Replace Electrical Wiring?
My GC just notified me that the Baltimore City electrical inspector wants him to install (a) hard wire smoke detectors, (b) GFIs, and (c) replace electrical wiring in the entire two-unit building. The building is old, and was purchased as an REO. My general contractor quoted me $3,500 for the job.
My questions:
1. Is this "necessary?"
2. If it's not necessary, is it a good idea to just get this work done now and not have to worry about it for awhile?
3. Should I get some of it done, and pass on other stuff? Stated differently, should I "negotiate" this with the inspector?
3. Does $3,500 seem like what I should expect to pay here. I'm not worried about nickels and dimes, but I just want to make sure it's "in the ballpark."
Thanks for thoughts!