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Q: Can you put a new tile floor over an old tile floor?

• <div><p>Yes. You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/can-you-tile-over-tile.htm">tile over tile</a> if the old tile is in good shape, but this will also create a thicker floor. As a result, you may have to remove and readjust baseboards and other room trimmings and potentially even raise door heights to work with the higher floors. In most projects, it&rsquo;s best to remove the old tile before installing a new tile floor. </p></div>

Q: What do you put under a tile floor?

• <div><p>To ensure an even and unbending surface to lay tiles on, you&rsquo;ll typically need to put a subfloor under a tile floor. Fiber cement backboards are the most common choice, but using plywood is also possible. Don&rsquo;t neglect this step, or you could risk water damage and grout or tiles prematurely cracking or crumbling, especially in an area with high foot traffic. </p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to tile a shower?

• <div><p>On average, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-tile-a-shower.htm">tiling a shower costs</a> between <b>$1,800 and $5,000</b>, with most people paying around <b>$2,700</b>. The price of this project depends on multiple factors, including the kind of tile you choose, the size of your shower, and labor rates in your area. If you decide to tile your own shower (instead of hiring a professional), it&rsquo;ll likely cost <b>$800 to $1,400</b>.</p></div>

Q: Does a shower pan go under tile?

• <div><p>Yes, your shower pan goes underneath your tiling and helps prevent excess water from seeping into the floor. Without the shower pan under your tile, water will seep through the grout and into the flooring. This will eventually lead to mold growth and serious water damage that could cost thousands of dollars to fix. </p></div>

Q: Do porcelain tiles need sealing?

• <div><p>Like <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pros-and-cons-of-glass-tile.htm">glass tiles</a>, you will not need to seal most porcelain tiles, particularly if the porcelain is already glazed. It depends on quality. Porcelain is very water resistant, but it is not 100% waterproof. To avoid staining, some homeowners use a penetrating sealer. It is also a good idea to seal your grout. Unless you use epoxy grout, grout is very porous and can harbor bacteria, mold, and mildew.</p></div>

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Last update on October 05, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
This company came quickly and got our shower retiled, looking nice, and usable again. The attention to detail was not perfect—for example, they didn’t exactly match the spacing and grout color with existing tile, and there are other small imperfections—but I am happy with my shower. Solid and...
Complete Tile Work
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Reviewed in March 2023
Quickly installed a shower tile, did an excellent job overall!
95Flooring Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2021
Corey was fast and efficient at redoing my kitchen floor. It looks amazing. He will be rehired when I am ready to tile my bathroom.
Johnson Tiling
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Reviewed in June 2021
Vitaly and his son made quick work of installing a new vinyl tile floor in our kitchen, hall, and bathroom. Vitaly estimated two days and he finished on time, even despite his son getting unexpectedly sick, leaving Vitaly to manage the second day alone. The quality of the work and their...
Superior Floor Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2020
We had a small job, estimated at 3 hours by the application. Another contractor offered their “ we don’t want the job” price. Gotcha Covered’s price was very reasonable and Phil was available late the same afternoon. The work looks great and the area was cleaned so well that you can’t tell we...
Gotcha Covered Flooring & Interiors
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Reviewed in July 2020
The caliber of work from Lombardi Plumbing was beyond exceptional. I own a historic home which means very outdated plumbing. I requested quotes from 3 plumbers before Lombardi and 2 would not even consider the job, the third would have ruined the historic integrity of my home. Matt is a master...
Lombardi Plumbing
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Reviewed in June 2020
AIP is the best. The firm's work team is professional, friendly, and very interested in working with the client to ensure the bathroom we envisioned became a reality. Couldn't be happier with our experience(s) with AIP. The bathroom was completely renovated; new sink, toilet, tear out the old...
Aging In Place Builders
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Reviewed in December 2019
I don't know where to start about the awful work that they did. John Asselin, the owner of the company is a talker who can't meet what he says. I can't even count how many times that John lied to me. 1. He said that he used the grout that he had in my bathroom floor & walls instead of the grout...
Earth First Flooring And Tile Company
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Reviewed in September 2019
Half-assed con artist. Expired license. DO NOT BOTHER CALLING HIM TO DO ANYTHING TO YOUR HOME. He's a used car salesman. He claims he has a crew and can work around the clock to get the job done. His "crew" is his children. He claims to be a general contractor and can do everything from...
PSI Clean
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Reviewed in February 2019
The design aspect of the process was a delight. Zinnia presented me with tile, flooring and vanity options that matched our taste and room style. She explained pricing and choices based on my description of what we envisioned. They were flexible and professional at every step. The builders were...
Haydenville Woodworking & Design
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Clukey Construction

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Clukey Construction for a small 6x10 mudroom addition, with a deck, to my house. Shawn and Clukey Construction were extremely professional and easy to work with throughout the construction process. Shawn made excellent design suggestions based on his experience and always made sure I was comfortable with each decision. The work was done efficiently and is of excellent quality. I am extremely pleased with the end result and will definitely hire Clukey Construction for future projects."

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Empire Today - Hartford

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Showed up on time and worked their butts off for 9 hrs floors look great. Highly recommend them"

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Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Smith Tile, Flooring, and Renovations

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Such a pleasure to work with and very down to earth. Finished tile job was top notch!"

Response time50 mins

Response rate92%

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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Prompt response… very professional! I have been without a sink for two weeks, called a few companies and no follow up.. Tejadas was able to fit me in right away.. they were at my home on time and did a great job cutting my granite countertop and positioned my sink to get installed by the plumber… I would definitely hire them again for any future jobs"

Response time1 day

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Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Palacios Home Improvements

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Santos did amazing work and finished the job well within the timeframe we requested. He was on the job site when he said he would be and always responded to my texts or calls. I would recommend him to anyone looking for interior painting work."

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Response time5 hrs

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"An extremely important project for me! Great results and happy with the outcome!"

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

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Customers say: Terrific value

"Kurt is great at what he does and takes pride in customer satisfaction"

Response time10 mins

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Hansen Contracting

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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Hansen Contracting has more than 25 years of experience for all of your contracting needs. We specialize in new residential construction as well as general home remodeling.

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Sonart Construction Corp.

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."

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ChoruzekPro Cleaning Co.

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Serving Wendell, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I’m a local firefighter and business owner who takes pride in reliability, attention to detail, and doing the job right the first time. We provide consistent, high-quality cleaning for homes and commercial spaces, showing up on time and treating every property with care. Customer satisfaction and trust are always our top priorities.

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Yes. You can tile over tile if the old tile is in good shape, but this will also create a thicker floor. As a result, you may have to remove and readjust baseboards and other room trimmings and potentially even raise door heights to work with the higher floors. In most projects, it’s best to remove the old tile before installing a new tile floor.

To ensure an even and unbending surface to lay tiles on, you’ll typically need to put a subfloor under a tile floor. Fiber cement backboards are the most common choice, but using plywood is also possible. Don’t neglect this step, or you could risk water damage and grout or tiles prematurely cracking or crumbling, especially in an area with high foot traffic.

On average, tiling a shower costs between $1,800 and $5,000, with most people paying around $2,700. The price of this project depends on multiple factors, including the kind of tile you choose, the size of your shower, and labor rates in your area. If you decide to tile your own shower (instead of hiring a professional), it’ll likely cost $800 to $1,400.

Yes, your shower pan goes underneath your tiling and helps prevent excess water from seeping into the floor. Without the shower pan under your tile, water will seep through the grout and into the flooring. This will eventually lead to mold growth and serious water damage that could cost thousands of dollars to fix.

Like glass tiles, you will not need to seal most porcelain tiles, particularly if the porcelain is already glazed. It depends on quality. Porcelain is very water resistant, but it is not 100% waterproof. To avoid staining, some homeowners use a penetrating sealer. It is also a good idea to seal your grout. Unless you use epoxy grout, grout is very porous and can harbor bacteria, mold, and mildew.

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