During demo, if they open up a wall and find a leak that requires a change order. the change order should be specific to that repair and have a cost associated with it. 6.

Later, they were able to get the gas and electric turned back on.

It is best to have the washer and dryer in the basement if the washer or hoses leaks/overflows. 

. - So, that leaves electric & gas.

In addition, the gas bills have shut off notices and are not being paid. (3 units are occupied and utilities are all paid by owner).

The apartment will be 10 miles to work instead of 40 miles (saving money on gas).

are you on ong for gas? 

Your PM replaced the water heater because it was leaking.

When I think of Blythe, CA travel centers, gas stations and fast food chains come to mind. 

Given the scope of your work, a simple plumbing leak would not concern me, it's a $200 issue at the most and ideally, it's just another line item when you do rough in plumbing for the kitchen.Being in a Milwaukee suburb, I am guessing it's a 1960s ranch, probably with galvanized plumbing.