Remodeling and Repairs in Lancaster, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Lancaster homes, with what the Census housing figures for Lancaster mean for the work.
Homes in Lancaster
Lancaster is a town in Coos County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 1,560 homes, and the median home was built in 1942. 49 percent were built before 1940, higher than the county (29 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 71 percent are single-family houses and 75 percent of households own their home.
| Share of homes | Lancaster | Coos County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 49% | 29% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 22% | 35% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 15% | 22% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 14% | 14% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 71% | 70% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 16% | 12% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 7% | 7% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 6% | 10% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 75% | 74% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 4% | 23% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Old houses. 49 percent of Lancaster 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. 71 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. 80 percent of Lancaster 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 Lancaster homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Lancaster is fuel oil or kerosene (72 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Lancaster | Coos County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 72% | 68% | 40% |
| Propane | 8% | 11% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 0% | 1% | 21% |
| Electricity | 11% | 4% | 11% |
| Wood | 7% | 10% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Lancaster is in climate zone 6; the Coos County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Lancaster. We confirm with the Lancaster town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Lancaster 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 Lancaster are part of every written estimate. Enter Lancaster as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- DaltonCoos County. Median home built 1985; 5% built before 1940.
- JeffersonCoos County. Median home built 1988; 20% built before 1940.
- NorthumberlandCoos County. Median home built 1960; 32% built before 1940.
- StarkCoos County. Median home built 1968; 28% built before 1940.
- WhitefieldCoos County. Median home built 1965; 36% built before 1940.
See every town in Coos County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Lancaster?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Lancaster. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.