Remodeling and Repairs in Peterborough, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Peterborough homes, with what the Census housing figures for Peterborough mean for the work.
Homes in Peterborough
Peterborough is a town in Hillsborough County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 3,480 homes, and the median home was built in 1970. 30 percent were built before 1940, higher than the county (18 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 67 percent are single-family houses and 56 percent of households own their home.
| Share of homes | Peterborough | Hillsborough County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 30% | 18% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 35% | 35% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 16% | 30% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 19% | 17% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 67% | 63% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 12% | 14% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 21% | 21% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 0% | 2% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 56% | 68% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 4% | 1% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Old houses. 30 percent of Peterborough 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. 65 percent of homes were built before 1980. Atlas is an EPA certified lead renovator and follows lead-safe (RRP) practices on pre-1978 paint.
- Rental housing. 33 percent of homes are in buildings with two or more units and 44 percent of households rent. We handle rental maintenance and unit turns.
- Delivered fuel. 71 percent of Peterborough 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 Peterborough homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Peterborough is fuel oil or kerosene (49 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Peterborough | Hillsborough County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 49% | 29% | 40% |
| Propane | 22% | 15% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 6% | 38% | 21% |
| Electricity | 11% | 12% | 11% |
| Wood | 6% | 3% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Peterborough is in climate zone 5; the Hillsborough County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Peterborough. We confirm with the Peterborough town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Peterborough homes
- Siding replacement
- Roofing
- Building science assessments
- Lead-safe renovation
- Rental property maintenance
- Attic air sealing and insulation
- Doors, plumbing and repairs
Pricing and travel
Crew travel and fuel to Peterborough are part of every written estimate. Enter Peterborough as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- DublinCheshire County. Median home built 1968; 28% built before 1940.
- GreenfieldHillsborough County. Median home built 1981; 20% built before 1940.
- HancockHillsborough County. Median home built 1969; 31% built before 1940.
- HarrisvilleCheshire County. Median home built 1965; 33% built before 1940.
- JaffreyCheshire County. Median home built 1973; 33% built before 1940.
- TempleHillsborough County. Median home built 1982; 24% built before 1940.
We also serve Sharon, which share a border with Peterborough but do not have a local page.
See every town in Hillsborough County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Peterborough?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Peterborough. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.