C.M.
We have used Glenn Harrison of Harrison Home Inspection for over 10 years for our inspections. He is excellent. ###-###-####
Depending on the type of loan you are getting, you cannot any longer pick your Appraiser. Your mortgage broker/lender will provide the contact for the Appraiser. In a conventional loan, your lender will chose via "round robin" lottery system on the appraisal. If you are getting an FHA loan, your broker/lender still gets to chose the appraiser, and I would trust their judgment as good relationships between quality appraisers and broker/lenders are built over time, especially now.
There should not be any issues with conflicts of interest when it comes to a referral from your Realtor. If you trust them to represent you, they are likely referring you to trustworthy vendors.
C.