I needed to validate he got bids from licensed electricians, and plumbers prior to closing on this deal.

@Daniel Weber @Chris Isley thank you both for the quick and grest insight.As far as the contractor is concerned, for this scenario, do you suggest finding a contractor who will (or can) subcontract other professionals (example electricians, plumbers etc) or finding someone for each particular job that needs to be completed?

Elec company says they have created new esid's and will re-install the meters but an electrician has to pull a permit from the city (still working on that with the goal of finding out if perhaps the city had a hand in the removal perhaps) - simultaneously, I reached out to the city director of public works on any info he can provide me with regards to whether they have any past actions on the property ( i would think if it is condemed, fannie would not have listed it perhaps?)

I'm looking to get a 220V outlet installed in Tustin and looking for honest recommendations for an electrician, handyman, and/or dry wall guy. 

So far whenever there have been issues I couldn't handle I have called specialists (electricians, HVAC technicians, etc.)

It's just like a good GC doesn't know as much about plumbing or electrical as a master plumber or master electrician.

He probably still is to some degree so a lower offer would upset him but wouldn’t give you s no :0 If you are serious about this place, which obviously you are,Have an inspector from the ac company and have an electrician inspect it!

You think I should have a plumber and electrician go in there? 

Generally, I would lump maintenance (like fixing leaks and calling an electrician) and capital expenditures together and budget around 10%. 

My electrician told me that it is because comed delivers power in a way that is “not consistent” and that’s why the breakers on the same phase trip.