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Our Process

At Penn Contractors, we follow a structured project plan that guides you through the renovation process. Our process not only informs you about the styles, designs, materials and color choices, but also provides you the comfort of knowing that you're in control every step of the way. All decisions go through you... it's your space and it's our job to make sure it's the way you want it.
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Design & Build

Penn Contractors' Design & Build process emphasizes frequent communication with our client at every stage. This ensures customer satisfaction throughout the entire Design and Build process. We'll be there, at your side, from the beginning to the end. We'll help you choose the right wood, tile, stone, floor covering or wall paper. From countertops and cabinets to paint, molding and even hardware, we are there guiding your decision-making process to ensure that your new space exceeds your expectations.

1

Initial Site Visit (ISV)

  • Conducted in Your Home.
  • Consultation about your project needs.
  • Helpful if client has magazine clippings, notes, objectives and financial investment.
  • Recommendations, options, and discussions on financial investment.
  • Discuss Scheduling.
2

Professional Services Agreement

  • Conducted in Penn Contractors' Office.
  • Discuss initial design and budget. Develop an investment goal.
  • If investment goal and project parameters are approved, sign PSA and begin the conceptual design process.
3

Preliminary Review Meeting

  • Conducted in Penn Contractors' Office.
  • Review Conceptual Plan.
  • General material choices made.
4

Refining the Plan

  • Conducted in your home.
  • More detailed floor plans and elevations will be reviewed, accessories, etc.
  • Assignments may be given to the client (choose appliances, cabinet, etc. )
5

Working Drawings

  • Finalize conceptual plans.
  • Selection of building materials.
  • Develop allowances for fixtures, cabinetry, etc.
  • Finalize construction investment.
  • Complete specifications and product selections.
6

Signing the Contract

  • Conducted in Penn Contractors' office.
  • Final blueprints, specifications, and contract are reviewed and signed.
  • 10% deposit due at contract signing.
  • At this time client receives final plans and specifications Selections.
  • Meetings conducted at Penn Contractors' office & various area show rooms.
  • Specific choices of products, materials, colors, etc. i.e. plumbing fixtures, light fixtures, siding colors, shingle colors, cabinets and tops.
  • Review options to price and compare to allowances.
7

Pre-Construction Conference

  • Conducted in your home.
  • Penn's production coordinator, lead carpenter and sales personnel meet with you to walk through your project prior to production.
  • Any job-site challenges are discussed.
  • Housekeeping questions addressed (children, pets, security system, lock box, dust/environmental protection, donate or recycle removed items, porta-john, etc.)
  • Production Coordinator will review Schedule.
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What Our Customers Say

 

Kitchen Remodeling Frequently Asked Questions

The length of time your kitchen remodel will take depends on the extent of the project. At Penn Contractors, we focus on major kitchen remodels. A major kitchen remodel could include changing the layout, removing a wall, installing an island, and replacing all of the finishes. The former will take less time than the latter.

Timing will also depend on the age of your home if any other repairs beneath the surface need to be addressed, and how many change orders are made. To get a better idea of how long your remodel may take, contact Penn Contractors, describe your remodeling goals, and the team will help you understand an appropriate timeline.

Kitchen cabinets are estimated to take up around 30% to 40% of a typical budget. This isn’t a hard rule, of course, but a good understanding of how much of your budget will go to this one aspect. Kitchen cabinets are a large portion of your kitchen, set the style tone, and should be high quality because of their frequent use and the weight they carry. The cost of labor, kitchen appliances, and countertops follow.

The standard amount you will spend on your kitchen remodel should be around 15% to 20% of your home’s total current value. Spending more may mean you are choosing materials that are out of sync with the quality of materials in the rest of your home and you won’t get a return on investment (ROI) that’s in keeping with the area standard.

Of course, there are circumstances where spending more than 15% is warranted, such as replacing compromised subflooring, replacing the wiring in an older home, or removing load-bearing walls to create an open concept.

We’re Here to Answer Your Questions

These questions only scratch the surface for most homeowners, so we invite you to browse our portfolio and reach out with the specific concerns you may have about the remodeling process. Give us a call at 610.965.4204 or send us a New Project Request. We'll help you determine if our team is a good match for your home remodeling project and as always, we look forward to hearing from you.

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