I didn't add to seller's side because they are extremely price conscious in this, which is also why they didn't list.

Congratulations on a very conscious decision.As for my position, I've lived in Southern California for 19 years, Houston for 3, Dallas for 2, and now back in Southern California.

When you include utilities in rent tenants tend to be less conscious of turning off lights over keeping the heat low.2. include a clause in your lease agreement that says utilities are included up to a certain dollar amount.

But I also think if you have conflict in your conscious for any reason then it’s best to stay clear.

@Zachary Feldman Looks like it might be an environmental fee. 

It seems like Thumbtack and Angieslist are the type of sites that target less price conscious homeowners with smaller tickets and a one-time project.

If its not you would need to CYA and conduct a phase 1 environmental test.

They can reuse surveys and title, even environmental usually, but not usually appraisals. 

After receiving your signed LOI and deposit, the lender ordered an appraisal, property condition, and environmental reports per their policies.

Deal 2:Two lots, 20 and 23 acres on the backside of a large reservoir, surrounded by National Forest and something call an Environmental trust, several old mines in the area.