These are the additional limitations and conditions referred to on the inspection authorization form.

These items are in addition to limitations and exclusions in the ASHI® / CAHPI Standards or in the written report.

1. The inspection is not technically exhaustive. More comprehensive inspections are available at much greater cost.

2. Without dismantling the house or its systems, there are limitations. Clues and symptoms often do not reveal the severity of problems. Some problems present no clues during the inspection. These will not be identified. For example, we will not find shower stall leaks that occur only when someone is taking a shower. Other conditions are only visible when  furniture is moved or carpets are lifted.

3. The purpose of a home inspection is to examine buildings to evaluate the  condition of the components and determine whether systems are performing  their intended functions. We do not evaluate the quality of indoor air or determine if there are irritants, pollutants, contaminants or toxic materials or organisms in the home including such things as mold or mildew.  We may use the presence of mold to aid in our evaluation of the building itself, since the moisture, which supports mold growth, may damage the building  components or systems. However, we will not comment on the implications of the presence of mold itself.

4. Emphasis is placed on major expenses. While some minor problems are  found when looking for major items, an all inclusive list of deficiencies will not be provided.

5. Comments on repair costs provide an order-of-magnitude only. Contractors  should be contacted for specific quotations.

6. The report is not complete without the Bottom Line, report forms and reference text.

7. We will have no liability to the Client for any claim or complaint if conditions have been disturbed, altered, repaired or replaced or otherwise changed before we have had a reasonable period of time to investigate.

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