaustive, nor is it a compliance inspection for any governmental codes or regulations.
The inspection and report do not address, and are not intended to address, the possible presence of, or danger from asbestos, radon gas, lead paint, urea formaldehyde, soil contamination, absence, presence, or condition of buried oil storage tanks, pesticides, toxic or flammable chemicals, water or airborne related illness or disease, and all other similar or potentially hazardous substance and conditions. The Client is urged to contact a competent specialist if information, identification or testing of the above is desired.
NEITHER THE INSPECTION NOR THE INSPECTION REPORT IS A WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE ADEQUACY PERFORMANCE, OR CONDITION OF ANY INSPECTED STRUCTURE, SYSTEM OR ITEM. CLIENT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT CONDITION OF INSPECTED STRUCTURE, SYSTEM OR ITEM, IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AFTER REPORT IS ISSUED. THE INSPECTION AND REPORT ARE NOT INTENDED TO REFLECT THE VALUE OF THE PREMISES, OR TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION AS TO THE ADVISABILITY OR INADVISABLITY OF PURCHASE OR SUITABILITY OF USE. THE INSPECTION AND REPORT ARE ONLY INTENDED TO EXPRESS THE OPINION OF THE INSPECTOR BASED ON A VISIBLE INSPECTION OF ACCESSIBLE PORTIONS OF STRUCTURE, SYSTEMS AND ITEMS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS, AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION.
The parties agree that the maximum liability for the Inspector arising from failure to perform any of the obligations stated in this agreement is limited to an amount NOT TO EXCEED THE FEE PAID FOR THE INSPECTION.
Payment is due upon completion of the on-site inspection.
This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the Inspector and the Client. No change or modification shall be enforceable against either party unless such change or modification is in writing and signed by all parties. This agreement shall be binding and enforceable by the parties, and their heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns.
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 and Procedures of the Expedited Arbitration of Home Inspection Disputes of Construction Arbitration Services, Inc. The decision of the arbitrator appointed thereunder shall be final and binding and judgments on the Award may be entered in any Court of competent judgement.

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Client or Representative – Dated

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Inspector - Dated

Inspection Fee:

Service	Price	Amount	Sub-Total
Heated Sq Feet 0 - 1,500	225.00	1	225.00

Tax $0.00

Total Price $225.00

Payment Options:

Paid in full

Customer to send payment

To be paid at closing

Attorney :
Closing Date:

ROOFING, DRAINAGE, CHIMNEYS

The home inspector shall observe: Roof covering; Roof drainage systems; Flashings; Skylights, Chimneys, and roof penetrations; and Signs of' leaks or abnormal condensation on building components.The home inspector shall: Describe the type of roof covering materials; and Report the methods used to observe the roofing.The home inspector is not required to: Walk on the roofing; or Observe attached accessories including but not limited to solar systems, antennae, and lightning arrestors.

EAVE, SIDING, FOUNDATION WALLS

The home inspector shall observe: Wall cladding, Flashings, and Trim; Eaves, Soffits, and Fascias; The home inspector shall: Describe wall cladding materials; Probe exterior wood components where deterioration is suspected. The home inspector is not required to: Move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice or debris that obstructs access or visibility.

WINDOWS, DOORS

The home inspector shall observe Entryway doors and a representative number of windows. Operate all entryway doors and a representative number of windows. The home inspector is not required to observe: Storm windows, storm doors, screening, shutters, awnings, and similar seasonal accessories; Presence of safety glazing in doors and windows.

GARAGE

The home inspector shall observe: Garage door operators; Operate garage doors manually or by using permanently installed controls for any garage door operator; Report whether or not any garage door operator will automatically reverse or stop when meeting reasonable resistance during closing. The home inspector is not required to observe: Garage door operator remote control transmitters.

DRIVEWAY, RETAINING WALLS, LANDSCAPING

The home inspector shall observe: vegetation, grading, drainage, driveways, patios, walkways, and retaining walls with respect to their effect on the condition of the building. The home inspector is not required to observe: Fences; Geological conditions; Soil conditions; Recreational facilities (including spas, saunas, steam baths, swimming pools, tennis courts, playground equipment, and other exercise, entertainment, or athletic facilities); Detached buildings or structures; or Presence or condition of buried fuel storage tanks.

ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

The home inspector shall observe: Insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces; Ventilation of attics and foundation areas; Kitchen, bathroom, and laundry venting systems; and the operation of any readily accessible attic ventilation fan, and, when temperature permits, the operation of any readily accessible thermostatic control. The home inspector shall describe: Insulation in unfinished spaces; and Absence of insulation in unfinished space at conditioned surfaces.The home inspector is not required to report on: Concealed insulation and vapor retarders; or Venting equipment that is integral with household appliances. The home inspector is not required to disturb insulation except when readily visible evidence indicates the need to do so; and Move insulation where chimneys penetrate roofs.

KITCHEN (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

The home inspector shall observe: Walls, ceiling, and floors; and a representative number of doors and windows. The home inspector shall: Operate a representative number of windows and interior doors. The home inspector is not required to observe: Paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments on the interior walls, ceilings, and floors; Carpeting; or Draperies, blinds, or other window treatments; Move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life or debris that obstructs accerss or visibility.

KITCHEN COMPONENTS, WASHER/DRYER CONNECTIONS

The home inspector shall observe Counters and a representative number of installed cabinets; and operate the basic functions of the following kitchen appliances: Permanently installed dishwasher, through its normal cycle; Range, cook top, and permanently installed oven; Trash compactor; Garbage disposal; Ventilation equipment or range hood; and Permanently installed microwave oven. The home inspector is not required to observe: Clocks, timers, self-cleaning oven function, or thermostats for calibration or automatic operation; Non built-in appliances; or Refrigeration units. The home inspector is not required to operate: Appliances in use; or Any appliance that is shut down or otherwise inoperable.

LIVING ROOM (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

BEDROOMS (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

MASTER BATH

HALL BATH

BATHROOM COMPONENTS

ELECTRICAL

The home inspector shall observe: Service entrance conductors; Service equipment, grounding equipment, main overcurrent device, and main and distribution panels; Amperage and voltage ratings of the service; Branch circuit conductors, their overcurrent devices, and the compatibility of their ampacities and voltages; The operation of a representative number of installed ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls; The polarity and grounding of all receptacles within six feet of interior plumbing fixtures, and all receptacles in the garage or carport, and on the exterior of inspected structures; The operation of ground fault circuit interrupters; and Smoke detectors. The home inspector shall describe: Service amperage and voltage; Service entry conductor materials; Service type as being overhead or underground; and Location of main and distribution panels. The home inspector shall report any observed aluminum branch circuit wiring. The home inspector shall report on presence or absence of smoke detectors, and operate their test function, if accessible, except when detectors are part of a central system. The home inspector is not required to: Insert any tool, probe, or testing device inside the panels; Test or operate any overcurrent device except ground fault circuit interrupters; Dismantle any electrical device or control other than to remove the covers of the main and auxiliary distribution panels; or Observe: Low voltage systems; Security system devices, heat detectors, or carbon monoxide detectors; Telephone, security, cable TV, intercoms, or other ancillary wiring that is not a part of the primary electrical distribution system; or Built-in vacuum equipment.

PLUMBING

The home inspector shall observe: Interior water supply and distribution system, including: piping materials, supports, and insulation; fixtures and faucets; functional flow; leaks; and cross connections; Interior drain, waste, and vent system, including: traps; drain, waste, and vent piping; piping supports and pipe insulation; leaks; and functional drainage; Hot water systems including: water heating equipment; normal operating controls; automatic safety controls; and chimneys, flues, and vents; Fuel storage and distribution systems including: interior fuel storage equipment, supply piping, venting, and supports; leaks; and Sump pumps.The home inspector shall describe: Water supply and distribution piping materials; Drain, waste, and vent piping materials; Water heating equipment; and Location of main water supply shutoff device. The home inspector shall operate all plumbing fixtures, including their faucets and all exterior faucets attached to the house, except where the flow end of the faucet is connected to an appliance.The home inspector is not required to: State the effectiveness of anti-siphon devices; Determine whether water supply and waste disposal systems are public or private; Operate automatic safety controls; Operate any valve except water closet flush valves, fixture faucets, and hose faucets; Observe: Water conditioning systems; Fire and lawn sprinkler systems; On-site water supply quantity and quality; On-site waste disposal systems; Foundation irrigation systems; Spas, except as to functional flow and functional drainage; Swimming pools; Solar water heating equipment; or Observe the system for proper sizing, design, or use of proper materials.

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

The home inspector shall observe: Central air conditioning and permanently installed cooling systems including: Cooling and air handling equipment; and Normal operating controls. Distribution systems including: Fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with associated supports, dampers, insulation, air filters, registers, fan-coil units; and The presence of an installed cooling source in each room. The home inspector shall describe: Energy sources; and Cooling equipment type. The home inspector shall operate the systems using normal operating controls. The home inspector shall open readily openable access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance The home inspector is not required to: Observe window air conditioners; or Operate cooling systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage; Observe non-central air conditioners; or Observe the uniformity or adequacy of cool-air supply to the various rooms.

FIREPLACES

This summary shall not contain recommendations for routine upkeep of a system or component to keep it in proper functioning condition or recommendations to upgrade or enhance the function, efficiency, or safety of the structure.

This Summary is not the entire report. The complete report may include additional information of concern to the customer. It is recommended that the customer read the complete report.

ROOFING, DRAINAGE, CHIMNEYS

1.2	DOES THE ROOF COVERING APPEAR TO BE IN SERVICEABLE CONDITION Yes Roof covering is nearing the end of it's life cycle at the "entire roof". Roof covering will need replacing before 5 years. Roof has several missing shingles at rear of roof. Shingles are beginning to curl at edges. Area of roof left of fireplace chase has been repaired. (picture-2) Check with seller for cause.
1.4	FLASHINGS INSPECTED Chimney is not flashed properly. Chimney flashing has been placed over surface of siding and caulked. This area will need periodical maintenance. (picture-1) Neoprene flashings around plumbing stacks are worn and require replacing (picture-2). Roof sheathing is discolored around pipe penetrations in attic area. (picture-3)
1.5	ROOF VENTILATION INSPECTED Soffit vent screen deteriorated at front of home.
1.6	SKYLIGHTS, CHIMNEYS AND ROOF PENETRATIONS INSPECTED Trim boards at rear of chimney flashing are loose. (picture-1) Wood rot was found at roof level of fireplace chase on right and left sides. This is the result of incorrect flashings (no kickout flashings) at the fireplace chase. (picture-2) Wood rot was found at the back of the fireplace chase just above the Z-flashing joint. (picture-3)

EAVE, SIDING, FOUNDATION WALLS

2.1

CONDITION OF EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS
INSPECTED
Wood deteriation (wood rot) found as follows:

picture 1- Front elevation left side of garage- lap siding above hardy board siding.
picture 2- Front elevation right of front door-bottom lap siding above brick sill and widow frame trim boards
picture 3- Front elevation left and right areas at front entrance.
picture 4- Front elevation left of front entrance-lap siding above brick sill and bottom of window trim. Bottom lap siding behind plants in corner.
picture 5- Rear elevation-bottom of right rear window trim board.
picture 6- Rear elevation-left bottom corner of door trim.
picture 7- Rear elevation-siding has wood rot at bottom at left corner area.
picture 8- Hole in wood siding at left side of fireplace chase should be sealed.

2.2

FOUNDATION WALLS AND MORTAR JOINTS (exterior)
INSPECTED
Foundation footer is exposed at right elevation. Advise to add 6-8 inches of soil .

WINDOWS, DOORS

3.0	OUTSIDE APPEARANCE OF WINDOWS OR SKYLIGHTS INSPECTED Missing screens

GARAGE

4.2	CONDITION OF GARAGE DOOR INSPECTED Garage door has minor bend to top panel rib causing door to bow out.

DRIVEWAY, RETAINING WALLS, LANDSCAPING

5.1	WALKWAY AND DRIVEWAY INSPECTED Visible settlement cracks at driveway and rear patio.

ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

6.1	IS INSULATION IN ATTIC Yes Fiberglass (Batts) insulation is about six inches thick or just under 19 R-Value. Fiberglass (loose-fill) insulation is about six inches thick or just under 19 R-Value. Batt insulation displaced at living room knee wall.
6.3	ARE THERE ANY VISIBLE SIGNS OF LEAKS OR ABNORMAL CONDENSATION INSPECTED Water signs on plywood resulting from a "Roof leak" found around plumbing exhaust pipe. Recommend repair or replace flashings as needed.

KITCHEN (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

7.5	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION INSPECTED GFCI receptacle left of kitchen sink was inoperative. Advise replacement.

KITCHEN COMPONENTS, WASHER/DRYER CONNECTIONS

8.3	FAUCET AND SPRAY NOZZLE CONDITION INSPECTED Faucet is not working properly, and needs repair or replace. Faucet did not have an aerator and spray did not divert correctly.
8.5	COOKTOP/OVEN OR RANGE OPERATIONAL INSPECTED Right front burner inoperative
8.8	ARE THE OUTLETS WITHIN TWO FEET OF THE SINK GFCI Yes GFCI outlet is defective (grounded, but wont trip with test-plug).
8.12	WASHER/DRYER CONNECTIONS INSPECTED Dryer vent is currently venting to interior of garage. It appears the original dryer vent to exterior was abandoned. This mat be due to a clog in vent pipe.

BEDROOMS (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

10.3	DOORS INSPECTED Front bedroom and master bedroom doors require adjustment.

HALL BATH

11.1.B	WALLS INSPECTED The tile surround in the hall bathroom was tested with a moisture meter. Elevated levels of moisture was found below the window on the entire back wall of the tub tile surround. Elevated moisture indicates water has found a path to the substrate behind tile. Substrate behind tile covering may be damaged.
11.2.B	FLOORS INSPECTED Vinyl has moisture stains along bathtub

BATHROOM COMPONENTS

12.1	CONDITION OF PLUMBING FIXTURES INSPECTED Hall bath has minor chip in finish under soap dish. Master bath right sink has minor chip to finish. Advise repair.

Property inspectors are not required to report on the following: Life expectancy of any component or system; The causes of the need for a repair; The methods, materials, and costs of corrections; The suitability of the property for any specialized use; Compliance or non-compliance with codes, ordinances, statutes, regulatory requirements or restrictions; The market value of the property or its marketability; The advisability or inadvisability of purchase of the property; Any component or system that was not observed; The presence or absence of pests such as wood damaging organisms, rodents, or insects; or Cosmetic items, underground items, or items not permanently installed. Property inspectors are not required to: Offer warranties or guarantees of any kind; Calculate the strength, adequacy, or efficiency of any system or component; Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage the property or its components or be dangerous to the Property inspector or other persons; Operate any system or component that is shut down or otherwise inoperable; Operate any system or component that does not respond to normal operating controls; Disturb insulation, move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice, or debris that obstructs access or visibility; Determine the presence or absence of any suspected adverse environmental condition or hazardous substance, including but not limited to mold, toxins, carcinogens, noise, contaminants in the building or in soil, water, and air; Determine the effectiveness of any system installed to control or remove suspected hazardous substances; Predict future condition, including but not limited to failure of components; Since this report is provided for the specific benefit of the customer(s), secondary readers of this information should hire a licensed inspector to perform an inspection to meet their specific needs and to obtain current information concerning this property.

Customer Info:	Inspection Property:
Home Buyer Customer's Real Estate Professional:	2121 My New Home Place Jacksonville, Fl 32202

VIEWED ROOF FROM: WALKED ROOF	ROOF-TYPE: GABLE HIP	ROOF COVERING: 3-TAB FIBERGLASS
VENTILATION: SOFFIT VENTS OFF-RIDGE VENT	CHIMNEY: WOOD

SIDING STYLE: LAP T-111 BRICK	SIDING MATERIAL: WOOD CEMENT-FIBER COMPOSITE BOARD BRICK VENEER	FOUNDATION TYPE: SLAB ON GRADE
EAVES MATERIAL: WOOD

ENTRY DOORS: STEEL	INTERIOR DOORS: HOLLOW CORE	WINDOWS: METAL
WINDOW TYPES: SINGLE-HUNG

ATTIC INFO: SCUTTLE HOLE
INSULATION: BLOWN BATT FIBERGLASS	R- VALUE: R-19 OR BETTER	ROOF STRUCTURE: ENGINERED WOOD TRUSS
CEILING STRUCTURE: 2X4

ProTeam Inspections, Inc.

PO Box 2379
Orange Park, Florida 32067-2379
904-278-6694

ROOFING, DRAINAGE, CHIMNEYS

EAVE, SIDING, FOUNDATION WALLS

WINDOWS, DOORS

GARAGE

DRIVEWAY, RETAINING WALLS, LANDSCAPING

ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

KITCHEN (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

KITCHEN COMPONENTS, WASHER/DRYER CONNECTIONS

LIVING ROOM (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

BEDROOMS (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

MASTER BATH

HALL BATH

BATHROOM COMPONENTS

ELECTRICAL

PLUMBING

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

FIREPLACES

SUMMARY

CABINETRY: WOOD	COUNTERTOP: LAMINATE	DISHWASHER: GENERAL ELECTRIC
RANGE/OVEN: MAGIC CHEF	EXHAUST/RANGE: NUTONE
REFRIGERATOR: ADMIRAL	DRYER VENT: DRAIN PIPE MATERIAL	DRYER POWER SOURCE: 22O ELECTRIC

CEILING MATERIAL: SHEETROCK	WALL MATERIAL: SHEETROCK	FLOOR COVERING: CARPET
CLOSET DOORS: HOLLOW CORE

ELECTRICAL CONDUCTORS: BELOW GROUND	PANEL CAPACITY: 150 AMP	PANEL TYPE: CIRCUITS
WIRING METHODS: ROMEX	BRANCH WIRE 15 and 20 AMP: COPPER

PLUMBING SUPPLY: PVC	DISTRIBUTION: COPPER	PLUMBING WASTE: PVC
WATER SOURCE: PUBLIC	WATER HEATER POWER SOURCE: ELECTRIC
CAPACITY: 40 GAL (1-2 PEOPLE)	MANUFACTURER: A.O. SMITH

ProTeam Inspections, Inc. PO Box 2379 Orange Park, Florida 32067-2379 904-278-6694
Customer Home Buyer
Property 2121 My New Home Place Jacksonville, Fl 32202

ProTeam Inspections, Inc.

PO Box 2379Orange Park, Florida 32067-2379904-278-6694

ROOFING, DRAINAGE, CHIMNEYS

EAVE, SIDING, FOUNDATION WALLS

WINDOWS, DOORS

GARAGE

DRIVEWAY, RETAINING WALLS, LANDSCAPING

ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

KITCHEN (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

KITCHEN COMPONENTS, WASHER/DRYER CONNECTIONS

LIVING ROOM (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

BEDROOMS (Coverings, Windows, Outlets and Doors)

MASTER BATH

HALL BATH

BATHROOM COMPONENTS

ELECTRICAL

PLUMBING

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

FIREPLACES

SUMMARY

PO Box 2379
Orange Park, Florida 32067-2379
904-278-6694