Remodeling and Repairs in Gorham, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Gorham homes, with what the Census housing figures for Gorham mean for the work.
Homes in Gorham
Gorham is a town in Coos County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 1,640 homes, and the median home was built in 1971. 19 percent were built before 1940, lower than the county (29 percent) and about the same as the state (19 percent). 53 percent are single-family houses and 72 percent of households own their home.
| Share of homes | Gorham | Coos County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 19% | 29% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 56% | 35% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 18% | 22% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 7% | 14% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 53% | 70% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 13% | 12% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 11% | 7% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 20% | 10% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 72% | 74% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 8% | 23% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Some older houses. About 19 percent predate 1940, so some jobs start by removing old layers.
- Lead-safe work. 75 percent of homes were built before 1980. Atlas is an EPA certified lead renovator and follows lead-safe (RRP) practices on pre-1978 paint.
- Manufactured homes. About 20 percent of homes in Gorham are mobile or manufactured homes.
- Delivered fuel. 84 percent of Gorham 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 Gorham homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Gorham is fuel oil or kerosene (76 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Gorham | Coos County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 76% | 68% | 40% |
| Propane | 8% | 11% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 2% | 1% | 21% |
| Electricity | 2% | 4% | 11% |
| Wood | 7% | 10% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Gorham is in climate zone 6; the Coos County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Gorham. We confirm with the Gorham town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Gorham homes
- Siding replacement
- Roofing
- Lead-safe renovation
- Attic air sealing and insulation
- Doors, plumbing and repairs
Pricing and travel
Crew travel and fuel to Gorham are part of every written estimate. Enter Gorham as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- BerlinCoos County. Median home built 1938; 50% built before 1940.
- RandolphCoos County. Median home built 1963; 35% built before 1940.
We also serve Shelburne, which share a border with Gorham but do not have a local page.
See every town in Coos County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Gorham?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Gorham. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.