California · 9 covered places · 15 ZIP codes
Plumbers in Solano County, CA
We cover 9 cities and towns in Solano County, California, across 15 ZIP codes, including Vallejo, Fairfield, Vacaville. About 449,000 people live in those ZIP codes. Most homes date from 1980 to 1999, old enough that original water heaters, valves and drains are wearing out.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 5% |
| 1940–1959 | 11% |
| 1960–1979 | 29% |
| 1980–1999 | 36% |
| 2000 or later | 19% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
What goes wrong in Solano County homes
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
36% of homes were built between 1980 and 1999. Polybutylene supply pipe was installed widely in US homes from about 1978 to 1995, so houses from these years are worth checking for gray plastic pipe stamped PB2110, usually visible at the water heater or under sinks. Insurers and buyers often ask about it. See polybutylene replacement.
Natural gas in most homes
62% of occupied homes here heat with utility gas, so gas water heaters, ranges and dryers are common. That means gas line extensions for new appliances, flexible connector replacements and venting checks when a water heater is swapped. If you smell gas, leave first and call the gas utility from outside. See gas line repair.
1960s and 70s homes reaching end of life
29% of the housing here dates from 1960 to 1979. Original copper supply lines in those homes are now 45 to 65 years old, and cast iron drains of that age scale up inside and crack. Seized shutoff valves, pinhole leaks and recurring main-line clogs are common calls. A camera inspection shows the condition of the sewer line before anyone digs.
Common plumbing work in Solano County
City pages in Solano County
Other covered towns in Solano County
- Benicia (1 ZIP)
- Dixon (1 ZIP)
- Elmira (1 ZIP)
- Rio Vista (1 ZIP)
- Suisun City (1 ZIP)
- Travis Afb (1 ZIP)
Solano County plumbing FAQ
Which towns in Solano County do you cover?
9 places: Benicia, Dixon, Elmira, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun City, Travis Afb, Vacaville, Vallejo. Enter your ZIP code to confirm coverage for your street.
How old are homes in Solano County?
Across the covered ZIP codes, Census estimates put 17% of homes as built before 1960, 29% from 1960 to 1979, 36% from 1980 to 1999 and 19% in 2000 or later.
Who licenses plumbers in Solano County, CA?
The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) licenses plumbing contractors under the C-36 classification, and its online lookup shows license status.
Housing and heating figures are US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates for the ZIP code areas we cover in Solano County, combined across places and weighted by housing units. Some ZIP codes extend into neighboring counties.
Need a plumber in Solano County?
Same-day service when a plumber is available. One call connects you with a licensed plumber who serves your ZIP.