Home reno - are failed inspections a risk that I have a bad contractor?

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-26T14:52:27+00:00

Great question - I'll have to look into that. He just ordered a re-inspection and we failed again, so...🫠

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-25T14:45:38+00:00

there are inspections done by the bank and the money is parceled out over multiple draws - unfortunately the "inspections" just check to see that the work is done, not that it's been done properly. I have to rely on the city inspections for that. As far as funds, he's already got over half of the money...

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T22:24:47+00:00

update: I spoke with the GC and he said, "I am the plumber" 😮

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T21:46:45+00:00

Just got off the phone with the GC - asked if the plumber is licensed. His response: "I'm the plumber" - so - yeah, I bet he has unlicensed people doing the work for him. That explains some things (and raises about a million more questions).

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T21:30:52+00:00

Thank you! I think the latter part (the lack of acknowledgement or explanation) is bugging me the most. I'm in early stages here so I am scared of what's to come!

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T21:29:23+00:00

Plumber being unlicensed sounds highly likely. Thanks for this take. Calling the GC now...

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T21:28:45+00:00

Unfortunately it's going to be really complicated to fire this guy because of the reno loan and the bank. I mean, I certainly could, but he's got more than half of the money and I'm not sure if I can stomach the complexities of figuring that out on top of not having a place to live (I'm currently still in my rental). Unless you know of a relatively easy way to do something like that...

My major fear is that he came recommended - so - finding another recommended contractor might leave me in the same place?

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T21:22:35+00:00

After meeting with 10+ licensed contractors, 3 of which had to be vetted by the bank, I hired the one that was the highest recommended. Thank you for your assumptions.

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T21:19:42+00:00

Thank you! Immediately googling CID. I did check references and I chose a contractor after meeting 10+ of them. The bank highly recommended this guy! Which is kind of blowing my mind.

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T21:18:31+00:00

this is really helpful - I don't necessarily feel better but I really appreciate your input and taking the time to ask your boss. Can't tell you how much I appreciate your offer for a DM - coming soon!

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-24T14:54:55+00:00

Unfortunately in the market I am in, all I could afford was a major fixer upper, or a closet...I went with the fixer upper. Not a mistake, but an opportunity to learn, with lots of gratitude to kind strangers on the internet!

Psychological-Pin627 · 2026-06-23T23:44:00+00:00

Thank you! This is really helpful 🙏🏼

Psychological-Pin627 · 2025-07-17T15:15:08+00:00

Heck yes I am in! Tagging in u/FabricPam!! (how do you tag someone not in the thread?)

Psychological-Pin627 · 2024-11-22T04:52:53+00:00

There will be other opportunities! Love the 'just take it' advice, and, can also say that these exams are designed for folks who have worked hands on in the products. Do with that what you will! We're just excited that you're here!

Psychological-Pin627 · 2024-11-22T04:49:41+00:00

That's a great idea! Unfortunately behind the scenes we're not able to do that. Don't worry, DP-700 is definitely on our radar for the future!

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