Remodeling is one of the biggest investments you will make in your home, and the contractor you choose shapes the whole experience. As a home remodeling contractor in Philadelphia since around 2005, with roots in New York renovation work going back to 1986, Home Exchange plans and builds projects that look right, work well and finish when we said they would.
We started out doing complete residential and commercial building renovations. That experience taught us that a successful remodel depends less on the demolition and more on the plan behind it.
Every good remodel starts with a plan
Before anyone picks up a hammer, we sit down with you to work out what you want and how to get there.
Our in-house drafting service uses professional design software to produce detailed plans and photo-realistic renderings of your new kitchen, bathroom or living space. You can see your ideas on screen, compare finishes and change the layout before work begins. That saves time and material costs, and it means fewer decisions made in a rush halfway through.
The plans also include specifications, material and equipment schedules prepared with local codes in mind, which helps the permit process go smoothly.
Home remodeling services we offer
Kitchen remodeling
From new cabinets and countertops to a complete layout change, we handle every part of a kitchen remodel, including tile, plumbing, lighting and appliances. We install solid wood cabinets, not fiberboard.
Bathroom remodeling
Whether you want to update an existing bathroom, create a master suite or add a guest bath, our bathroom remodeling work covers everything from layout to fixtures. Ceramic and stone tile, on floors and walls, is something we especially enjoy.
Basement finishing
An unfinished basement is often the easiest way to add living space. We frame, insulate, drywall and floor it to create a family room, office or gym. See our basement finishing page for details.
Whole-house and multi-room renovations
Bought an older home, or updating several rooms at once? We coordinate the flooring, walls, ceilings, trim and paint so the whole house comes together as one project instead of a string of separate jobs. Our flooring and carpentry crews work as part of the same team.
Popular remodeling ideas
- Opening up a closed-off kitchen to the dining or living room
- Separating the shower from the tub in a main bathroom
- Adding a guest bathroom for privacy and convenience
- Turning a basement into a media room or home office
- Updating floors, trim and lighting throughout the house
Our remodeling process
- Consultation and estimate. We visit your home, listen to your goals and give you an honest, accurate estimate.
- Design. We create plans and renderings and refine them with you.
- Selections and scheduling. You choose materials, and we set a timeline and order everything in the right sequence.
- Construction. Our crew knows the scope and every detail you chose. We keep the site tidy and keep you informed.
- Final walk-through. We go over the finished work together to make sure it meets our Done Right Promise.
What affects the cost of a remodel
- Size and number of rooms involved
- Structural or layout changes, such as moving walls or plumbing
- Material and fixture choices
- Age and condition of the home, as older homes may need updates behind the walls
- Permits and inspections required by your municipality
Why choose us as your home remodeling contractor in Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s housing stock is full of character, and full of surprises. Century-old rowhomes in Fishtown and Kensington, twins in Mayfair and houses across the suburbs and South Jersey each come with their own quirks. We have worked on all of them.
We are a family-run company led by CEO Ramiz Duka, who brings more than 30 years in construction. We are listed on Angi as screened and approved, Top Rated and Elite Service. We arrive with the tools and materials we need, respect your schedule and communicate throughout. Browse our completed projects or request a quote to start planning your remodel.
