Terms and conditions
Wallinspector operates the Wallinspector.com service and provides consulting services within the construction industry. Wallinspector.com is covered by liability insurance.
In certain cases related to construction work contracts, such as the execution of building projects, Wallinspector.com may facilitate communication between clients and suppliers of artisan services. However, Wallinspector.com is not a party to any agreements or arrangements that may occur between users of the service, and it is not responsible for any deficiencies, damages, or disputes that may result from this.
Payment Terms
The following conditions apply when you place an order with Wallinspector.com:
When making a purchase, an agreement will be established between you and Wallinspector. By ordering our product, you accept this agreement and the following terms.
The credit period is always a minimum of 14 days from the invoice date. For businesses, a credit period of 30 days from the invoice date may be offered, as specified in an email notification. The invoice is sent together with the delivery.
A reminder fee is added for overdue payments. Additionally, a delay interest rate of 8.00% is applied. If no payment is made, the claim may be handed over for debt collection, and further collection costs may apply.
To place an order with us, you must be at least 18 years old. We do not accept credit purchases from individuals under 18 years of age. We reserve the right to refuse or modify your order if it violates the law.
Right of Withdrawal
When purchasing our service on Wallinspector.com, you must waive your right of withdrawal because Wallinspector’s service involves an immediate start of the service upon your order. This means that you accept that the right of withdrawal ceases once the service has begun. Wallinspector’s service is considered fulfilled as soon as your requests and architecture drawings, structural drawings, videos, or pictures of the wall have been sent to the structural engineer, and they have commenced the work.
Prices
Our prices on the website are stated in Euro (and include VAT. In a quotation, the price may be stated excluding VAT. On the invoice, the price is stated in Euro and includes VAT. We do not charge any shipping fees as we send the documents via e-mail. Therefore, no additional fees apply.
Certificates issued by us
These are the documents/certificates issued by us to certify the structural load-bearing capacity of the specified wall. They are reviewed by civil engineers, specifically structural engineers, in building construction.
While we strive to provide accurate and professional evaluations, we make no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the legality, validity, or acceptability of this Certificate in your jurisdiction.
It is your responsibility as the recipient of this Certificate to understand and comply with the laws, regulations, and standards pertaining to structural assessments in your jurisdiction.
Before acting on the information provided in this Certificate, you should consult with an appropriately qualified local professional and/or legal counsel to ensure that this Certificate meets all necessary legal and regulatory requirements in your jurisdiction.
We are not liable for any loss, damages, or penalties suffered as a result of the use of this Certificate in a jurisdiction where it may not meet local laws, regulations, or standards. You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless against any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses arising out of or in connection with the use of this Certificate.
We guarantee that our assessment regarding whether a wall is load-bearing is accurate based on construction standards. If our assessment is found to be incorrect, we take full responsibility. If your jurisdiction requires the engineer to hold a license or similar to carry out investigations as to whether a wall is load-bearing or not, then it is up to you to find out. We do not hold any such license or similar document.
Construction guidelines & Wallinspector’s responsibilities
As the client, it is incumbent upon you to obtain any requisite permits from relevant municipal authorities or property owners before initiating the specified construction measures. The investigative certificate provided by Wallinspector serves as an advisory document. When undertaking operations such as hole-making or removal of walls deemed to be non-load-bearing, the executing party bears the responsibility to adhere to stipulated guidelines. For the client’s assurance and safety, we advocate for a comprehensive documentation of the entire procedure, from initial temporary bracing to the final wall removal or hole-making.
The designation “non-load-bearing” is predicated on our analysis of construction drawings and signifies that there is no discernible evidence to suggest that the wall plays a structural, load-bearing role. However, particularly in older structures, it’s conceivable that a wall, while not originally intended as load-bearing, may inadvertently assume such a function over time. It’s noteworthy to mention that Wallinspector has not conducted inquiries specifically into walls that have unintentionally acquired a load-bearing status.
The potentiality of fissures or cracks arising during operations on non-load-bearing walls, unintentionally load-bearing walls, or during the modification of an intentionally load-bearing wall cannot be completely negated. Correct procedural execution, even with aptly dimensioned beams, doesn’t categorically preclude the manifestation of minor cracks, either immediately post-operation or subsequently. This phenomenon can be attributed to the inherent redistribution of forces whenever a wall alteration is effected. Consequently, the structural load will invariably seek alternative pathways to its foundational support.
Should any cracks materialize on adjoining properties, the onus of responsibility rests with you. It is therefore of paramount importance to conduct a thorough inspection of adjacent areas, including neighboring properties, prior to any wall alterations. Should any discrepancies, like cracks, be identified, we strongly advise clients to promptly notify the affected neighbor and to meticulously photograph these anomalies. This ensures there is no subsequent misattribution of pre-existing structural defects as newly emergent ones.
Wallinspector maintains a robust liability insurance policy. In the unlikely event of errors stemming from investigations executed by Wallinspector, these will be diligently examined and redressed by our affiliated insurance provider.”
The Company
Wallinspector, as referred to in this document, is Byggarkivet Sverige AB (org.nr. 559187-4549), a company based in Sweden that operates Wallinspector.com and offers consulting services within the construction industry.”