I'm all about reducing expenses and water leaks are unnecessary expenses that I don't get informed about for a month.

A member or manager is NOT PERSONALLY LIABLE for a a debt, obligation or liability of the LLC solely by reason of being or acting as a member or manager. (2)The failure of a LLC to observe the usual formalities or requirements relating the exercise of its LLC powers or management of its business is NOT a ground for imposing perusal liability on the members or managers for liability of the LLC. [1993 c. 173 section35; 1999 c.86 section 10.]

The law also imposes financial consequences for landlords who do not address maintenance problems in their rental properties.So, yes the local agent will be liable. 

Quote from @Neil Warren: what are your thoughts/experience with turnkey for startingIf it's your first investment property, turnkey is the preferred method to learn and not expose yourself to unnecessary financial strain. 

Thank you, I can always shut them off and see what happens but wanted to avoid any unnecessary issues ;p 

If you are just dealing with a sales and marketing company then you won't have the accountability and you will be paying additional unnecessary markup.

This is very important on the back end if you have to impose claims against the security deposit (at least in Florida).4) Read your management agreement thoroughly and know the cancelation policy. 

I have been guilty of working in my business not working in the business and it has created unnecessary situations.

I would love to have a conversation about my situation to ensure I’m adequately covered but not paying for anything unnecessary.

Here is the specific language from Assembly Bill No. 68:a local agency, special district, or water corporation shall not require the applicant to install a new or separate utility connection directly between the accessory dwelling unit and the utility or impose a related connection fee or capacity charge, unless the accessory dwelling unit was constructed with a new single-family home.If the Planning Department is telling you that you need separate utilities and you're adding an ADU to a lot with an existing SFR, refer them to the above language from AB 68.