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Lebow Furniture
Co. est. 1949 |
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A World War II veteran, Chick had no experience in the retail furniture business. An uncle had encouraged him to go into business for himself and with some backing from his mother, the Lebows made their modest start.
The original store occupied half of the Jacobs building, the other half housed the local A & P store. Years later the A & P moved out and the store quickly took over the additional space. In the beginning, when something was sold, Chick would go with the part-time helper who owned a truck, and the two would make the delivery. |
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As the business grew, the Lebows purchased the building from Jacobs and subsequently purchased a 4200 square foot building across the street which serves as an annex. In 1984 Lebow acquired urban renewal land from the Redevelopment Authority 100 yards from the store and proceeded to construct a modern 21,000 square foot warehouse to contain the large inventory the store carries. |
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Lebow Furniture Co. Warehouse
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Lebow Furniture Co. Today |
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In 1990 the need for additional showroom space was resolved with a two story addition to the main store, doubling the size of the showroom. A complete decorating program followed resulting in one of the most beautiful stores in the Philadelphia area. New customers are amazed at the size and attractiveness of the facility.
The store currently employs 30 full and part-time dedicated workers. Lebow is renowned for its staff of friendly conscientious employees. It enjoys a reputation for customer service that is second to none.
The future appears bright for continued growth and management intends to continue working diligently to justify our strong position in the market.
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