A city of older homes
Roughly 60 percent of San Bernardino's approximately 67,000 housing units are from 1979 or before, compared with about 43 percent for the county, according to the American Community Survey. About 9 percent predate 1940, and only around 10 percent were built in 2000 or later.
With a median build year of 1973, many houses here are candidates for an asbestos check before demolition work. Lead-based paint is also more likely in homes painted before 1978, so test chipping paint before sanding.
Hot summers, short wet season
NOAA's normals for the Redlands station, used here for the San Bernardino area, put yearly rainfall near 13 inches and the typical July afternoon around 95°F (1991-2020).
Long, hot summers keep outdoor air dry, so indoor mold usually means a hidden leak. Swamp coolers, water heaters and roof flashing are common culprits worth checking first.
Two air districts in the county
CARB splits San Bernardino County between the South Coast AQMD in the west and the Mojave Desert AQMD in the north. Your contractor can confirm which one gets the asbestos notice for a demolition at your address.
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Questions
Do you take requests for rentals in San Bernardino?
Yes. Owners, property managers and tenants can all request a test. Let us know who has access to the unit so the partner can schedule with the right person.
Can I get soil tested at an older San Bernardino property?
You can request soil testing, for example for lead near painted siding or before planting a garden. The partner will explain what they sample.