Remodeling and Repairs in Dover, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Dover homes, with what the Census housing figures for Dover mean for the work.
Homes in Dover
Dover is a city in Strafford County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 15,430 homes, and the median home was built in 1976. 26 percent were built before 1940, higher than the county (19 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 48 percent are single-family houses and 53 percent of households own their home.
| Share of homes | Dover | Strafford County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 26% | 19% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 29% | 33% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 24% | 25% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 21% | 23% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 48% | 59% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 17% | 14% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 32% | 19% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 2% | 8% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 53% | 67% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 1% | 3% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Some older houses. About 26 percent predate 1940, so some jobs start by removing old layers.
- Lead-safe work. 55 percent of homes were built before 1980. Atlas is an EPA certified lead renovator and follows lead-safe (RRP) practices on pre-1978 paint.
- Rental housing. 49 percent of homes are in buildings with two or more units and 47 percent of households rent. We handle rental maintenance and unit turns.
How Dover homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Dover is utility gas (42 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Dover | Strafford County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 24% | 43% | 40% |
| Propane | 8% | 16% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 42% | 21% | 21% |
| Electricity | 19% | 12% | 11% |
| Wood | 2% | 4% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Dover is in climate zone 5; the Strafford County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Dover. We confirm with the Dover city offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Dover homes
Pricing and travel
Crew travel and fuel to Dover are part of every written estimate. Enter Dover as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- BarringtonStrafford County. Median home built 1987; 6% built before 1940.
- DurhamStrafford County. Median home built 1981; 14% built before 1940.
- MadburyStrafford County. Median home built 1984; 9% built before 1940.
- NewingtonRockingham County. Median home built 1984; 22% built before 1940.
- RochesterStrafford County. Median home built 1978; 17% built before 1940.
- RollinsfordStrafford County. Median home built 1966; 33% built before 1940.
- SomersworthStrafford County. Median home built 1967; 23% built before 1940.
See every town in Strafford County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Dover?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Dover. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.