Remodeling and Repairs in Effingham, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Effingham homes, with what the Census housing figures for Effingham mean for the work.
Homes in Effingham
Effingham is a town in Carroll County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 940 homes, and the median home was built in 1982. 15 percent were built before 1940, about the same as the county (15 percent) and lower than the state (19 percent). 82 percent are single-family houses and 90 percent of households own their home. 33 percent of homes are seasonal or occasional-use homes.
| Share of homes | Effingham | Carroll County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 15% | 15% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 31% | 31% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 29% | 34% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 25% | 20% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 82% | 81% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 2% | 6% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 3% | 7% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 13% | 6% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 90% | 83% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 33% | 42% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Some older houses. About 15 percent predate 1940, so some jobs start by removing old layers.
- Newer homes. 25 percent were built in 2000 or later. Here the work is mostly first remodels.
- Seasonal homes. 33 percent of Effingham 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. 71 percent of Effingham 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. 21 percent heat mainly with wood. Around chimneys we keep roofing, siding and insulation work to the required clearances.
How Effingham homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Effingham is fuel oil or kerosene (49 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Effingham | Carroll County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 49% | 42% | 40% |
| Propane | 22% | 29% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 1% | 2% | 21% |
| Electricity | 5% | 10% | 11% |
| Wood | 21% | 14% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Effingham is in climate zone 6; the Carroll County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Effingham. We confirm with the Effingham town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Effingham homes
- Siding replacement
- Roofing
- Bathroom remodeling
- Flooring
- Decks
- Attic air sealing and insulation
- Doors, plumbing and repairs
Pricing and travel
Crew travel and fuel to Effingham are part of every written estimate. Enter Effingham as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- FreedomCarroll County. Median home built 1983; 17% built before 1940.
- OssipeeCarroll County. Median home built 1979; 16% built before 1940.
- WakefieldCarroll County. Median home built 1980; 12% built before 1940.
See every town in Carroll County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Effingham?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Effingham. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.