Updated: Jul 11, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
919 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA, 19010
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Gardner/fox Associates Architect
This business, like many small businesses, evolved from a friendship between two ambitious young professionals. Brook Gardner, an engineer from Virginia, and Mark Fox, an architect from Kentucky, discovered a common interest in designing and renovating buildings when they became neighbors in Center City, Philadelphia. They founded their own design and consulting firm in 1987, which has grown into Gardner/Fox.
From BuildZoom: Gardner/fox Associates, Inc, 919 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA (Owned by: Mark A Fox) holds a Renovation license and 7 other licenses according to the Environmental Protection Agency license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 106 ranks in the top 7% of 125,106 Pennsylvania licensed contractors.
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Gardner/fox Associates, Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (610) 525-8305
Address: 919 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Gardner/fox Associates, Inc Bryn Mawr
Quality
106
93rd percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Gardner/fox Associates, Inc has a BuildZoom score of 106, which places them above 93% of 125,106 contractors in Pennsylvania.
Activity
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15 projects
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2025 |
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13 projects
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2024 |
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15 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Gardner/fox Associates, Inc has worked on at least
43.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
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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11 projects
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Home Additions |
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5 projects
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Commercial Renovations |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Gardner/fox Associates, Inc mostly works on
home addition
and commercial renovation
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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$5k-$20k |
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7 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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8 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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9 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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5 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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3 projects
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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 $116,414. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Gardner/fox Associates, Inc
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
2018 iebc level 2 alteration: interior demolish of 1475 sq.ft. mercantile space. remove fixtures and finishes and non-load-bearing partition walls. reconfigure space to suit new tenant along with the associated mechanical electric and plumbing. addition three new sinks for body piercing rooms. reposition sprinkler heads to accommodate space
Valuation:
$263,071
Permit #:
C-2024-372
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Level ii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to existing office space on the 23rd and 24th floors of an existing high-rise building as per approved plans. existing building fully sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for any mep or fire suppression work**
Valuation:
$354,000
Permit #:
CP-2024-006152
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Level ii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovation to 12th floor of an existing medical office building as per approved plans. existing building fully sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for any mep or fire suppression work**
Valuation:
$900,000
Permit #:
CP-2024-004968
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
New first fl kitchen laundry room and powder room. refinish floors replace windows in same area install new sliding door
Valuation:
$315,807
Permit #:
R-2025-1963
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing school space. use = e; t.o.c. = 3b; 2009 ansi & 2018 ibc; building code 2018 ibc
Valuation:
$1,445,565
Permit #:
C-2025-497
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Level ii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to existing medical office space on the 10th floor of an existing high-rise building as per approved plans. existing building fully sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for any mep or fire suppression work**
Valuation:
$325,000
Permit #:
CP-2023-001024
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Interior renovation per 2018 iebc chapter 7 (alterations—level 1) §701.3 (compliance) and §701.2 (scope): replace existing flooring millwork casework ceiling tiles and lighting in accordance with §701.4 (building elements and systems) and applicable ibc provisions. ** no other work under this permit ** pt
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
C-2025-613
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For structural repairs and reinforcement of the first floor of an existing structure. **all work to be done per approved plans.**if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work.** separate permits to be obtained for all other work.**
Valuation:
$112,782
Permit #:
CP-2024-005460
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii alterations to include new partitions doors fixtures furnishings finishes as per approved plans. separate permits required for mep and fire suppression work. *2018 iebc*
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
CP-2024-004969
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii alterations to an existing business occupancy at unit 12 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 permits to be obtained for all other work
Valuation:
$97,922
Permit #:
CP-2024-003587
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Level ii interior alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to existing office space on the fifth floor of a medical building (scheie building) as per approved plans. existing building sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for any mep or fire suppression work**
Valuation:
$135,000
Permit #:
CP-2022-007291
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For a new mechanical installation to accommodate a portion of an existing structure. work to include the installation of registers diffusers and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separat... see more
Valuation:
$600,000
Permit #:
MP-2022-002671
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For alterations to an existing single-family dwelling. 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
Valuation:
$56,987
Permit #:
RP-2024-003318
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii alterations to an existing structure. alterations to include partial demolish and the erection of partition walls provide finishes/furnishings and accessibility improvements throughout. for use as previously approved. all work to be done per approved plans and documentation. ***************** separate permtis to be obtained for all other work. ****************************... see more
Valuation:
$159,362
Permit #:
CP-2023-006929
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For the installation of concrete equipment pad and bollards and for sitework associated with the installation of plumbing and electrical systems. work to include site work as shown per approved plans and documentations. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work
Valuation:
$157,000
Permit #:
SP-2023-000619
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Sitework with ons...
Building Type:
N/A
For an exterior work. **for a truss system reinforcement as per approved plans**. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for all other work.**
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
CP-2024-003077
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii interior alterations at the 5th floor (suite 550) of the existing high-rise building. partial demolish and alterations to include the erection of partition walls provide finishes and furnishings throughout. the building is fully sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc. separate permits required for anyother work. if site condit... see more
Valuation:
$120,045
Permit #:
CP-2023-006326
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Remove existing rear patio. new concrete patio frame new screened in porch. pt
Valuation:
$227,236
Permit #:
R-2025-2779
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New tenant fitout. use = b; t.o.c. = iib; ansi 2017 & ibc 2021. building code 2018 ibc; 5000 sq ft. see attached list of sub-contractors under this permit. ** signs awnings require separate plan review and permit **
Valuation:
$470,900
Permit #:
C-2022-322
Status:
filed
Fee:
$6,728
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For prescriptive alterations (without a change of occupancy) to install new equipment (hot cell) within lab 736b on the seventh floor of an existing ten (10) story attached structure used as medical laboratories as per plans; building is fully sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13; structural work part of this permit; no work outside of lab 736b; separate permits required for any mep... see more
Valuation:
$47,000
Permit #:
CP-2023-006786
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| HIC # | NAT-23214-3 |
| Status | Active |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
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License Not Verified
| HIC # | PA010208 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of July, 2025. Check the current license status of Gardner/fox Associates, Inc with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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Inactive License
| HIC # | LBP-23214-1 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Lead Abatement, Renovation |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | NAT-23214-2 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Lead Abatement, Renovation |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | 2009602389 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | New Castle County |
| Type | Non Resident Contractor |
- According to the State of Delaware Department of Finance: Division of Revenue, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| HIC # | AX004433 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | Architecture Firm |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | 13VH03681600 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | New Jersey |
| Type | Home Improvement Business Contr |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | 22243 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Type | Contractor |
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106
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Lackawanna Casualty Company |
| Insured up to | $50,000 |
225
Permits
- Building permit records show that Gardner/fox Associates, Inc has worked on 225 permitted projects.
Gardner/fox Associates, Inc Employees
BG
Brookins D. Gardner
President
MF
Mark A Fox
Owner
MP
Mark S. Pennington
Treasurer