Remodeling and Repairs in Whitefield, NH
Remodeling, repairs, roofing and siding for Whitefield homes, with what the Census housing figures for Whitefield mean for the work.
Homes in Whitefield
Whitefield is a town in Coos County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024 estimates), it has about 1,600 homes, and the median home was built in 1965. 36 percent were built before 1940, higher than the county (29 percent) and higher than the state (19 percent). 62 percent are single-family houses and 63 percent of households own their home. 13 percent of homes are seasonal or occasional-use homes.
| Share of homes | Whitefield | Coos County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built before 1940 | 36% | 29% | 19% |
| Built 1940 to 1979 | 32% | 35% | 32% |
| Built 1980 to 1999 | 17% | 22% | 29% |
| Built 2000 or later | 15% | 14% | 20% |
| Single-family houses | 62% | 70% | 69% |
| Two to four units | 8% | 12% | 11% |
| Five or more units | 13% | 7% | 15% |
| Mobile homes | 16% | 10% | 5% |
| Owner-occupied | 63% | 74% | 73% |
| Seasonal or occasional use | 13% | 23% | 10% |
County and state columns are weighted from the town estimates.
What the housing means for the work
- Old houses. 36 percent of Whitefield 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. 68 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. 21 percent of homes are in buildings with two or more units and 37 percent of households rent. We handle rental maintenance and unit turns.
- Manufactured homes. About 16 percent of homes in Whitefield are mobile or manufactured homes.
- Delivered fuel. 78 percent of Whitefield 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 Whitefield homes are heated
The most common main heating fuel in Whitefield is fuel oil or kerosene (65 percent of households).
| Main heating fuel | Whitefield | Coos County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel oil or kerosene | 65% | 68% | 40% |
| Propane | 13% | 11% | 19% |
| Utility gas | 4% | 1% | 21% |
| Electricity | 2% | 4% | 11% |
| Wood | 9% | 10% | 6% |
Climate zone and permits
Whitefield is in climate zone 6; the Coos County page lists what the energy code calls for there.
The state building code applies in Whitefield. We confirm with the Whitefield town offices whether a job needs a permit, and any permit fee is listed separately on the estimate.
Services for Whitefield 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 Whitefield are part of every written estimate. Enter Whitefield as your town in the Instant Ballpark and it will tell you whether the range already includes them.
Neighboring towns
- BethlehemGrafton County. Median home built 1973; 29% built before 1940.
- CarrollCoos County. Median home built 1984; 14% built before 1940.
- DaltonCoos County. Median home built 1985; 5% built before 1940.
- JeffersonCoos County. Median home built 1988; 20% built before 1940.
- LancasterCoos County. Median home built 1942; 49% built before 1940.
See every town in Coos County, or the statewide service areas page.
Common questions
Do you work in Whitefield?
Yes. Atlas serves every town and city in New Hampshire, including Whitefield. Call or text (603) 688-6096 or use the form on this page.