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Chester · Delaware · Montgomery County Remodeling

Your Dream.
Our Build.

Owner-operated remodeling since 2009. Honest communication, expert craftsmanship, and results that stand the test of time — satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.

17+
Years in business
3
PA counties served
HIC #PA035955
PA licensed & insured
100%
Satisfaction guarantee

Why Harlan

We are an honest, hard-working, owner-operated company that provides quality service at a reasonable price. We take the headache out of home improvement by taking over the job and offering advice to create what you’ve envisioned — and we bring in the licensed electricians and plumbers we work with routinely, so every part of your project is covered.

Founder Bruce Harlan began in the field with a hands-on approach and a simple goal: treat every client with honesty, respect, and a commitment to doing the job right.

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Renovated staircase with custom wainscoting and refinished hardwoods by Harlan Custom Contracting

What We Do

Interior and exterior remodeling for homes across the Main Line and greater Philadelphia suburbs.

Custom built-in bar and coffee station with navy cabinetry and wine storage by Harlan Custom Contracting

Kitchen Remodeling

A kitchen remodel touches everything — layout, lighting, cabinetry, flooring, and the small transitions most people only notice when they're done wrong. We plan the whole picture first, then build it with the same crew you met on day one.

Luxury primary bathroom remodel with marble tile walk-in shower and chandelier by Harlan Custom Contracting

Bathroom Remodeling

Bathrooms punish shortcuts. Waterproofing, slopes, ventilation, and tile prep all live behind the finishes — which is why we build them right before we make them beautiful.

Finished basement with custom bar, quartz counters, wood ceiling detail and pendant lighting by Harlan Custom Contracting

Basement Finishing

A finished basement is the cheapest square footage you'll ever add — the structure already exists. The craft is in moisture control, ceiling heights, egress, and making the stair transition feel like part of the house instead of an afterthought.

New pressure-treated wood deck with custom railings built by Harlan Custom Contracting

Decks & Outdoor Living

A deck lives outside in Pennsylvania weather year-round, so structure comes first: footings, ledger connections, flashing, and drainage matter as much as the boards you walk on.

Renovated staircase with custom wainscoting, newel posts, and refinished hardwood by Harlan Custom Contracting

Home Additions

The hardest part of an addition isn't building new space — it's making the new space feel like it was always there. Rooflines, siding transitions, floor heights, and trim profiles have to match, inside and out.

Home re-clad with new gray siding after stucco removal by Harlan Custom Contracting

Stucco Remediation

Chester County and the Main Line have a well-known problem: stucco applied in the 1990s and 2000s that traps water against the sheathing. Left alone, it rots framing from the outside in — and it never gets cheaper to fix.

Two-story addition with new white board-and-batten siding and stone veneer base by Harlan Custom Contracting

Siding

Siding is your home's rain jacket — it only works if what's underneath is right. We install and replace siding with correct house wrap, flashing, and trim details, so it looks sharp and stays dry for decades.

New craftsman-style home with gray siding, stone accents, and covered porch built by Harlan Custom Contracting

New Home Builds

Building new is the one time you get to make every decision from the footings up. We build custom homes the same way we remodel: owner on the job, honest schedule, and craftsmanship in the details most builders rush past.

Refinished hardwood floors and renovated staircase with custom wainscoting by Harlan Custom Contracting

Hardwood Flooring

Few upgrades change a home like hardwood — and few things hurt like a bad floor job. We install new hardwood and refinish original floors to furniture-grade results, including lacing new boards into old so repairs disappear.

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How It Works

01

Free Consultation

Call or send the form. We walk the project with you, listen to what you're picturing, and give honest advice from day one.

02

Honest Scope & Quote

You get a clear, itemized quote at a reasonable price — plus a realistic timeline that accounts for permits and materials.

03

We Build It Right

An owner-operated crew on your job, clean job sites, daily communication, and licensed trade partners where needed.

04

Walkthrough & Guarantee

We don't leave until you're happy. Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back — and we stand behind our work after we leave.

Recent Work

Every photo below is a real Harlan project — no stock photography, ever.

Renovated staircase with custom wainscoting, black railings, and refinished hardwood floors
Staircase & Custom Molding
Custom navy built-in bar and coffee station with wine racks and beverage centers
Custom Built-Ins
Finished basement bar with quartz counters, wood ceiling detail, and pendant lighting
Basement Bar & Finish
Luxury primary bathroom with marble walk-in shower and chandelier
Primary Bath Remodel
Custom wood wine cellar with lattice racking, counters, and beverage refrigerator
Custom Wine Cellar
New pressure-treated wood deck with custom railings on a gray-sided home
New Deck Build
Home bar with exposed brick backsplash, floating wood shelves, and beverage centers
Home Bar & Brick Feature
Craftsman-style home exterior with gray siding, stone accents, and covered front porch
Exterior & Curb Appeal

In the Field

Real footage from real Harlan job sites — the craft, up close.

Masonry & Foundation WorkBlock work done clean — structure first, always.
Custom Tile & BathSetting mosaic tile over a properly waterproofed shower pan.
On the JobLicensed & insured, free estimates — you'll know us when we pull up.

What Our Clients Say

“Bruce and his team recently did a renovation of our kitchen and our staircase. The job was complex — removed a wall and added a wall of windows, created custom molding in the stairway and kitchen, installed cabinets and hardware beautifully and oversaw the refinishing of the entire first floor's hardwoods. This was a 12 week process. Bruce and his team were on time, dependable, friendly and professional and did AMAZING work. Highly recommend.”
Mary Beth DelaneyKitchen & staircase renovation
“Bruce and his team helped us through a significant renovation of our home. They gutted our kitchen, removed our mud room and built us a new one, re-did our floors, staircase, and so much more. We lived in our home during the renovation, with 2 young children, and the team was meticulously clean, responsive, and professional. We couldn't be happier and will be turning to Bruce for all of our needs in the future.”
Mike B.Whole-home renovation
“Bruce Harlan is the primary contractor chosen by my interior designer to remodel my master bathroom and kitchen. He worked well with her and, along with his team, produced results that I enjoy living in all day long. One noteworthy part of my job was a kitchen accent wall with an intricate tile pattern that presented a unique challenge. Bruce was meticulous in his approach, and he accurately reproduced my designer's vision. I sincerely recommend the work done by Harlan Custom Contracting.”
Kathleen SpicciatiPrimary bath & kitchen remodel
“Bruce did a tremendous job contributing to my basement finish. In only three days, his 2-man team framed out, hung drywall, spackled, installed 3 doors, flooring, and trim. You can tell Bruce has been doing this for a long time — he's knowledgeable and takes pride in doing the little things the right way. He was laser-focused and extremely quick to adapt to challenges. Seemed he had a solution to everything.”
Cody McNultyBasement finishing
“So who do you call when you decide to cut two giant holes in your house and build an elevator shaft? No one other than Bruce. Bruce helped me remodel my home from the basement, laundry room, hardwood floors in the guest room, bathroom, ramp hidden in our garage. Clearly the most challenging was the elevator. Bruce's precision and quality was critical to make my home accessible for my parents without sacrificing style. My kitchen is next and yes I'll be calling Bruce.”
Joanne SolomonAccessibility remodel & home elevator
“His reputation for being the best of the best in this area speaks for itself. His work was above and beyond and his crew always took care of my home like it was theirs. There will always be a cheaper option, but do you really feel like having to call someone after the fact when that person doesn't do the best job in the first place? Me neither.”
Jake WhiteGarage insulation & drywall

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