Miscellaneous Joist Damage Report

MISCELLANEOUS JOIST DAMAGE REPORT AND REPAIR AGREEMENT

Project and Parties

Client Name:    Property Address:

Inspector / Contractor Name:    License / Company ID:

Inspector Contact Phone:    Inspector Email:

Recitals

WHEREAS, Client Name: is the owner or authorized agent of the property identified above; and

WHEREAS, Inspector / Contractor: has inspected the structural members (joists) at the property and prepared this report describing observed damage, recommended stabilization, and proposed repairs; and

WHEREAS, the parties wish to document the condition, agree the immediate and remedial scope of work, and set payment and termination terms for necessary repairs.

Inspection Summary

Itemized Joist Findings (record each affected joist)

Yes No     Number of Photos:

Yes No

Scope of Work

The Contractor shall perform the following work to remedy the joist damage as observed and itemized above. All work shall comply with good industry practice and, where applicable, local building codes and standards. Specific tasks include but are not limited to:

Payment Terms

Total Estimated Cost: $

Deposit Required: $     Final Payment Due Upon Completion:

Late Payment Fee: on any past due balance. Client agrees to pay all reasonable costs of collection, including attorney fees and court costs, if required.

Term and Termination

Commencement Date:    Estimated Completion Date:

Either party may terminate this Agreement for material breach if the breach is not cured within days after receipt of written notice. Upon termination for cause, Client shall pay Contractor for work performed and materials ordered through the date of termination, plus reasonable demobilization costs.

Confidentiality

The parties acknowledge that information disclosed in connection with this report and any ensuing repairs, including pricing, methods, and non-public site conditions, constitutes Confidential Information. Each party agrees to maintain Confidential Information in strict confidence and not disclose it to third parties except as required by law or as necessary to perform the Scope of Work. Confidentiality obligations shall survive termination of this Agreement for a period of two (2) years.

Certifications and Liability

Inspector certifies that the findings reported herein are accurate to the best of Inspector's knowledge based upon visible conditions at the time of inspection. Inspector does not warrant unseen conditions or latent defects. Contractor's liability for claims arising from performance under this Agreement is limited to direct damages and shall not exceed the total contract price. In no event shall Contractor be liable for consequential, incidental or punitive damages.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state where the property is located. Venue for any action arising under this Agreement shall lie in the courts of that state, and the parties hereby submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts.

Entire Agreement

This document, including any attachments and accepted written change orders, constitutes the entire agreement between Client and Contractor with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior oral and written agreements. No modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both parties.

Acknowledgment

By signing below, Client acknowledges receipt of this Joist Damage Report, accepts the scope and terms herein, and authorizes Contractor to proceed with the agreed work consistent with the Payment Terms and Scope of Work.

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