A home renovation dispute has escalated into a legal battle as a Pennsylvania resident takes her contractor to court over alleged substandard work. On February 24, 2025, Valene Irons filed a complaint in the Court of Common Pleas of Delaware County against The MFB Group, accusing them of breach of contract and seeking compensation for damages exceeding $50,000.
The lawsuit stems from a contract signed on July 10, 2023, between Valene Irons and The MFB Group for renovations at her residence located at 7808 Beverly Boulevard in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. According to the complaint filed by Irons' attorney, Clinton L. Johnson, the renovation company failed to perform the agreed-upon work in a professional manner. Irons claims that several issues arose during and after the renovation process which were not addressed by The MFB Group.
Among the grievances listed in the complaint are improperly installed kitchen appliances leading to accessibility issues and daily leaks from a leaning dishwasher causing damage to cabinets. Furthermore, it is alleged that a closet intended for bathroom expansion was instead used for refrigerator installation without proper consultation with Irons. Other complaints include installing a rusty sink with scratches despite objections from Irons and improperly installed electrical outlets requiring excessive force to use.
Irons asserts that these issues have caused significant inconvenience and additional costs due to necessary repairs. She also accuses The MFB Group of failing to level walls within her property and refusing to rectify their mistakes despite being contracted to do so. "The Defendant has failed and refused to do the work they were contracted for," states the complaint, highlighting what Irons perceives as negligence on part of The MFB Group.
In light of these allegations, Valene Irons is seeking judgment against The MFB Group for an amount exceeding $50,000 along with attorney’s fees and associated costs. Her legal representation argues that such compensation is warranted given the extent of unfulfilled contractual obligations and resultant damages incurred by Irons.
The case highlights common challenges faced by homeowners when dealing with contractors and underscores the importance of clear communication and adherence to contractual agreements in renovation projects. It serves as a cautionary tale about potential pitfalls in home improvement endeavors when expectations are not met or clearly defined.
Representing Valene Irons is attorney Clinton L. Johnson based out of Chester, Pennsylvania. As this case unfolds in court under Case ID: CV2025002719 No., all eyes will be on how both parties present their arguments regarding alleged breaches in contract terms set forth between them.