Updated: Jul 16, 2026
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1325 E Cardeza Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19019
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Bdfs Group Construction
BDFS Group is a Philadelphia, PA based team of construction professionals founded in 2008. Through our team’s combined industry experience of over ten years and our network of talented subcontractors, we provide our clients with top quality services in residential and commercial projects of various sizes throughout the Greater Philadelphia area. Since inception, we have completed projects ranging from small-scale residential renovations to large commercial construction.
At BDFS Group our clients always come first. We partner with our clients to understand their goals and objectives. We work with our clients to assess the scope of the project, provide an accurate and complete estimate and ensure that the project is delivered in a timely manner, within budget and in accordance with specifications. Our goal is to consistently meet and exceed our client’s expectations. We have a vested interest in your success and we pride ourselves on building solid, long-lasting relationships.
From BuildZoom: Bdfs Group Inc, 1325 E Cardeza St, Philadelphia, PA (Employees: Calvin R. Snowden and Deidre A Downes) holds a Contractor license and 3 other licenses according to the Philadelphia license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 110 ranks in the top 4% of 125,106 Pennsylvania licensed contractors.
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Phone Number: (484) 432-5326
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Bdfs Group Inc Philadelphia
Quality
110
96th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Bdfs Group Inc has a BuildZoom score of 110, which places them above 96% of 125,106 contractors in Pennsylvania.
Activity
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5 projects
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2025 |
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5 projects
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2024 |
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9 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Bdfs Group Inc has worked on at least
19.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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7 projects
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Home Additions |
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5 projects
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New Constructions |
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3 projects
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Commercial Renovations |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Bdfs Group Inc mostly works on
home addition
and new construction
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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< $5k |
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1 project
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$5k-$20k |
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2 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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2 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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4 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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2 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
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2 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $240,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. excavation and protections approved under permit sp-2024-000419 separate permits required for sprinkler (13d) work. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approved... see more
Valuation:
$240,000
Permit #:
RP-2025-004598
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. excavation and protections approved under permit sp-2024-000418 separate permits required for sprinkler (13d) work. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approved... see more
Valuation:
$240,000
Permit #:
RP-2025-004597
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. excavation and protections approved under permit sp-2024-000417: separate permits required for sprinkler (13d) work. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approve... see more
Valuation:
$240,000
Permit #:
RP-2025-004542
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. excavation and protections approved under permit sp-2025-000253 separate permits required for sprinkler (13d) work. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. both to be completed by an approved... see more
Valuation:
$240,000
Permit #:
RP-2025-004537
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of a four (4) story attached structure as per approved plans. for use as six (6) dwelling units and vacant commercial (separate use & occupancy required). structure to be fully sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13. **separate permits required for mep and fire suppression work.** **2018 ibc**
Valuation:
$1,512,459
Permit #:
CP-2023-006652
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii interior alterations and a partial change of occupancy. for use as a laboratory testing and research occupancy. alterations to include the erection of partition walls provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvments throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permit... see more
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
CP-2022-006865
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii alterations to an existing tenant space for use as a business occupancy alterations to include the erection of partition walls provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. **... see more
Valuation:
$505,990
Permit #:
CP-2023-001076
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Amendment: amendment: for the amendment of previously approved permit cp-2021-007009 to document change to previously approved structure to include egress wells changes to structural framing and roof assembly. all work to be done per approved plans and documentation. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained fo... see more
Valuation:
$1,500,000
Permit #:
CP-2021-007009
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For level 3 alterations and the erection of an addition as per plans. for four (4) dwelling units with layout as shown. amendment (5/31/2022) for a new demolition plan to replace damaged section of bricks and rotten joist
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
CP-2021-008194
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For a tenant fit-out at the ground floor level to include construction of new partitions finishes and fixtures. no work to the exterior of the building. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permit required for all other work
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
CP-2020-003704
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Contractor has no employees per notarized letter* ez permit standards alterations - for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work any modificatio... see more
Valuation:
$81,000
Permit #:
RP-2020-014996
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For removal and replacement of the ground floor concrete slab and interior alterations per plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical electrical and plumbing work
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
RP-2022-014084
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code all references codes and standards and the attached ez standard where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means... see more
Valuation:
$4,500
Permit #:
GM-2023-007568
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Ez interior non-l...
Building Type:
N/A
Ez permit stadards alterations- for alterations to an existing one family dwelling as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. prohibited structural work includes any modification to exterior walls party walls floor/roof ... see more
Valuation:
$21,000
Permit #:
RP-2021-020134
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of first floor rear addition and modification of existing 2nd floor and interior alteration of existing structure as part of existing detached structure to continues use as household living single family dwelling. size and location as per plan. * separate permits required for plumbing electric and mechanical. *
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
RP-2020-009500
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii alteration to create an adult care as per approved plans. building is fully sprinklered
Valuation:
$367,000
Permit #:
CP-2021-008644
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Alteration to include interior and exterior renovation for a change of use of the first floor to a business and professional office and a single-family household living above as previously approved. all work is to be done per approved plans. separate permits are required for all other work. amendment issued on 3/16/2022 to document the following: new wall at rear third floor new slab ... see more
Valuation:
$188,410
Permit #:
CP-2021-003554
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the philadelphia code all references codes and standards and the attached ez standard where included. deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. a separate permit from the philadelphia department of streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. all means... see more
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
GM-2020-009871
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Ez interior non-l...
Building Type:
N/A
For the legalization of level ii interior alterations to the 1st floor commercial tenant space to comply with violation case # cf-2021-018111. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc. separate permit(s) required for any additional alterations work
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
CP-2021-001775
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Alteration to existing single household dwelling unit per sealed plans
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
RP-2021-014631
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| HIC # | 38016 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Type | Contractor |
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| HIC # | PA062641 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | Bdfs Group Is A General Contracting And Construction Management Company Based In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Bdfs Group Provides A Full Range Of Construction And Real Estate Development Consulting Services In Pennsylvania. Our Core Services Include Pre-Co |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of February, 2016. Check the current license status of Bdfs Group Inc with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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Inactive License
| HIC # | NAT-F115082-2 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | PA062641 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
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110
BuildZoom Score
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| Insurer | Nautilus Insurance Compnay |
| Insured up to | $2,000,000 |
83
Permits
- Building permit records show that Bdfs Group Inc has worked on 83 permitted projects.
Bdfs Group Inc Employees
CS
Calvin R. Snowden
President
DD
Deidre A Downes
Vice President