. - The panels cover about 600sf of roof space and are attached.

. - only 1 Electric service panel with 100 amp svce - some unapproved attic splicing done it appears- roof 15 years old- water supply and drain waste piping uses old galvanized water piping that is subject to leakage (drain pipe is actually leaking to crawl space!) 

The house has lots of perks, not the most updated but nice, energy efficient, low taxes, solar panels on the roof, roof needs a coating,  and kitchen needs updating but if I would to rent it I can leave it as is for now.

There are regulations that add up quickly and you don't get your money back (such as rain barrels, solar panels, etc.).

We added value to this deal by making the following cosmetic changes:- Repainted the entire unit- Updated all outlets and covers to be uniform (a few USB where applicable)- Updated all light switches to 'flat panel'- Updated kitchen cabinet and drawer hardware- New stove & range- New sink outlet- New kitchen ceiling fan- New toilet- Deep clean & high quality post/advertising to emphasize the value the condo has to offer What was the outcome?

It seems like an electrical panel on every tree and wiring placed in plumbing conduit across the back of the property, obviously unpermitted work.

One was located in the right rear section while the other was in the left rear section.PlumbingSome of the hose spigots were inoperable and this should be corrected.The hall bathroom tub was slow to drain and should be cleared by a plumber.ElectricThere was a double tap observed inside each main electrical panel that should be further evaluated and separated by an electrician.The kitchen outlet(s) were not GFCI protected and should be updated.

Most of the foreclosures I've seen pretty much all need the same things:Roof, central AC, electrical panel etc., kitchen, bathrooms, windows, landscaping, etc.

@Philip L hewitsonWhen the contractors come out walk behind and write down what they measure.Another option is to have contractor give you a materials list with price for labor and another with materials and labor.This should help to see if you can find better pricing or are their prices more competitive.If you are going to replace look at using vinyl dual panel versus aluminum because in my experience aluminum sweats/condensation.

Anyone considered using solar panels to reduce their electric costs or even turn a profit?