I know it's sort of "not my problem" but I also have a reputation to protect.What would you do in this situation?

@ Ross Reeves I just looked up pa deals online and it looks like they have a mixed reputation.

Can anyone recommend a reputable source of online information to find out a property's market value, taxes, liens, owners.  

Does any one know a good HVAC contractor that is reputable and would charge a fair/good price for a roof mounted 3 ton AC unit in east Bakersfield?

It's like me paying my clean-up guy, I'm not going to drop him a deposit so he can get plastic bags and a shovel, he'll be paid hourly and I take care of the rest.However, as a contractor vs. handyman crew, you buying the materials would cramp my whole business.

And any recommendations for reputable companies in the area who can give us an estimate would also be appreciated.  

I would also like to build a network of reputable, integrity based individuals in my area.

What to Look for in a Real Estate AgentWhen buying a home, you want a real estate agent who… Takes the time to understand your needs and goals, so you have a true partner in your home buying journey.Explains everything clearly and answers your questions, so you’re never in the dark.Has expertise and a track record of success in the local market.Knows how to find great properties in your price range.Will alert you to new listings, quickly, so you get the jump on those opportunities.Will advise you on the best price to offer for the home you want.Will prepare and present the offer, and skillfully negotiate such things as price, conditions, closing dates, etc. so you get the best deal.Will save you potentially thousands of dollars by ensuring you don’t overpay for the property you want.Will recommend reputable home inspectors, movers and other professionals you may need.Not every real estate agent offers all of these services.

@Mark Watkins   well the 20k was a dead give away to me.. any lender that is doing deals will usually have a 75 to 100k minimum... check out the scottsmans guide there will be a list of REPUTABLE lenders there and you will see very few make loans for less than 100k... now in the mid west I know you need them lower than that.. but as a lender and I have been one... its just a loser to try to make little loans .. you can't charge enough to make the risk even close to worth it..so when I see these guys say they make loans at 20k to 20 million  RED FLAG... 

I even did lots of research on the company and it has very good reputation, so I felt good about themThe estimate I was given was a lump sum with all the items listed, no broken down list.