Scope, plans, and approvals
Confirm the work and materials, along with any drawings and permits needed before construction can start.
Philadelphia renovation guide
How Long Does a Philadelphia Remodel Take?
A renovation schedule includes planning, permits, material orders, construction, and final checks. The time needed depends on the property and the work. We review those details before discussing a start date and estimated completion date.
Read the schedule in stages
What happens before and during construction
Ask which dates are confirmed and which depend on approvals, deliveries, or decisions.
Ordering and preparation
Confirm product availability, lead times, site access, and delivery arrangements. A cabinet order or custom glass measurement may depend on earlier work.
Construction and completion
Plan demolition, repairs, trade work, inspections, and finishes in the order required. Include the final walkthrough and time to complete any remaining items.
From Our Work
Work stages to include in the schedule
These jobsite examples show why installation, finishing, and final details need their own time in the plan.
What affects the date
Five questions to ask your contractor
Use these questions to understand what the schedule includes and what could change it.
What must happen before work starts?
Ask about plans, approvals, selections, deposits, material deliveries, and site access.
When will rooms and utilities be unavailable?
Discuss kitchen or bathroom downtime and planned utility interruptions, especially if the property is occupied.
What can change the schedule?
Ask how unexpected repairs, requested changes, inspections, weather, and delayed materials could affect the dates.
Who needs to decide what, and when?
Ask when you need to choose materials or approve changes so those decisions are made before the work begins.
What does completion include?
Ask whether the completion date includes cleanup, final inspections, and any remaining repairs or adjustments. Confirm when you can move in or use the renovated rooms.
Philadelphia permits
Check the review period for your application
The City publishes review periods by permit type. Those periods do not cover every step of a project: missing documents, revisions, other approvals, and permit issuance can affect the start date. Use the City’s building permit guidance and our permit planning guide when discussing timing.
Talk with Golden Brick
Have a deadline in mind?
Send the property address, proposed work, and the date you are trying to meet. Tell us whether that date is flexible and what planning has already been completed.