A sprinkler system isn't going to prevent a cabin from going up in flames if the trees around them are on fire. 

Meanwhile, waiting 4 months will cost me $3,500 in interest, - though less than a second DSCR - and will prevent me from making another purchase and rehab, which I potentially can do all in 4 months.

Use this as a learning experience to refine your investment strategy and prevent similar issues in the future.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

I am going to look into this and see if there's no restrictions that could prevent me from doing so.

Always buff in the direction of the grain with a soft cloth to prevent further damage.

I believe I am going to make the unit all electric preventing the need to meter out the gas.  

Laws are now passed that prevent you from renting to yourself and claiming all the losses.

I sure was rooting for you and incredibly happy you found huge success. 

I like the idea of a hold back until the punchlist is complete, but that doesn't prevent an unscrupulous contractor from stealing the initial deposit...

You can only do so much to prevent worst-case scenarios  EXACTLY!!!