How to decide if it is cosmetic vs full Rehab

[Rao V.]

Hi,

How do you decide if a flip is cosmetic vs fuill rehab. Is it the age of the house. the condition of plumbing/electrical? What do you factor in?

I would rather do cosmetic but I want to make sure the project only needs cosmetic stuff before I start. Is there a way I can do some test myself to make sure the flip requires only cosmetic stuff.

I know I can bring in plumber/electrician but being new in the game they always recommend changes and provide a hefty bid even if there is no need. For example one guy recently updated all copper with PEX which according to my mentor was not needed at all.

so that's why I want to learn how to determine if there is any plumbing or electrical issue myself.

Thanks