HOME REMODELING
In Philadelphia, PA
Renovating Philadelphia homes while preserving the character that makes them special.
Renovating an older home requires a different approach than simply replacing everything with something new. Original woodwork, masonry, trim, doors, windows, floors, staircases, and architectural details can give a home its character and history. The challenge is knowing what should be preserved, what can be restored, and what needs to be replaced.
Myers Constructs provides renovation and restoration services for Philadelphia homes, combining architectural sensitivity with the construction expertise needed to repair, preserve, and improve older properties.
What Home Renovation Includes
Renovation is about improving an existing home while preserving the elements that give it character. The goal isn’t to make an older home look new. It’s to make it work better, perform better, and remain true to what it was designed to be.
Myers Constructs works with existing conditions, restores what can be preserved, and carefully integrates new construction so improvements feel like a natural part of the home.
Preserving Philadelphia’s Architectural Character
Philadelphia has an extraordinary collection of older homes, from historic rowhouses to traditional single-family homes with decades of architectural history.
Renovating these homes requires attention to original details that can easily be lost during a conventional renovation, including woodwork, masonry, hardwood floors, staircases, plaster, built-ins, windows, doors, and exterior architectural features.
When an original element can be repaired or restored, replacement isn’t always the best answer.
Restore What Matters. Improve What Doesn’t.
Preservation doesn’t mean a home has to remain frozen in time.
Older homes often need modern improvements to make them more comfortable and practical. Electrical and plumbing systems may need upgrades, while insulation, HVAC, kitchens, and bathrooms may need to be reworked for modern living.
The challenge is making those improvements without unnecessarily sacrificing the home’s original character.
Myers Constructs evaluates each renovation by asking:
- What should be preserved?
- What needs to be repaired?
- What should be upgraded?
- What can be changed without compromising the home’s character?
That balance is at the heart of good renovation work.
Renovating Older Homes Takes More Than New Materials
Older homes rarely behave like new construction. Walls may not be square, floors may not be level, original materials may be difficult to match, and previous renovations may have altered the structure or concealed problems behind the walls.
What looks like a simple repair can uncover decades of changes and unexpected conditions.
Successful renovation requires working with those realities rather than forcing an older home to conform to modern construction assumptions.
Our renovation work can include:
- Historic and character-preserving renovations
- Original trim, millwork, and woodwork restoration
- Masonry repair and restoration
- Historic flooring restoration or replacement
- Doors, windows, and architectural openings
- Staircase restoration
- Plaster repair and wall restoration
- Roofing and exterior repairs
- Kitchen and bathroom renovations
- Electrical and plumbing upgrades
- HVAC and mechanical improvements
- Insulation and energy-efficiency improvements
- Structural repairs
- Interior and exterior painting
- Integration of modern systems into older homes
Are You a Good Candidate for Home Renovation?
If your home has multiple rooms that are in need of remodeling, you may be a good candidate for whole home renovation. Perhaps you want to convert a closed floor plan to a more open floor plan for your great room or living area. Maybe your home could use some fresh style and decor that will make it more appealing to you and your guests. Whatever your goals are for your home, the right renovation project can help you achieve them.
A home renovation is a great choice if you want to make your space more comfortable, modern, and functional. Whether you’re staying for years or getting ready to sell, the right updates can make a big difference. With help from a trusted home renovation contractor, you can bring your vision to life and fall in love with your home all over again.
Why Choose Myers Constructs?
As an award winning general contractor with over 25 years of experience in home renovations, we are prepared to take on any project. Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and thoughtful design solutions tailored to each client’s needs. From initial planning to final walk-through, we guide you every step of the way to ensure your renovation is smooth, on time, and built to last.
FAQs About Home Renovations
Building a new home almost always costs more than a renovation of your current home. By staying in your existing home and making improvements you avoid the expense involved in the purchase of a new home as well as the cost of moving. Renovating also allows you to preserve your location, neighborhood, and any sentimental value your current home holds. In many cases, smart renovations can give you the same benefits of a new home without the added expense.
The time frame for a home renovation varies based on the extent of the renovation, such as how many rooms and what kinds of changes and repairs are being made. A full home renovation could take anywhere from 6 months to a year or more. Smaller renovations may be completed in just a few weeks. Working with an experienced contractor helps ensure realistic timelines and fewer delays.
The top rooms to renovate if you want to increase your home’s value are the kitchen and bathrooms. These rooms may cost the most to remodel, but they provide the highest return on investment. Buyers pay close attention to these areas, making them key selling points. Updated kitchens and bathrooms can significantly boost your home’s market appeal and asking price.
It is usually in the best interest of the homeowners to vacate the home while renovations are being carried out. This way you can avoid the noise and mess that accompanies remodeling projects and return to enjoy the final product. However, for smaller projects or phased renovations, staying in your home may still be possible. We’ll work with you to create a plan that minimizes disruption to your daily life.
Some interior walls can be easily removed and others are load bearing, making them more difficult to be removed. We create solutions that can give you the layout you want without compromising the structural integrity of your home. Our team assesses your home’s framework and provides safe, creative options to achieve an open-concept design. Structural reinforcements or beams may be used to maintain support while opening the space.
Get Started Today
Get Started Today
Call 215-438-6696 or contact us today to learn more and schedule a consultation.
