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Originally Posted by dmwlakewylie
Hi - a builder that I know and trust offered to do a home inspection for us on the home we buy or build. We won't be able to use him as our builder b/c the lot we want to purchase will only let you use specific builders. I have seen comments from this forum saying inspectors are in bed with realtors and was wondering if I am better off using a reputable builder as the inspector rather than an inspection company. Would love to know your thoughts on this. Thx!
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I would go with the friend who is a builder and who has offered to do home inspection. Think of this way, this friend has nothing to gain from giving you incorrect information. He is trying to drum up work for him. Legally, he is not authorized to do any repairs on the inspected home for 12 months. He has no partner, no kick-back and no reason to not tell you exactly what he sees. The builder and realtor may fudge things in order to get the contracting work and in order to sell the property. They have motive. The builder, house inspector is going to be so much more accurate then the contractor. He not only has a reputation behind his work, he is an artist and he is your friend. Gereen
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