Remodeling and Repairs in Bristol, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Bristol homes, with what the Census housing figures for Bristol mean for the work.
Homes in Bristol
Bristol is a town in Grafton County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 2,400 homes, and the median home was built in 1977. 17 percent were built before 1940, about the same as the county (20 percent) and about the same as the state (19 percent). 65 percent are single-family houses and 70 percent of households own their home. 43 percent of homes are seasonal or occasional-use homes.
| Share of homes | Bristol | Grafton County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 17% | 20% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 36% | 28% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 22% | 31% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 25% | 21% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 65% | 68% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 13% | 9% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 9% | 16% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 13% | 7% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 70% | 71% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 43% | 24% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Some older houses. About 17 percent predate 1940, so some jobs start by removing old layers.
- Lead-safe work. 53 percent of homes were built before 1980. Atlas is an EPA certified lead renovator and follows lead-safe (RRP) practices on pre-1978 paint.
- Newer homes. 25 percent were built in 2000 or later. Here the work is mostly first remodels.
- Seasonal homes. 43 percent of Bristol 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. 74 percent of Bristol households heat mainly with oil or propane, so heat kept in by an air-sealed attic is fuel you do not have to buy.
How Bristol homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Bristol is fuel oil or kerosene (45 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Bristol | Grafton County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 45% | 43% | 40% |
| Propane | 29% | 28% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 3% | 4% | 21% |
| Electricity | 11% | 11% | 11% |
| Wood | 7% | 11% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Bristol is in climate zone 6; the Grafton County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Bristol. We confirm with the Bristol town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Bristol homes
- Siding replacement
- Roofing
- Lead-safe renovation
- Bathroom remodeling
- Flooring
- Decks
- Attic air sealing and insulation
- Doors, plumbing and repairs
Pricing and travel
Crew travel and fuel to Bristol are part of every written estimate. Enter Bristol as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- AlexandriaGrafton County. Median home built 1985; 11% built before 1940.
- BridgewaterGrafton County. Median home built 1979; 14% built before 1940.
- HebronGrafton County. Median home built 1977; 24% built before 1940.
- HillMerrimack County. Median home built 1978; 23% built before 1940.
- New HamptonBelknap County. Median home built 1989; 9% built before 1940.
See every town in Grafton County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Bristol?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Bristol. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.