Remodeling and Repairs in Nelson, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Nelson homes, with what the Census housing figures for Nelson mean for the work.
Homes in Nelson
Nelson is a town in Cheshire County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 380 homes, and the median home was built in 1975. 34 percent were built before 1940, higher than the county (27 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 94 percent are single-family houses and 90 percent of households own their home. 27 percent of homes are seasonal or occasional-use homes.
| Share of homes | Nelson | Cheshire County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 34% | 27% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 20% | 34% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 27% | 23% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 19% | 16% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 94% | 72% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 3% | 10% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 0% | 12% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 3% | 6% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 90% | 73% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 27% | 9% | 10% |
For a town of this size the Census home count carries a margin of error of about 15 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. 34 percent of Nelson 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. 54 percent of homes were built before 1980. Atlas is an EPA certified lead renovator and follows lead-safe (RRP) practices on pre-1978 paint.
- Seasonal homes. 27 percent of Nelson 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. 65 percent of Nelson 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. 30 percent heat mainly with wood. Around chimneys we keep roofing, siding and insulation work to the required clearances.
How Nelson homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Nelson is fuel oil or kerosene (43 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Nelson | Cheshire County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 43% | 57% | 40% |
| Propane | 22% | 14% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 0% | 4% | 21% |
| Electricity | 1% | 10% | 11% |
| Wood | 30% | 11% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Nelson is in climate zone 5; the Cheshire County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Nelson. We confirm with the Nelson town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Nelson 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 Nelson are part of every written estimate. Enter Nelson as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- AntrimHillsborough County. Median home built 1974; 34% built before 1940.
- HancockHillsborough County. Median home built 1969; 31% built before 1940.
- HarrisvilleCheshire County. Median home built 1965; 33% built before 1940.
- StoddardCheshire County. Median home built 1978; 11% built before 1940.
We also serve Roxbury, Sullivan, which share a border with Nelson 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 Nelson?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Nelson. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.