Housing age in Solano County
Of about 165,000 housing units in the American Community Survey, around 45 percent were built before 1980 and about 19 percent in the 1970s alone.
Ceiling texture, floor tile and duct wrap from that era can contain asbestos, according to EPA. Window and trim work in a pre-1978 house is where lead dust becomes a concern, since EPA links that age to more lead-based paint.
Between the Bay and the valley
NOAA's 1991-2020 normals for Fairfield show about 24 inches of rain a year, with December the wettest month and July highs near 90°F.
Winter storms test old flashing and window seals. If water got into a wall, moisture mapping can help show how far it went before you decide on mold testing.
Smoke and fire testing
If smoke or ash reached a home in Solano County, you can request smoke and fire testing. A partner can sample soot and ash on surfaces and have their lab analyze it.
Bay Area AQMD or Yolo-Solano AQMD
CARB places western Solano County in the Bay Area AQMD and eastern Solano County in the Yolo-Solano AQMD. Your project's location decides which of the two gets any asbestos notice before demolition or renovation.
Services
Nearby
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Sacramento County
- Sonoma County
- Contra Costa County
- Marin County
- Vallejo
- Napa County
- Yolo County
Questions
Do you cover Vallejo and Vacaville?
Yes, we take requests from across Solano County. A partner reaches out if one is active near your address, and we'll tell you if none is.
Should I test for lead before replacing old windows?
If the house was built before 1978, it's a good idea. Old window frames are often painted, and removing them can create dust.