Updated: Jun 06, 2026
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6911 Sherman Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19019
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James Mc Coy Carpentry
James Mc Coy Carpentry, 6911 Sherman St, Philadelphia, PA (Employee: James A. Mc Coy) holds a Contractor license and 3 other licenses according to the Philadelphia license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 71 does not rank in the top 50% of Pennsylvania contractors.
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Phone Number: (215) 694-5002
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James Mc Coy Carpentry Philadelphia
Quality
71
1st percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
James Mc Coy Carpentry has a BuildZoom score of 71, which places them above 1% of all contractors in the United States.
Activity
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1 project
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2024 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that James Mc Coy Carpentry has worked on at least
2.0 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.
Pricing
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2 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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James Mc Coy Carpentry Reviews
1 out of 5 stars, based on
3
reviews
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By Craig B.December 18, 2023
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By albus.traxitJanuary 16, 2022Home remodel$80,000
A fiasco. Our experience was not as bad as Leslie J.s, but bad enough. Work quality was unacceptable, displays of temper, seemed overwhelmed by basic project management. I would give anything to have the time & money back. We live with his bad design skills and mistakes every day...
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By Leslie J.June 14, 2021Construction of 3rd floor on 2-story rowhouse$180,000
Hiring James McCoy/James McCoy Carpentry to construct a 3rd floor on my existing 2-story rowhouse in Philadelphia is one of the biggest regrets and nightmares of my life. A project that was contracted to take approximately 12 weeks, took nearly 2.5 years — and a lawyer — to complete. Reason? James admitted to me and my architect that he misappropriated some of my project monies. As such, James was unable to complete work on my project until he earned money from other projects; hence the 2.5 years.
Because of James’s fraudulent conduct, from July 2018 to October 2020, my home was subjected to, among other things: severe rain damage due to no permanent roof for nearly a year; mold remediation resulting from the rain damage; theft of personal property by subcontractors; no air conditioning for two (2) extremely hot summers; incredible dust; and, scaffolding in front that resulted in numerous citations and fines from the City. Under threat of legal recourse, James eventually remedied these issues.
Compounding matters was James’s attitude. SO unprofessional and disrespectful. Despite being at fault, James would enter my home and not say a word to me. It was though he was doing me a favor to finish the job he had been paid for. No acceptance of responsibility whatsoever.
James McCoy/James McCoy Carpentry is the type of business homeowners should avoid at all cost.
Building Permits by James Mc Coy Carpentry
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Sister 2nd floor joists-replace damaged joist - hang new sheet rock. interior repair and renovations only details as shown on plan
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
RP-2023-005370
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For interior alterations to an existing single family dwelling per plans. separate permits required for all associated mep work
Valuation:
$85,000
Permit #:
RP-2022-006216
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Ez permit stadard 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 fr... see more
Valuation:
$37,500
Permit #:
988993
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Ez permit stadard 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 fr... see more
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
988974
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Ez interior alterations. applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for interior alterations dated january 2011. deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties. licensed contractor to be listed on permit. separate permits required for plumbing electric and hvac. call inspector at district offic... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
722123
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of a one story addition to an existing detached single family dwelling. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. separate permits required for mechanical electrical and plumbing work
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
699034
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Ez interior demolition- for the interior demolition of non load-bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
651645
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Partial demolition of structure at rear construction of new two (2) story wood frame addition with new steel headers at masonry openings lvl ledger one (1) hour rated wall at northeasterly property line (no openings permitted at this wall) and exterior stair. interior alterations at kitchen/bedroom/bathroom portions of first and second floors. separate permits required for all mechani... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
596589
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For partial demolition of site to remove one (1) story rear portion & for the erection of a one (1) story addition at rear of exist. semi-detached building w. accessory detached building; size & location as shown on approved plans. for use as household living for a single-family as previously approved
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
570699
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For partial demolition of building to remove rear one (1) story portion & for erection of a one (1) story rear addition of light-frame wood construction w. steep slope metal roof assembly & shallow cast-in-place concrete foundation system to exit. three (3) story above grade plane residential building; addition is not fully sprinklered. separate permit for mechanical electrical & plum... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
570700
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For the partial demolition of and erection of an addition at the rear of an exisitng semi-detached structure. addition to include a deck at the 2nd floor rear. size and location as shown on plans/application. structure for continued use as single family household living
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
633652
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove existing vinyl siding & under layment. replace underlayment with typar building fabric. apply lothe & stop bead. install dryvit stucco system. call inspector at district office at least 24 hours prior to start of work
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
592133
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construction of a rear deck size 7'-0"x9'-8 on first floor level and removal of double window and wall below and installation of a sliding door in same opening of an existing attached structure. details as per attached plan
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
798529
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Partial demolish (mud room to be removed) addition to rear of house (2 story) single-family dwelling
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
596587
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of an addition to an existing detached structure for use as a single family household living. size and location as shown per application/plan
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
699033
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Demolish existing one story kitchen addition to existing row house. construct new one story addition with new foundation and rear patio
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
535441
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For the interior/exterior alterations and renovation with the construction of a rear addition in an existing single family dwelling as per plan
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
793018
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For the construction of a rear addition to an existing semi-detached structure and rear deck with steps. for a single family household living. as per plans
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
1006897
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Repair crack soffit repaint affected areas run gutter from friez to lower roof
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
572991
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior demolish of existing kitchen to studs. insulate new drywall & cabinets
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
624954
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| HIC # | 29649 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Type | Contractor |
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Verified License
| HIC # | PA173989 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
- BuildZoom has not verified this license since April, 2025.
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License Not Verified
| HIC # | PA077019 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | Remodeling And Restoration Services Inc Kitchen, Bathrooms, Additions And Millwork |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of February, 2017. Check the current license status of James Mc Coy Carpentry with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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Inactive License
| HIC # | PA077019 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
- According to the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.
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71
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Lititz Mutual |
| Insured up to | $1,000,000 |
19
Permits
- Building permit records show that James Mc Coy Carpentry has worked on 19 permitted projects.
James Mc Coy Carpentry Employees
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James A. Mc Coy
James Mc Coy Carpentry Llc
James came recommended, but our experience was disappointing. While he understood the project's goals, his management, communication, and professionalism fell drastically short.
He consistently blamed others, failed to take responsibility for major issues, and caused a month-long delay from the promised completion date due to neglect in taking out proper permits. His disorganization led to incorrect work and unaddressed complications; all due to poor communication and documentation. He has left open permits on our home, despite work having long been completed.
Financially, James was unreliable. He kept and sent us inaccurate records, neglected to send change orders, and delayed payments to the subcontractors; requiring the involvement of lawyers to resolve, lasting almost six months.
My advice: if considering James, limit the project scope rigorously. He is skilled in carpentry. But maintain meticulous records, and ensure subcontractors (if he’s hiring them) sign a lien waiver. Alternatively, seek a more competent and accountable professional.