Mesquite homes by decade
The 1970s is Mesquite's biggest older decade, at about 8,700 homes. The 1960s add about 6,400 and the 1950s about 5,600.
That adds up to about 20,700 homes from the 1950s through the 1970s. We start sampling with the ceiling texture, wall patches and floors that are original to those houses.
Rental houses in Mesquite
A single-family rental in Mesquite needs a Rental Property License, which involves registration and an inspection inside and out. The license lapses when the tenant changes or after three years.
For a landlord, the gap between tenants is a good time to test and, if needed, remove old flooring or ceiling texture. Houses and small buildings of four units or fewer are outside the state asbestos rules, but OSHA's rules still apply to any crew you hire. Ask the city office that issues your permit what it wants to see.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Mesquite rental license include an asbestos check?
The license covers registration and an inspection of the house inside and out. Asbestos testing is a separate step you can take between tenants.
My Mesquite house is from the 1980s. Is a test overkill?
Not if the project will scrape, cut or lift something original. The year cannot tell you; EPA says only a lab test can.
Do I need a survey before re-letting a Mesquite house?
State rules leave that to you for a house or a building of four units or fewer. At five units or more, a survey is required before renovation.
The Highland Park page covers Highland Park, which sits inside Dallas and has the oldest houses we serve. The Dallas Asbestos Removal homepage links the rest.
