Remodeling and Repairs in Bradford, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Bradford homes, with what the Census housing figures for Bradford mean for the work.
Homes in Bradford
Bradford is a town in Merrimack County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 860 homes, and the median home was built in 1972. 28 percent were built before 1940, higher than the county (24 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 90 percent are single-family houses and 85 percent of households own their home. 25 percent of homes are seasonal or occasional-use homes.
| Share of homes | Bradford | Merrimack County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 28% | 24% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 35% | 30% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 18% | 26% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 19% | 20% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 90% | 67% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 3% | 11% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 2% | 14% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 6% | 7% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 85% | 74% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 25% | 5% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Some older houses. About 28 percent predate 1940, so some jobs start by removing old layers.
- Lead-safe work. 63 percent of homes were built before 1980. Atlas is an EPA certified lead renovator and follows lead-safe (RRP) practices on pre-1978 paint.
- Seasonal homes. 25 percent of Bradford homes are held for seasonal or occasional use. A roof leak or ice dam in an empty house can go unseen all winter, so check the roof and attic before the snow.
- Delivered fuel. 62 percent of Bradford households heat mainly with oil or propane, so heat kept in by an air-sealed attic is fuel you do not have to buy.
- Wood heat. 30 percent heat mainly with wood. Around chimneys we keep roofing, siding and insulation work to the required clearances.
How Bradford homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Bradford is fuel oil or kerosene (39 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Bradford | Merrimack County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 39% | 33% | 40% |
| Propane | 23% | 19% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 0% | 25% | 21% |
| Electricity | 4% | 13% | 11% |
| Wood | 30% | 7% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Bradford is in climate zone 5; the Merrimack County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Bradford. We confirm with the Bradford town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Bradford homes
- Siding replacement
- Roofing
- Lead-safe renovation
- Attic air sealing and insulation
- Doors, plumbing and repairs
Pricing and travel
Crew travel and fuel to Bradford are part of every written estimate. Enter Bradford as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- HennikerMerrimack County. Median home built 1974; 26% built before 1940.
- HillsboroughHillsborough County. Median home built 1974; 22% built before 1940.
- NewburyMerrimack County. Median home built 1987; 16% built before 1940.
- SuttonMerrimack County. Median home built 1971; 29% built before 1940.
- WarnerMerrimack County. Median home built 1975; 32% built before 1940.
- WashingtonSullivan County. Median home built 1983; 15% built before 1940.
See every town in Merrimack County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Bradford?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Bradford. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.