that's a bit of a win there pix,
With the independent inspection why dont u call a chippy and offer him $200 to do a walk through with u?
They will point out any major issue to u on the spot and the builder will have to acknowledge it and note it down.
By memory the builder will have paperwork to tick off as u walk around the job which u both would have to sign after?
Think possitive mate, there mite be a light turning on in your favor here ?
Feel free to ask any questions and ill answer as much as I can.