Remodeling and Repairs in Orford, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Orford homes, with what the Census housing figures for Orford mean for the work.
Homes in Orford
Orford is a town in Grafton County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 680 homes, and the median home was built in 1971. 30 percent were built before 1940, higher than the county (20 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 75 percent are single-family houses and 76 percent of households own their home.
| Share of homes | Orford | Grafton County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 30% | 20% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 31% | 28% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 28% | 31% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 11% | 21% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 75% | 68% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 10% | 9% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 5% | 16% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 10% | 7% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 76% | 71% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 5% | 24% | 10% |
For a town of this size the Census home count carries a margin of error of about 13 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 Orford 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. 61 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. 70 percent of Orford 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. 14 percent heat mainly with wood. Around chimneys we keep roofing, siding and insulation work to the required clearances.
How Orford homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Orford is propane (35 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Orford | Grafton County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 35% | 43% | 40% |
| Propane | 35% | 28% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 0% | 4% | 21% |
| Electricity | 13% | 11% | 11% |
| Wood | 14% | 11% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Orford is in climate zone 6; the Grafton County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Orford. We confirm with the Orford town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Orford 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 Orford are part of every written estimate. Enter Orford as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- LymeGrafton County. Median home built 1977; 32% built before 1940.
- PiermontGrafton County. Median home built 1975; 28% built before 1940.
- WentworthGrafton County. Median home built 1984; 29% built before 1940.
See every town in Grafton County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Orford?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Orford. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.