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Avatar for Affordable Flooring Solutions
Affordable Flooring Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you're looking for exceptional work, look no more! such a professional and courteous group of individuals that provide quality work. They were able to install flooring in two days and really made sure we were happy with the final results. We couldn't have picked a better team of installers and Luis really went above and beyond for us and was a pleasure to work with."
LVP staircase with white risers
Shower
Showers
Showers
Mr. Chris LVP

+53

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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I'll Handle IT
4.8(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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"If I could give I'll Handle It ten stars, I would! I hired Dave, the owner, to tear down my old fence and build me a new one. The proposal price was right in line with what I was expecting and I chose I'll Handle It over the others that I interviewed because of how Dave really listened to what I wanted and although offered suggestions didn't try to push me otherwise. Dave's expertise really became apparent when a snag appeared in the installation because of how the old fence had been installed over a concrete block retaining wall. A masonry person needed to be called in to fix the problem and Dave was able to get him to come over to look at it that same day and the extra cost was right in line with what I was expecting. The masonry repair was completed the next day and Dave finished up constructing my new fence the day after that. This masonry problem really created a problem for Dave because he is very busy and had to move some other work around that he had scheduled for other people. But through it all, he was friendly and solution oriented, and very concerned that my fence was built the way I wanted it. The new fence is fantastic!! I highly recommend Dave and I'll Handle It. Give him a call at 858-449-4598 or send a message on his website at illhandleitsd.com/reques…"
Dave Pfizenmeier, Owner
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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A & J Marble Dreams
4.9(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great overall experience! Had kitchen countertops, bathroom countertops and toilets replaced. Super job by Martin and his crew. Started on time and finished on time and we're super pleased with the quality of work. Highly recommend A&J Marble Dreams."
Countertops and Backsplashes Project
Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+98

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Xplosiv City Tile
4.9(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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Warranties offered

"We needed to have the grout in our shower replaced and the marble sealed. It was done efficiently and the job turned out great. As long as they were here they sealed the grout on our tile floors and cleaned the tile backsplash in the kitchen and sealed it too. Very happy with Xplosive City Tile and would use them again. Highly recommend."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+39

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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DS Legend Home Builders, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DS Legend Home Builders truly stands out in the realm of bathtub installation. Their commitment to excellence, evident in their efficient installation process and flawless finishing, speaks volumes about their expertise. I am extremely satisfied with their work, and I wholeheartedly recommend them for their bathtub installation service."
Modern bathroom remodel
Full bathroom remodel
Happy costumer
Full kitchen remodel
Full kitchen remodel

+15

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GM Tile + Stone
4.6(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Greg did a great job! My contractor told me that the spot underwhere a walll had been taken out could only be patched. He did not want to take out old tile and replace with new as he was afraid he would crack other tiles. Greg came in and did a perfect fit as I had extra old tile in the garage. It looks amazing and for a reasonable price thank you Greg!"
OUR WORK
Master Bath
OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK

+54

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BE HOME REMODELING INC
4.9(
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We recently had our bathroom remodeled by Be Home Remodeling, and I just wanted to share how happy we are with everything. Pouria, our project manager, was great — super organized, always kept us updated, and really listened to any concerns we had. Any time we needed something or had a question, he handled it right away. The crew (Manuel, Isaí )did an awesome job. They worked cleanly, were respectful of our home, and the quality of the work shows. The bathroom turned out even better than we expected, and we honestly love how everything came out. Overall, it was a really smooth experience, and we’d definitely recommend Be Home Remodeling and Pouria if you’re planning a remodel."
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling
full house remodeling

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
603 neighbors recently requested a quote
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REMODEL CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN INC
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Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

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Warranties offered

"The whole process was outstanding!! I’m someone who doesn’t like construction. The dust especially. But I also wanted an upgrade. I interviewed 3 contractors. Tim Armitage being one of them. He by far was a stand out. Not only was he very friendly and funny but his knowledge of construction was mind blowing. I ended up hiring RCD and was so happy I did. Tim’s crew were very nice and respectful. I didn’t feel uncomfortable. And that’s a big deal to me. Because I work from home I had to stay there during the construction process. Being very dust sensitive they would put plastic up wherever they were working. They also cleaned up the area every day after they were done. I felt they always went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable. Tim was great at always keeping the lines of communication open. He always answered his phone. Which I really appreciate. I can be kind of picky. I expect the best and I got it. The project was done in the time frame I was promised. Tim also has an eye for the finishes. He helped me pick out paint colors , tile, countertops etc. so that everything flowed nicely. The project went so smoothly! And for that I was so grateful. My kitchen and bathroom are beautiful. I would highly recommend them. Thank you RCD for a job well done!!"
Beach Kitchen Remodel
Beach Kitchen Remodel
Beach Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Refresh
Bathroom Refresh

+12

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

No, painting shower tile doesn’t last and is better reserved as a temporary solution to refreshing the look of old tiles. Shower tile paint may last around one to five years, depending on how well you prep the surface before painting, the type of paint you use, the type of tile in your shower, and how often you use the shower.

You should always use caulk instead of grout where the tile meets the wall. This will help your tile installation look great and last a long time. When you accidentally use grout for the corner seams, you end up making the tiles too rigid. So as the wall shifts over time, your tiles have no wiggle room. This can lead to tile damage, which will eventually require you to do at least a partial reinstallation.

Installations typically take 1-3 days, depending on area size; repairs are usually completed sooner if the issue is localized.

If the hearth ends against a wall, you can use a tile cutter as you normally would. However, if the edge of your hearth ends with no surface pressing against it,you may want to look into rounded tiles. These give a smooth edge to your hearth and make sure cut edges aren’t visible. You can also see if the tile you have has pieces that have been glazed or rounded on one edge. You’d then cut the tile and place it normally, with the cut edge facing inward. 

When working on your bathroom floor tiling, you should always tile the floor first and then refit the toilet afterward. This has both practical and visual advantages—the tile will have a better seal, and the installation will look cleaner.

On the other hand, when you try to cut the tiles to fit around the toilet, you’re putting yourself at a disadvantage. It’s a lot more work, it’s hard to be precise, and mistakes or miscalculations can lead to future moisture damage to the tiling, grout, and subfloor.

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