Please read these Terms of Use ("Terms") carefully before scheduling, purchasing, or using any inspection service provided by Home Scan Specialists LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). By booking an inspection, submitting payment, or using this website, you ("Client," "you," or "your") agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use our services.
1. Company Information
Home Scan Specialists LLC is a Florida limited liability company licensed to perform home inspections in the State of Florida (License #HI18638). Principal inspector: Raymond Ortega. Service area: Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties.
2. Nature and Scope of Services
Home Scan Specialists LLC provides visual, non-invasive property inspection services. All inspections are performed in accordance with the Standards of Practice established by the applicable Florida law (Florida Statutes §468.8311–468.8326).
Inspections are strictly limited to: observable and accessible conditions present at the property at the time and date of inspection. Inspections are not, and shall not be construed as, any of the following: structural engineering assessments, environmental reports, mold surveys, pest inspections, code compliance certifications, appraisals, legal opinions, or guarantees of any kind regarding the condition, habitability, value, or fitness of the property.
3. Payment Terms & Appointment Confirmation
Full payment is required at the time of booking to confirm your inspection appointment. No appointment shall be considered confirmed without receipt of payment in full. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant third-party payment processor. Fees are non-refundable except as provided in Section 4 below. Prices are subject to change without notice; the price in effect at the time of booking shall govern your transaction.
4. Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy
Cancellation by Client: Cancellations made more than 48 hours before the scheduled inspection time will receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 48 hours of the scheduled inspection are non-refundable but may be rescheduled one (1) time within 30 days at no additional charge, subject to availability.
No-Show: If the Client or authorized representative fails to provide access to the property at the scheduled time without prior notice, the full inspection fee is forfeited.
Cancellation by Company: In the unlikely event the Company must cancel due to inspector illness, emergency, or acts of God (including severe weather), the Client will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule at no additional charge.
5. Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY FLORIDA LAW, THE COMPANY'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO CLIENT FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE INSPECTION SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF THE INSPECTION FEE ACTUALLY PAID BY CLIENT FOR THE SPECIFIC INSPECTION GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.
THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR: (A) CONDITIONS THAT ARE HIDDEN, CONCEALED, INACCESSIBLE, LATENT, OR INTERMITTENT; (B) CONDITIONS THAT ARISE OR MANIFEST AFTER THE DATE OF INSPECTION; (C) CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND; (D) LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF PROFITS, DIMINUTION IN VALUE, OR COST OF REPAIR EXCEEDING THE INSPECTION FEE; OR (E) THE ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF ANY THIRD PARTY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO SELLERS, REAL ESTATE AGENTS, CONTRACTORS, OR INSURERS.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS OBSERVED." THE COMPANY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR GUARANTEE THAT THE PROPERTY IS FREE FROM DEFECTS, SAFE, HABITABLE, OR IN COMPLIANCE WITH ANY BUILDING CODE, ORDINANCE, STATUTE, OR REGULATION. THE INSPECTION REPORT REFLECTS THE INSPECTOR'S PROFESSIONAL OPINION BASED ON VISUAL OBSERVATION ON THE DATE OF INSPECTION ONLY.
7. Client Responsibilities
Client agrees to: (a) provide lawful access to the property at the scheduled date and time; (b) ensure all utilities (electric, gas, water) are active at the property on the inspection date; (c) notify the Company of any known hazardous conditions at the property prior to inspection; and (d) read the inspection report in its entirety and seek the opinion of qualified licensed contractors for any items of concern before proceeding with any real estate transaction.
8. Report Ownership & Confidentiality
The inspection report is prepared solely for the use of the named Client. The Company grants Client a limited, non-transferable license to use the report for Client's personal real estate transaction purposes only. Sharing the report with third parties (other than Client's attorney, real estate agent, or lender) is done at Client's sole risk. The Company assumes no liability to any third party who relies on the report.
9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the inspection services shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules, with venue in Broward County, Florida. The prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek emergency injunctive relief in a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent irreparable harm.
10. Severability & Entire Agreement
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. These Terms, together with the inspection agreement signed at the time of service, constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede all prior representations, understandings, or agreements relating to the subject matter herein.
11. Amendments
The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the website. Continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.
12. Contact
For questions regarding these Terms, contact us at:
Home Scan Specialists LLC
Raymond Ortega, Licensed Home Inspector — FL #HI18638
Phone: (954) 840-8488
Email: info@homescanspecialist.com
Service Area: Miami-Dade · Broward · Palm Beach