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Avatar for The Builders & Cleaners
The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For BusinessTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install+1 more

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with David's responsiveness and every member of his crew was a pleasure. They completely removed the kitchen floor (and several layers of subfloor) in my 100+ year-old home, made repairs to floor joists and installed new flooring that looks beautiful. It was an evolving project and I appreciated the team's flexibility and speed with which they completed the project."
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1826

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Fer Home Services, LLC
5.0(
43
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install - For Business

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fernando and his team did a complete gut renovation of a full bathroom in my East Rock Victorian in 2021. I cannot speak highly enough of his professionalism and the quality of work. He coached me through picking out tile, vanity, lighting and fixtures and I was thrilled with the final result. His crew cleaned up every night - above and beyond what any other contractor would do. Months later, water leaked from an old bathroom upstairs to the new bathroom below and Fernando showed up immediately to inspect and repair."
Exterior Project
Exterior Project
Exteriors
Exteriors
Exteriors

+28

Response time8 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Economy Handy Carpenter, LLC
4.6(
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For Business

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nixon responded quickly and was able to install a new back storm door for us. The only problem is that it looks nicer than the front door now! :) Excellent work! Hired him to do several projects at Mom's now!"
Response time10 hrs
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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GEORGE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT & HANDYMAN SERVICES LLC
4.9(
51
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - InstallTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"George listens to the customer, makes suggestions if necessary and proceeds with a contract. Said contract has a price range that he never exceeded depending on whether or not unforeseen issues occur. George renovated two bathrooms, installed laminate flooring on my bathrooms and master bedroom. He is efficient, neat and never leaves a project unless it is perfect. George will be called upon for all my future projects."
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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CRS Painting
5.0(
22
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Roger and team also painted to match other wall. They helped us with many home projects beyond painting like electrical work, flooring, install vanities and tiles and handy man assembly, power washing house and walkways & more. I highly recommend!"
Response time2 days
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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Plow and Property Projects, LLC
4.3(
84
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called them and left a message about what I needed done. I received a call from them the same day. They were Abel to come the second day. The job of installing a gable vent on my house was done in less than 2 hours. I will definitely use them for my next project."
Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Lino Home Improvement
5.0(
6
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For BusinessTile: Natural Stone (Granite, Marble, Slate, Quartz, etc) - Install - For Business

Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great. He did a fabulous job of removing all old grout and caulking in my shower and replacing it with new. Very clean, methodical, professional work. I would hire again."
master floor
shower walls
shower walls
shower
shower walls

+121

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts

No, tiling over painted walls or wallpapered surfaces is generally not recommended. Textured surfaces and paints will affect the adhesive, possibly causing tiles to lift or fall off. Painted walls with a semi-gloss or high-gloss finish are particularly difficult for adding tiles. It’s wise to strip the paint first if you install the tiles to drywall, although it’s still best to opt for a cement backer board.

It’s easiest to start from an edge as it gives you a straight line. A problem may arise if your edge doesn’t line up perfectly, in which case it’s best to start from the center. Some think that starting tile from the center adds a focal point in the center of the hearth. 

While you shouldn’t use thinset mortar on its own as a floor leveler, it can work alongside other products to help level floors. For instance, you could start with a self-leveling compound, let that dry, then apply backer board with thinset mortar to help fully even out the floors ahead of laying tile.

To make a bathroom look bigger, choose light-colored, medium- to large-format tiles. Light colors such as white, cream, or light gray make a space feel more open, while dark colors, busy patterns, and small tiles can make a bathroom feel smaller. It may seem counterintuitive, but small tiles can shrink a room visually due to the increased number of grout lines. Using medium- to large-format tiles creates a more seamless look. For the best effect, pair your light-colored tiles with a matching or similarly colored grout. This minimizes the grid-like pattern and gives the floor and walls a more continuous, uninterrupted appearance, helping the room feel significantly larger.

Flooring transition strips can be secured to the subfloor using glue, nails, or screws. For a more secure installation, especially in high-traffic areas, using screws or nails is recommended as it reduces the risk of slippage. However, if aesthetic appeal is a priority, glue provides a cleaner, more seamless finish without any visible holes or screw heads.

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