We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Very pleased with the quality of the kitchen cabinet installation. Company we contacted with for counter tops also commented on the quality of their work. Customer service was excellent. They arrived as scheduled and quickly responded to messages. Work was done well and on time."
We take pride in delivering dependable, high-quality craftsmanship with honest communication from start to finish. Whether you're planning a small repair or a larger renovation, our goal is to provide durable, professional results that improve the value, function, and appearance of your property.\n\nOur services include residential construction, remodeling, repairs, renovations, demolition, framing, drywall, flooring, painting, trim and finish carpentry, deck and porch work, fencing, siding, roofing repairs, door and window installation, and general handyman services. We also handle property improvements, rental property maintenance, and custom projects tailored to your needs.\n\nEvery project is completed with attention to detail, quality materials, and a commitment to doing the job right the first time. We believe in treating every home as if it were our own by maintaining a clean worksite, respecting your property, and keeping you informed throughout the project. \n\nChoose us today!
"Dimitri did a very good job on our hallway. He managed to paint a very tight corner without getting any grey paint on our newly installed white trim. He has a very steady hand with the brush. The grey paint did bleed through the tape onto the baseboard trim in a couple locations but he made certain to repaint the trim and not just leave it up to us to fix. That was very professional of him. "
"Paul and his team were very communicative from the start and they were able to work within my time frame. I had a kitchen backsplash tiled and it was done very well. Would use again and recommend."
"I called on Friday to inquire about an estimate; Mike came Monday afternoon to give us a quote and repair the roof. Given the number of competitors that don't even call back, I was impressed with their prompt response. We knew we had some shingles that had blown off and we knew there was a leak around the vent for the furnace, but we trusted Mike to inspect the rest of the roof and make these and any additional necessary repairs. He found several more problem areas than we were aware of and also identified a few ways in which our roof was installed improperly, which likely led to the shingles blowing off. He seemed quite knowledgable and gave us an honest assessment of our roof (which wasn't great news). He offered ballpark quotes on both cost and timeframe for repairing vs. replacing the roof so we could make a more informed decision. In the end, we decided to repair for now and replace at some point in the future. We will have Mike come back to give an official estimate when we are ready to replace the entire roof, but we will also get some estimates from competitors (which we didn't do for this repair; we just wanted it fixed quickly). We felt like the cost of the repair might have been a bit high considering that the work was completed with only 2-3 hours of labor. "
No job is too big or small! We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Remodeling of ALL kinds, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!\n\n
"I hired the company to do a make ready [clean up & prep] on a single apartment in a building which I own in the town where I live. I needed the property to be cleaned up so I could rent it again. I have been a landlord for over 20 years & hadn't found a vacated property in such a mess in all my years. They did the complete interior clean-up which took about five hours. And, the complete prep of the property. they took out all the trash & junk, and cleaned up all debris left in the yard. They did such a great job with that I decided to use them for the yard maintenance also. They cleaned all my flowerbeds & got them ready for spring, placed mulch & trimmed the shrubs and flowering trees. On the inside they made everything look brand new! Cleaning the walls, painting, cleaned the carpets & stripped & polished the wood floors...making them look brand new. The appliances that stayed were cleaned inside & out. They even remembered to get all the light fixtures clean for me. Dusted all window seals & doorways. Shine mopped all they tile floors. To top it all off they even gave the bathrooms a fresh clean look by putting a new caulk seal around the tubs, sinks & shower...which gave the bathrooms a fresh face. All in all I found it to be a very stress free pleasant experience. And, I will definitely call on them for the next project because if they could do so well with a nightmare like that I'm sure the less difficult will be equally affordable and easily handled. Everything just looked so nice when they were finished. Thanks, Green Earth "
Welcome!\n \nAt American Custom Homes, our goal is not only help you design and build your dream bathroom, kitchen, basement or even add you a new room addition, but also making the process easy and enjoyable for you. We are a full-service design/build company with a wide range of experience. We can help you with all phases of a new bathroom or kitchen or basement or even complete remodeling. Build in steam showers, custom tile design, custom paints, and custom floors and so on... \nOur excellent reputation and long list of satisfied clients attest to our superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Just ask for our client reference list.\n \nLet's discuss your ideas! Your free consultation is just a phone call away.
It is our mission to provide the highest quality of service in all aspects of our business. We are extremely thorough with the services that we provide and aim to be most receptive to any issues, questions or concerns that you may have and we handle the concern promptly and professionally. We take All the necessary steps to ensure that our clients are completely satisfied with all of our contractual and assumed responsibilities. Most Importantly, we will fulfill these responsibilities while maintaining the highest ethical standards with our work and our character. Call us today!\n\n\n
Backsplash Installation questions, answered by experts
For glass tile, you want to use unsanded grout. Sanded grout is a stronger and grittier cement grout that is great for installing tiles with wider gaps and into joints. However, it is susceptible to scratching glass tile and is more difficult to use in thinner gaps. Unsanded grout, while more expensive, is easier to fit between thin gaps and is less harsh on delicate materials, like glass tile.
Whether you use a brush or roller depends on the size, shape, and amount of tiles. Rollers are easier to maneuver over large areas and can apply a more even coat of paint in a shorter time frame with no visible brushstrokes. Brushes are best for precision work, particularly in very small areas. If you don't want visible brushstrokes on your painted tiles, you can paint details with small foam brushes instead of bristled paint brushes.
Yes, provided you aren’t installing drywall over it. But you can skim coat it, apply new tile right on top, paint it, or stencil it. For more budget- and DIY-friendly options, you can install beadboard or apply decals. Just make sure that the current tiles are in good condition and prepped well for the paint or adhesive to stick.
On average, tiling a bathroom involves about 12 hours of labor, usually spread over two to three days to accommodate prep work and curing times. A professional tiler can often complete the installation in 6 to 8 hours, whereas a DIYer might take 10 to 16 hours. The total project time is influenced by factors like the bathroom layout, tile type, and necessary prep work, such as removing old tile. The process includes specific timelines for different areas; for example, tiling a floor takes about six hours, while a shower area can take six to ten hours. It is essential to allow for adequate curing time—typically 24 hours each—for the mortar, grout, and caulk, which is why the project extends over several days.
A quality shower tiling project is a bathroom upgrade that can increase resale value. Bathroom remodels have the highest return on investments for any home update. Tiling a shower won’t offer the potential 70% ROI that a full bathroom remodel involving upgrading fixtures, installing storage, and a complete room retile will. However, you can expect an average return of 55% to 60% for this refresh.
The Carrier Mills, IL homeowners’ guide to backsplash installation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
