Real Estate Lead Risk Assessment Agreement

REAL ESTATE LEAD RISK ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT

Parties

Client Name:

Property Identification

Recitals and Purpose

This Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions under which Assessor will perform a lead risk assessment of the Property to identify potential lead-based paint hazards, potential lead sources in soil, dust, and water where applicable, and to provide a written risk assessment report to Client. The assessment is not a renovation, abatement, or clearance activity unless separately contracted in writing.

Scope of Services

Assessor will perform the following services at the Property: visual inspection of painted and coated surfaces, targeted sampling and testing of paint, dust, soil and/or water as selected below, on-site screening where feasible, preparation of chain-of-custody for samples, laboratory analysis, a written risk assessment report including findings, photographs, sampling locations, and prioritized recommendations for risk reduction. Client selects sampling types:

Paint / coating sampling
Dust wipe sampling
Soil sampling of exterior areas
Water sampling for lead
Other (describe below)

Assessment Schedule

Inspection Start Date:

Inspection End Date (if different):

Report Delivery Timeline: Assessor will deliver the written report within calendar days after sample receipt by laboratory or completion of field testing, whichever is later.

Fees, Payment and Costs

Balance Due: Client shall pay the remaining balance within calendar days of invoice. Late payments shall incur a late fee of and interest as permitted by law.

Additional Costs: Laboratory analysis, chain-of-custody handling, travel beyond a standard radius, or special sampling beyond the agreed scope will be billed as additional costs with Client approval.

Client Obligations

Access: Client shall provide reasonable access to all areas requested by Assessor and shall secure pets, utilities, and occupants as necessary for safe assessment. If access is not provided on scheduled dates, Assessor may reschedule and charge additional fees.

Prior Knowledge: Has the Client previously been informed of lead-based paint hazards at the Property? Yes

Are children under six, pregnant persons, or medically vulnerable occupants present or expected at the Property? Yes

Assessor Obligations and Methodology

Assessor will perform the assessment using standard, recognized field screening methods and laboratory analyses where selected. Assessor will record sampling locations, methods, and results, and will use chain-of-custody procedures for all samples submitted for laboratory testing. Findings in the report constitute a professional opinion based on conditions observed at the time of assessment.

Limitations: Results are limited to areas inspected and samples collected. Assessor is not responsible for hazards masked by coverings, inaccessible areas, or conditions that change after the inspection. This risk assessment does not constitute a lead abatement plan, clearance inspection, or certification of hazard elimination.

Reporting and Use of Report

The written report will describe inspection activities, sampling results, interpreted risk conditions, and prioritized recommendations for interim controls or abatement. The report is for Client use only and may not be relied upon by third parties unless Assessor consents in writing.

Warranties, Indemnity and Liability

Disclaimer of Warranties: Assessor makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the future condition of the Property or that the assessment will identify all lead hazards. Assessor's services are performed with reasonable care and in accordance with applicable professional standards.

Indemnification: Client shall indemnify and hold Assessor harmless from claims, losses, damages, and expenses arising from Client's negligent acts or omissions in connection with providing access or information, except to the extent caused by Assessor's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Assessor's liability to Client for any claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be limited to the total fees paid for the assessment. In no event shall Assessor be liable for consequential, incidental, special, or punitive damages.

Insurance

Assessor represents that it maintains professional liability and general liability insurance appropriate to the services performed. Evidence of insurance may be provided upon Client request.

Termination

Either party may terminate this Agreement for material breach if the breach remains uncured after 14 days' written notice. Upon termination, Client shall pay for all services performed and costs incurred through the termination date.

Governing Law and Entire Agreement

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state where the Property is located. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter and supersedes all prior discussions and agreements, whether written or oral. Any amendment must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Acknowledgment and Client Certification

By signing below, Client certifies that the information provided to Assessor is true and complete to the best of Client's knowledge, that Client authorizes Assessor to access the Property for the purposes described, and that Client understands the limitations of the assessment described herein.

Client authorizes Assessor to collect samples, photograph conditions, and share results with laboratories and authorized subcontractors necessary for completion of the assessment.

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