Remodeling and Repairs in Gilsum, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Gilsum homes, with what the Census housing figures for Gilsum mean for the work.
Homes in Gilsum
Gilsum is a town in Cheshire County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 310 homes, and the median home was built in 1972. 30 percent were built before 1940, about the same as the county (27 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 85 percent are single-family houses and 94 percent of households own their home. 11 percent of homes are seasonal or occasional-use homes.
| Share of homes | Gilsum | Cheshire County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 30% | 27% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 28% | 34% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 29% | 23% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 13% | 16% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 85% | 72% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 8% | 10% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 0% | 12% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 7% | 6% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 94% | 73% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 11% | 9% | 10% |
For a town of this size the Census home count carries a margin of error of about 17 percent, so treat the shares as approximate. County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Old houses. 30 percent of Gilsum homes were built before 1940. Expect old layers of siding and roofing and plank roof decks; we strip to the sheathing or deck and repair it first.
- Lead-safe work. 58 percent of homes were built before 1980. Atlas is an EPA certified lead renovator and follows lead-safe (RRP) practices on pre-1978 paint.
- Delivered fuel. 79 percent of Gilsum 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. 15 percent heat mainly with wood. Around chimneys we keep roofing, siding and insulation work to the required clearances.
How Gilsum homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Gilsum is fuel oil or kerosene (60 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Gilsum | Cheshire County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 60% | 57% | 40% |
| Propane | 19% | 14% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 0% | 4% | 21% |
| Electricity | 2% | 10% | 11% |
| Wood | 15% | 11% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Gilsum is in climate zone 5; the Cheshire County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Gilsum. We confirm with the Gilsum town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Gilsum homes
- Siding replacement
- Roofing
- Building science assessments
- Lead-safe renovation
- Attic air sealing and insulation
- Doors, plumbing and repairs
Pricing and travel
Crew travel and fuel to Gilsum are part of every written estimate. Enter Gilsum as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- AlsteadCheshire County. Median home built 1973; 14% built before 1940.
- KeeneCheshire County. Median home built 1961; 34% built before 1940.
- MarlowCheshire County. Median home built 1981; 20% built before 1940.
- StoddardCheshire County. Median home built 1978; 11% built before 1940.
- SurryCheshire County. Median home built 1977; 18% built before 1940.
We also serve Sullivan, which share a border with Gilsum but do not have a local page.
See every town in Cheshire County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Gilsum?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Gilsum. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.