V. OPTIONAL COVERAGE (continued) required or performed, the Service will be subject to a $75 (plus applicable tax) inspection fee in lieu of $200 treatment service fee. INCLUDED: Pre-existing infestation treatment for subterranean termite infestation limited to spot treatments only (coverage also includes non-pre-existing partial treatments) of termite-infested area of the main foundation of the home, and attached garage. EXCLUDED: Infestation in decks, fencing or any area outside the confines of the main foundation of the home or attached garage - Repairs caused by damages from Subterranean Termites - This Contract only covers Spot and Partial treatment methods and does not cover any other form of termite or pest control coverage or method. N. External Water Line Repair (May be added to Contract within 30 days of Contract Start Date) INCLUDED: Leaks or breaks due to normal wear and tear of the portion of the water service line that You own from the utility’s point of responsibility or from Your well pump discharge line (excluding the casement/pitless adapter) to the inlet side of the water meter or shut-off valve of the Covered Property, up to a maximum aggregate limit of $5,000 each Coverage Period (this limit includes the cost of any permits required to perform services under this Contract), and subject to the exclusions set forth herein. IF ORIGINAL PARTS ARE UNAVAILABLE OR MORE COSTLY, COMPATIBLE, AFTERMARKET, SUBSTITUTE, REMANUFACTURED OR RECYCLED PARTS MAY BE USED FOR THE REPAIRS. If a public sidewalk or street is required to be cut or excavated to conduct the repairs, the Plan will cover the costs to repair such section of the public sidewalk or street, up to a maximum aggregate limit of $5,000 each Coverage Period. In addition to the coverage limits set forth in this Contract, the External Water Line Repair option includes Landscape Restoration up to a maximum aggregate limit of $500 each Term to address any remedial action You take to fix landscaping damaged by the repairs, but only if You provide Us proper documentation of such expenses. EXCLUDED: Relocating any water meter at the time of repair, unless required by applicable law – trunk, dual or illegal lines that are connected to Your external water line - clogs or blockage of Your external water line - pressure switches, meter vaults, branch lines, storage or pressure tanks - main shut-off valves that are not leaking - moving any section of Your external water line unless necessary to complete a covered repair - removal of debris or obstacles needed to access and repair Your external water line - repairs required by any local, state or federal agency inspection, unless otherwise covered by this Contract - updates to nonleaking portion of Your external water Line to meet requirements of applicable law - movement or repair of buried wells at aboveground, well equipment or well-related components - exterior water service line that branches off the main line (e.g., water systems for sprinklers, pools, hot tubs, and/or other outdoor systems) - any shared water line that provides service to multiple properties, detached houses, secondary buildings or branch lines - service lines owned by any utility or connected to a VI. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS All services, components and systems not specifically identified as “Included” in this Contract are hereby excluded even if not specifically identified. A. If a Service Request is made pursuant to this Contract, HWA reserves the right to request a copy of any visual or mechanical test that may have been performed by a home inspector or other licensed mechanical contractor. B. The following is excluded from Listing Coverage for the Home Seller; 1. Collapsed ductwork. C. HWA is not responsible for replacement of a system or appliance lacking a visible Model or Serial number. D. Problems cannot always be diagnosed and repaired on the first service visit. HWA is not liable for losses or damages resulting from misdiagnosis or delays in completing diagnosis or repairs. E. HWA is not responsible for providing access to or closing access from any Covered Systems and Components which is concrete-encased or otherwise obstructed or inaccessible (including, but not limited to, beneath crawl spaces, floor coverings, systems, cabinets, etc.). HWA will pay no more than $1,000 in the aggregate during the Coverage Period for Services on any Covered Systems and Components that are concrete-encased or otherwise inaccessible or obstructed, subject to all other applicable limitations set forth in this Contract. F. At times it is necessary to open walls or ceilings to make repairs. The Authorized Repair Technician obtained by HWA will close the opening, provided it was not previously water damaged, and return to a rough finish condition, subject to the monetary limits of any Service or Covered System and Component. HWA is not responsible for restoration of any wall coverings, floor coverings, plaster, cabinets, counter tops, tiling, paint, or other surfaces. Similarly, HWA is not responsible for the repair of any cosmetic defects or performance of routine maintenance. G. Electronic or computerized energy management or lighting and appliance management systems are excluded. H. Services do not include the identification, detection, abatement, encapsulation or removal of asbestos, radon gas, mold or other hazardous substances. If any hazardous materials are encountered in the course of performing the Services, the Authorized Repair Technician has no obligation to continue the work until such products or materials are abated, encapsulated or removed, or it is determined that no hazard exists (as the case may require). HWA shall have no obligation to arrange for and will have no liability for the removal of, commercial facility - repairing private paved, asphalt and/or concrete surfaces or structures - improper design, installation or settlement of Your external water line (e.g., bellied lines, back-pitched lines) - costs associated with opening and closing any portion of the Covered Property’s foundation or slab to access Your external water line - thawing any frozen section of Your external water line. O. External Sewer & Septic Line Repair (May be added to Contract within 30 days of Contract Start Date) INCLUDED: Leaks, blocks or breaks due to normal wear or tear or tree roots of the portion of the sewer service line You own from the utility’s point of responsibility or from Your septic tank to the point where Your sewer or septic line enters the Covered Property at the foundation, up to a maximum aggregate limit of $5,000 each Coverage Period (this limit includes the cost of any permits required to perform services under this Contract), and subject to the exclusions set forth herein and so long as the external sewer or septic line is in proper working order on the Contract Period Start Date. IF ORIGINAL PARTS ARE UNAVAILABLE OR MORE COSTLY, COMPATIBLE, AFTERMARKET, SUBSTITUTE, REMANUFACTURED OR RECYCLED PARTS MAY BE USED FOR THE REPAIRS. If a public sidewalk or street is required to be cut or excavated to conduct the repairs, the Plan will cover the costs to repair such section of the public sidewalk or street, up to a maximum aggregate limit of $5,000 each Coverage Period. In addition to the coverage limits set forth in this Contract, the External Sewer & Septic Line Repair option includes Landscape Restoration up to a maximum aggregate limit of $500 each Term to address any remedial action You take to fix landscaping damaged by the repairs, but only if You provide Us proper documentation of such expenses. EXCLUDED: External sewer or septic line not connected to a public sewer system or Your septic tank - Common waste branch lines - External sewer or septic line not owned by You or damage related to the backup of sewers and drains caused by main sewer lines - Devices connected to Your external sewer or septic line, such as backflow preventers, clean outs, lift stations or pumps - Septic tank or its components or attachments, such as a pump or grinder - Moving any section of Your external sewer or septic line unless necessary to complete a covered repair – Removal of items necessary to access Your external sewer or septic line, such as debris, trash, rocks, cars or temporary structures - Nonconforming drain line, such as a basement or storm drain system, connected to Your external sewer or septic line – Repairs required by any local, state or federal agency inspection, unless otherwise covered by this Contract – Updates to nonleaking portion or any free-flowing section of Your external sewer or septic line to meet requirements of applicable law - Interior pipes - service lines owned by the municipality/utility or connected to a commercial facility or multi-family homes - private paved, asphalt and/or concrete surfaces or structures - improper design or installation of Your external sewer or septic line (e.g., bellied lines, settlement, shearing at the foundation or back-pitched lines) - thawing any frozen section of Your external sewer or septic line. 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