Purchasing fixer without an inspection - is this wise?

[Sara C.]

Would love some advice! I'm about to purchase my second deal to either flip or BRRRR. This is a probate situation and the property, a townhome, is DEEPLY distressed from cat urine and filth.

Do you think an inspection is needed? We are in due diligence now. The reason I'm hesitant is the electricity has been turned off, and the smell of cat urine is so profound I can't imagine an inspector agreeing to spend much time in there. My go-to inspector has already said as much. I'm also budgeting to basically re-do everything.

I'm aware of all the drywall, subfloor replacement and priming needed. My thought was to do the inspection after that first phase so I have a better "punch-list" on the property then. 

Thoughts? I want to make sure I'm approaching this the right way. 

- Sara