Hiring a Contractor – Fedor Fabrication

12 Red Flags When Hiring a Remodeling Contractor in Southeastern PA (And What to Do If You Spot One)

June 11, 2026May 27, 2026

Chester Springs hall bathroom vanity with stained frameless Shaker cabinet, sandstone Corian counter, and oversized silver-leaf framed mirror

Last updated: May 2026 · Alex Smearman, Fedor Fabrication Key Takeaways Pennsylvania registers home improvement contractors; it doesn’t license them. Anyone doing more than $5,000 of home improvement per year must hold a PA HIC registration. Verify at the PA Attorney General’s HIC search. Fedor: PA HIC #PA202519. HICPA caps deposits at one-third of the … Read more

What’s Included in a Remodeling Estimate (And What’s Not)

June 11, 2026May 17, 2026

West Chester walnut kitchen detail showing 3D pyramid-cut marble mosaic backsplash and stained recessed-panel cabinets framing the range

Last updated: May 2026 · Alex Smearman, Fedor Fabrication Key Takeaways A complete estimate itemizes 12 categories: demolition, cabinetry, countertops, tile/flooring, plumbing (rough-in + finish), electrical (rough-in + finish), drywall/paint, fixtures, appliances, permits, design, PM, and a payment schedule. Two bids for the same kitchen rarely differ by $15,000+ because one contractor is cheaper — … Read more

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