Your one-stop-shop for all your home repair needs. Call today for a free estimate. We service the areas of Phoenix Valley, Payson, Heber and Kingman. We do interior and exterior maintenance and repair. Our specialties include but are not limited to: landscaping, irrigation, stone pavers, garden and yard design, pool maintenance, masonry for private properties, painting, small building construction, fence and deck repair and installation, small home repairs, carpentry, tile install and removal, turf install and more.
Your one-stop-shop for all your home repair needs. Call today for a free estimate. We service the areas of Phoenix Valley, Payson, Heber and Kingman. We do interior and exterior maintenance and repair. Our specialties include but are not limited to: landscaping, irrigation, stone pavers, garden and yard design, pool maintenance, masonry for private properties, painting, small building construction, fence and deck repair and installation, small home repairs, carpentry, tile install and removal, turf install and more.
My name is Eric, owner of Distinctive Custom Designs LLC. I relocated to Tucson in 1995 after separating honorably from the United States Air Force. I was assigned to Civil Engineering, where I learned many construction techniques and multiple types of flooring installation. I used this knowledge to acquire a residential and commercial contractor license to start my company. I have been Licensed, Bonded and Insured now for over 25 years, and I am considered a master installer in my trade. I install all types of fine flooring, including Tile, Natural Stone, and Wood. I have a very strong work ethic and work hard to complete each installation job with honesty, integrity, creativity, and quality. Customer service is key to me, as a satisfied customer, you will refer me to friends and family. I appreciate the opportunity I have to work with each and every client I work for. I hope to include you as one of my happy clients soon! ~ Eric Presnar, Owner, Distinctive Custom Designs LLC dcdtucson.com (Visit My Website) Contractor License # 180630 Class CR-8 Bond # RSB12429
My name is Eric, owner of Distinctive Custom Designs LLC. I relocated to Tucson in 1995 after separating honorably from the United States Air Force. I was assigned to Civil Engineering, where I learned many construction techniques and multiple types of flooring installation. I used this knowledge to acquire a residential and commercial contractor license to start my company. I have been Licensed, Bonded and Insured now for over 25 years, and I am considered a master installer in my trade. I install all types of fine flooring, including Tile, Natural Stone, and Wood. I have a very strong work ethic and work hard to complete each installation job with honesty, integrity, creativity, and quality. Customer service is key to me, as a satisfied customer, you will refer me to friends and family. I appreciate the opportunity I have to work with each and every client I work for. I hope to include you as one of my happy clients soon! ~ Eric Presnar, Owner, Distinctive Custom Designs LLC dcdtucson.com (Visit My Website) Contractor License # 180630 Class CR-8 Bond # RSB12429
Excellence Flooring is a dedicated flooring service professional based out of the Show Low area. I provide my clients with a comprehensive approach to contracting and specialize in a wide range of services. Please call or click for a free estimate today!
"Oscar responded quickly to request for quote and provided install date Jul 9. He did not make that date and rescheduled several times. Eventually he installed about half the job Jul 22 and said he'd finish the next week. Actually, his guys did the install while he sat in his truck all day. He's continued to promised to finish the job "next week" multiple times and now he doesn't return calls or texts, and his voice mail box is full. He did not work well with my flooring distibutor and failed to do most things he promised. Very unprofessional, slightly over-priced, and the carpet he did install may not have been done properly."
Tom W on August 2021
Excellence Flooring is a dedicated flooring service professional based out of the Show Low area. I provide my clients with a comprehensive approach to contracting and specialize in a wide range of services. Please call or click for a free estimate today!
"Oscar responded quickly to request for quote and provided install date Jul 9. He did not make that date and rescheduled several times. Eventually he installed about half the job Jul 22 and said he'd finish the next week. Actually, his guys did the install while he sat in his truck all day. He's continued to promised to finish the job "next week" multiple times and now he doesn't return calls or texts, and his voice mail box is full. He did not work well with my flooring distibutor and failed to do most things he promised. Very unprofessional, slightly over-priced, and the carpet he did install may not have been done properly."
Schwarder Construction is a general contracting company with a highly skilled team of management, craftsmen and sub contractors. Our team of professionals will meet all your needs from planning, renovations and building new residential and commercial buildings. We know how important it is to stay within the budget, provide quality work in a timely manner.
"I cannot say enough about Aaron Schwarder and Schwarder Construction. We bought a home that had not been updated since 1964. Plumbing included. Aarons crews redid both baths and the kitchen. Beautiful bright Carrera look tile, white counter tops, beadboard, wainscoting. New light and plumbing fixtures. Kitchen went from dark and cave like with fluorescent lights in plexiglass recessed ceiling thing, to raised ceiling, high end appliances, beadboard cabinets and an open to the dining room floor plan. Aaron was not satisfied with the cabinet surfaces and repainted them himself. All custom cabinets. Very important to me is the comfort level of having people working in my home. It can be awkward, to say the least. Aaron's guys are very respectful and always clean up at the end of the day, even if they are coming back in the morning. They were very careful not to let the animals escape. Recently I called the home depot pro desk with some questions about installing a new entry door and the first name they gave me was Schwarder Construction. I was raised to believe that a man's word is his worth. You can take Aaron at his word. 5 stars only because you cannot rate higher."
Nancy M on March 2022
Schwarder Construction is a general contracting company with a highly skilled team of management, craftsmen and sub contractors. Our team of professionals will meet all your needs from planning, renovations and building new residential and commercial buildings. We know how important it is to stay within the budget, provide quality work in a timely manner.
"I cannot say enough about Aaron Schwarder and Schwarder Construction. We bought a home that had not been updated since 1964. Plumbing included. Aarons crews redid both baths and the kitchen. Beautiful bright Carrera look tile, white counter tops, beadboard, wainscoting. New light and plumbing fixtures. Kitchen went from dark and cave like with fluorescent lights in plexiglass recessed ceiling thing, to raised ceiling, high end appliances, beadboard cabinets and an open to the dining room floor plan. Aaron was not satisfied with the cabinet surfaces and repainted them himself. All custom cabinets. Very important to me is the comfort level of having people working in my home. It can be awkward, to say the least. Aaron's guys are very respectful and always clean up at the end of the day, even if they are coming back in the morning. They were very careful not to let the animals escape. Recently I called the home depot pro desk with some questions about installing a new entry door and the first name they gave me was Schwarder Construction. I was raised to believe that a man's word is his worth. You can take Aaron at his word. 5 stars only because you cannot rate higher."
Granite Gold is a third-generation family of stone care experts, dating back to the 1950s. Co-founders and cousins Lenny Sciarrino and Lenny Pellegrino grew up in the family business, manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces. Their mission is to help homeowners easily protect their stone surfaces through safe, do-it-yourself care and maintenance products, and protection plans to safeguard against accidental damage. Granite Gold brand stone-care products are available nationwide at Bed Bath & Beyond, Lowe's, The Home Depot, Walmart, major grocery and hardware stores, and Amazon. Visit https://www.granitegold.com/store-locator/. The Granite Gold Granite & Quartz Protection Plan and Granite Gold Cabinet Protection Plan are sold nationally through independent installers; ask yours to include the plan with your installation.
Granite Gold is a third-generation family of stone care experts, dating back to the 1950s. Co-founders and cousins Lenny Sciarrino and Lenny Pellegrino grew up in the family business, manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces. Their mission is to help homeowners easily protect their stone surfaces through safe, do-it-yourself care and maintenance products, and protection plans to safeguard against accidental damage. Granite Gold brand stone-care products are available nationwide at Bed Bath & Beyond, Lowe's, The Home Depot, Walmart, major grocery and hardware stores, and Amazon. Visit https://www.granitegold.com/store-locator/. The Granite Gold Granite & Quartz Protection Plan and Granite Gold Cabinet Protection Plan are sold nationally through independent installers; ask yours to include the plan with your installation.
Design Essentials, LLC is a full service Home Design Center featuring Cabinets, Doors Windows, Flooring, Decking, Architectural Services, Fireplace Mantels, and Custom Wood Furniture. We accept all major Credit Cards. Job site delivery is available as well as product pick up at certain Vendor warehouses.
Design Essentials, LLC is a full service Home Design Center featuring Cabinets, Doors Windows, Flooring, Decking, Architectural Services, Fireplace Mantels, and Custom Wood Furniture. We accept all major Credit Cards. Job site delivery is available as well as product pick up at certain Vendor warehouses.
Build it, fix it, or remodel it, I can do it all! A one man show that has been doing this my whole life. From growing up on a farm to running a business of various services, I've been "in the business" of building, fixing, and/or maintaining anything and everything that has to do with a home. All jobs figured on my hourly rate, with a one hour minimum. No "set fees" regardless of time. (many companies do this KNOWING that they can get things done quickly, thereby making over $100/hr. on some jobs) I've built decks, garages, homes, and additions. I've remodeled kitchens, baths, basements, and virtually every room in a home. I've ran equipment, developed roads, driveways, and fixed drainage issues. I've replaced water heaters, faucets, dishwashers, washers and driers. Doors, windows, pet doors, and skylights are familiar to me. Various kinds of fencing, gates, and pet containment. If it has to do with home repair, maintenance, and/or improvement chances are I've done it. Give me a call and see what I can do for you.
Build it, fix it, or remodel it, I can do it all! A one man show that has been doing this my whole life. From growing up on a farm to running a business of various services, I've been "in the business" of building, fixing, and/or maintaining anything and everything that has to do with a home. All jobs figured on my hourly rate, with a one hour minimum. No "set fees" regardless of time. (many companies do this KNOWING that they can get things done quickly, thereby making over $100/hr. on some jobs) I've built decks, garages, homes, and additions. I've remodeled kitchens, baths, basements, and virtually every room in a home. I've ran equipment, developed roads, driveways, and fixed drainage issues. I've replaced water heaters, faucets, dishwashers, washers and driers. Doors, windows, pet doors, and skylights are familiar to me. Various kinds of fencing, gates, and pet containment. If it has to do with home repair, maintenance, and/or improvement chances are I've done it. Give me a call and see what I can do for you.
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts
Tile installation costs about $2,000 on average. Costs vary widely depending on the installation site, the size of the area, the type of tile, the complexity of the design or pattern, and your home’s location. Prices range from as low as $400 up to $6,500 or more. Additional cost factors include the durability rating of the tile, the porosity of the tile, and the site prep requirements.
Some of the most common tile areas include:
Kitchen floor: $870–$6,100
Countertop or backsplash: $500–$3,000
Bathroom floor: $300–$2,400
Shower wall: $225–$2,000
You can put hot pans on porcelain countertops. Porcelain is highly resistant to heat—it’s manufactured at around 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, so it can withstand a ton of heat without cracking or damaging. Even though the high heat is a plus, you should still be cautious when putting hot surfaces on porcelain countertops.
The cost to install porcelain tile is about $1,930 on average. Porcelain tile prices range from $880 to $3,000 or more. The average cost tends to be higher than ceramic tile because porcelain tile is very durable. Porcelain tile rating also factors into the material cost.
Tile ratings are as follows:
Grade 0: Walls only
Grade 1: Walls and light traffic floors
Grade 2: Rooms with light traffic, but not kitchens or hallways
Grade 3: Kitchens, hallways, and entryways
Grade 4: Any area, interior or exterior
Grade 5: Highest durability good for any area, interior or exterior
Glazed ceramic tiles don’t need to be sealed because the glazing already offers some protection against moisture. Unglazed ceramic tiles need to be sealed to keep the porous tile safe from moisture and staining. However, both types of tile can benefit from sealing. Sealant can make the tiles easier to keep clean and offer more resistance to water, spills, and stains.
If you’re out of spacers for your tile installation, you can use pennies. Each time you place a tile, stick the pennies around the edges (on the sides and the corners). Like working with spacers, you’ll want the same amount of space around each tile before they set.
The San Carlos, AZ homeowners’ guide to ceramic tile services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The cost to install porcelain tile depends on materials, size, and whether you DIY or hire a pro. This guide will help you choose the perfect porcelain tile for your home and budget.
Sealing your grout goes a long way toward extending its life span. This guide breaks down the cost factors for sealing grout, including size, materials, and labor.
You've figured out which tiles you want, but what about the details? This guide will help you figure out how to choose tile trim that will best suit your home.
If your grout lines look worn out or aren’t the right color for your space, it’s easy to give them a refresh. Here’s how to change grout color for under $50.
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