Baltimore Property

[Scott S.]

We have made an offer on a Charles Village row house, built in 1900 and have a couple general questions regarding rehabbing. This will be my daughter's home, I do not live in Baltimore, but an helping with the rehab. Do these properties typically have asbestos? Is asbestos detection usually included in a home inspection?

The property has a gas boiler and radiator heat and window ac units. We are considering putting in a forced air system. I would welcome advice on whether to keep the old system or replace it with a heat pump or A/C unit and gas furnace.

I would also be interested if a Baltimore member could make recommendations for contractors - if so please message. Thanks.