Remodeling and Repairs in Stratford, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Stratford homes, with what the Census housing figures for Stratford mean for the work.
Homes in Stratford
Stratford is a town in Coos County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 550 homes, and the median home was built in 1972. 33 percent were built before 1940, higher than the county (29 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 77 percent are single-family houses and 84 percent of households own their home. 25 percent of homes are seasonal or occasional-use homes.
| Share of homes | Stratford | Coos County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 33% | 29% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 30% | 35% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 22% | 22% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 15% | 14% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 77% | 70% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 4% | 12% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 3% | 7% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 16% | 10% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 84% | 74% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 25% | 23% | 10% |
For a town of this size the Census home count carries a margin of error of about 20 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. 33 percent of Stratford 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. 63 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 16 percent of homes in Stratford are mobile or manufactured homes.
- Seasonal homes. 25 percent of Stratford 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. 68 percent of Stratford 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. 25 percent heat mainly with wood. Around chimneys we keep roofing, siding and insulation work to the required clearances.
How Stratford homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Stratford is fuel oil or kerosene (60 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Stratford | Coos County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 60% | 68% | 40% |
| Propane | 8% | 11% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 2% | 1% | 21% |
| Electricity | 1% | 4% | 11% |
| Wood | 25% | 10% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Stratford is in climate zone 6; the Coos County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Stratford. We confirm with the Stratford town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Stratford 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 Stratford are part of every written estimate. Enter Stratford as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- ColumbiaCoos County. Median home built 1983; 14% built before 1940.
- NorthumberlandCoos County. Median home built 1960; 32% built before 1940.
- StarkCoos County. Median home built 1968; 28% built before 1940.
See every town in Coos County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Stratford?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Stratford. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.