Remodeling and Repairs in Swanzey, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Swanzey homes, with what the Census housing figures for Swanzey mean for the work.
Homes in Swanzey
Swanzey is a town in Cheshire County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 3,330 homes, and the median home was built in 1978. 20 percent were built before 1940, lower than the county (27 percent) and about the same as the state (19 percent). 73 percent are single-family houses and 72 percent of households own their home.
| Share of homes | Swanzey | Cheshire County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 20% | 27% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 33% | 34% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 25% | 23% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 22% | 16% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 73% | 72% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 6% | 10% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 13% | 12% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 8% | 6% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 72% | 73% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 3% | 9% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Some older houses. About 20 percent predate 1940, so some jobs start by removing old layers.
- Lead-safe work. 53 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. 75 percent of Swanzey 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. 10 percent heat mainly with wood. Around chimneys we keep roofing, siding and insulation work to the required clearances.
How Swanzey homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Swanzey is fuel oil or kerosene (58 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Swanzey | Cheshire County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 58% | 57% | 40% |
| Propane | 17% | 14% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 4% | 4% | 21% |
| Electricity | 9% | 10% | 11% |
| Wood | 10% | 11% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Swanzey is in climate zone 5; the Cheshire County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Swanzey. We confirm with the Swanzey town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Swanzey homes
- Siding replacement
- Roofing
- Lead-safe renovation
- Attic air sealing and insulation
- Doors, plumbing and repairs
Pricing and travel
Crew travel and fuel to Swanzey are part of every written estimate. Enter Swanzey as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- ChesterfieldCheshire County. Median home built 1981; 19% built before 1940.
- KeeneCheshire County. Median home built 1961; 34% built before 1940.
- MarlboroughCheshire County. Median home built 1976; 32% built before 1940.
- RichmondCheshire County. Median home built 1985; 22% built before 1940.
- TroyCheshire County. Median home built 1971; 37% built before 1940.
- WinchesterCheshire County. Median home built 1977; 28% built before 1940.
See every town in Cheshire County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Swanzey?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Swanzey. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.