Homes in 95118: what they're like and what they need

Electrical panel check before an EV charger or heat pump

81% of homes here were built before 1980, when panels were often sized for much less load. Check yours before adding big electric items.

Earthquake bolting and bracing

Houses built before 1980 on raised foundations are the ones California's Earthquake Brace + Bolt program offers grants for. Check whether your home qualifies.

Lead-safe painting and remodeling

About 76% of homes here are older than 1978. Painters and remodelers working on them must follow EPA lead-safe rules (RRP certification).

Gas furnace to heat pump

65% of homes in 95118 heat with gas. A heat pump replaces the furnace and adds AC, and Bay Area rebates often cover a large share.

Roof and gutters before the rains

Half the homes here were built before 1969. Most roofs last 20-30 years, so many are on their second or third. Clean gutters and a roof check before winter storms prevent most leaks.

Older pipes and sewer lines

17% of homes here are from the 1950s or earlier, when galvanized supply pipes and clay or cast-iron sewer lines were common. A camera inspection of the sewer line is cheap insurance.