Cedar Park · Spruce Hill · Walnut Hill · Cobbs Creek

General Contractor in West Philadelphia

West Philadelphia mixes large Victorian twins and singles with classic brick rowhomes. MatrixGC renovates both: restoring the character of older homes while bringing kitchens, baths, wiring and plumbing up to date, including our Baltimore Ave renovation.

  • Philadelphia contractor license #43984
  • Restoration & renovation
  • Permits & Historical Commission help
  • 203(k) & HomeStyle projects
Baltimore Ave renovation in West Philadelphia by MatrixGC

West Philly homes we work on

  • Victorian twins and singles with plaster walls, original trim and large staircases
  • Porch-front rowhomes in Cobbs Creek, Walnut Hill and Haddington
  • Multi-unit conversions and owner-occupied duplexes
  • Fixer-uppers bought with 203(k) or HomeStyle loans

Renovate without losing character

  • Restoration of masonry, plaster, millwork and porches
  • Kitchens and baths designed to fit older layouts
  • Systems: new electrical service, plumbing and HVAC behind restored finishes
  • Historic districts: some West Philly blocks are on the Philadelphia Register, where exterior work needs Historical Commission review. We help with the application.

West Philadelphia work

See the Baltimore Ave project or our full project gallery.

Kitchen in the Baltimore Ave renovation, West PhiladelphiaBefore and after exterior restoration of a Victorian homeRenovated living room with restored fireplace wallNew bathroom in a renovated Philadelphia home

Renovating in West Philly?

Free walkthrough and a written, itemized estimate.

Call (215) 501-7566

West Philadelphia FAQs

Do you renovate Victorian homes in West Philadelphia?

Yes. We restore original details like masonry, plaster and trim while updating kitchens, baths, electrical, plumbing and HVAC.

Is my West Philly home in a historic district?

Some blocks are on the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places, where exterior changes need Philadelphia Historical Commission review. We can check your address and help with the application.

Do you work with 203(k) loans in West Philadelphia?

Yes. Many West Philly fixer-uppers are bought with FHA 203(k) or HomeStyle loans. We write lender-ready bids and manage the draws.

Which neighborhoods do you serve?

All of West Philadelphia, including Cedar Park, Spruce Hill, Walnut Hill, Cobbs Creek, Haddington, Overbrook and Wynnefield.

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