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Hansen's Custom Countertop Services Inc

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Hansen's Custom Countertop Services Inc

4.92(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hansen's is a second generation, family owned and operated business that's been servicing the Twin City area for over four decades. Almost two decades at our current location. At Hansen's, we stake our reputation on EVERY job we do! We put our hands-on experience and years of integrity into each and every project, guaranteed! At Hansen's, you can be assured that all your design needs and desires will be handled with the careful attention to detail that your project deserves! Our full display showroom will let you see our full range of products and manufacturers. Although a professional, on-site measure is included in every top we install, most jobs can be bid in our showroom with even the roughest overview sketch and some approximate measurements. Like many family business our size, our showroom is not staffed full time. Our showroom hours are flexible and we encourage you to give us a call to set up a convenient appointment. Most times you'll find that just calling ahead will get you straight in to visit us. Unlike many countertop suppliers, at Hansen's you can be assured of the latest and most advanced tools and fabrication technology that keeps us at the forefront in an ever changing countertop industry. Let us show you how to achieve affordable pricing without sacrificing quality or selection! Your trust is the very first thing we build and we believe that nobody is better suited to handle your project from sketch and product selection all the way to the finished product. You've waited long enough to get the kitchen you deserve. Let all of us at Hansen's help build that dream kitchen for you! We use a licensed plumber for all projects that require plumbing - (plumbing licensing information available on request) Because we provide so many different options in countertop surfaces, certain products require the use of subcontractors. Rest assured that every professional that we use are the same people who've helped us build our rock solid reputation...

"Troy was so helpful and knowledgeable. Helped us save thousands with our kitchen countertop remodel and I couldn't be more pleased with how it all turned out."

erica D on October 2021

Hansen's is a second generation, family owned and operated business that's been servicing the Twin City area for over four decades. Almost two decades at our current location. At Hansen's, we stake our reputation on EVERY job we do! We put our hands-on experience and years of integrity into each and every project, guaranteed! At Hansen's, you can be assured that all your design needs and desires will be handled with the careful attention to detail that your project deserves! Our full display showroom will let you see our full range of products and manufacturers. Although a professional, on-site measure is included in every top we install, most jobs can be bid in our showroom with even the roughest overview sketch and some approximate measurements. Like many family business our size, our showroom is not staffed full time. Our showroom hours are flexible and we encourage you to give us a call to set up a convenient appointment. Most times you'll find that just calling ahead will get you straight in to visit us. Unlike many countertop suppliers, at Hansen's you can be assured of the latest and most advanced tools and fabrication technology that keeps us at the forefront in an ever changing countertop industry. Let us show you how to achieve affordable pricing without sacrificing quality or selection! Your trust is the very first thing we build and we believe that nobody is better suited to handle your project from sketch and product selection all the way to the finished product. You've waited long enough to get the kitchen you deserve. Let all of us at Hansen's help build that dream kitchen for you! We use a licensed plumber for all projects that require plumbing - (plumbing licensing information available on request) Because we provide so many different options in countertop surfaces, certain products require the use of subcontractors. Rest assured that every professional that we use are the same people who've helped us build our rock solid reputation...

"Troy was so helpful and knowledgeable. Helped us save thousands with our kitchen countertop remodel and I couldn't be more pleased with how it all turned out."

erica D on October 2021


"Kelly and his helper did a great job installing our tile! We had approximately 400 square feet installed and it looks awesome. We were trying to get our floor completed before Christmas and Kelly was able to get it done. Thank you very much!!!"

Gary S on February 2018

Additional svc area: stearns county & portions of wright county.

"Kelly and his helper did a great job installing our tile! We had approximately 400 square feet installed and it looks awesome. We were trying to get our floor completed before Christmas and Kelly was able to get it done. Thank you very much!!!"

Gary S on February 2018


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Home For A Change

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Home For A Change

4.91(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Home For A Change offers interior design services in Naples, Fl. (including surrounding areas) and Minneapolis/St. Paul. We are a full design service with many options for you to choose from, depending on your project! New construction, remodels, kitchen and bath design and design consultations that offer "inspiration" for you to follow on your own, also shopping service, furniture, window treatments, accessories and wall and floor finishes. Give me a call if you are looking for carpet, hardwood, tile or kitchen remodel. I will allow you access to my "wholesale members only" store (many locations throughout Florida and Minnesota). If you schedule a design consultation, a complementary design service is included for help with selecting your finishes at my flooring store. Are you moving from Minnesota to Florida or thinking of becoming a "snowbird"? I can help you on both sides, starting with your current home. This service is a consultation that would help you with colors, fabrics, furniture and accessories. We could then evaluate your new place in Florida and use what you have if necessary! On the Florida side, help with paint colors, furniture and accessory shopping or helping to place your existing furniture or any other help you need to create your "home in paradise"!

"I’ve worked with Susan on several houses. She has an eagle eye for color, style and arranging a home. I appreciate she has good contacts at stores where we shop. Susan is efficient and watches the price. She’s the best and I’ve recommended her to many people. She is a true professional!"

Gara G on September 2023

Home For A Change offers interior design services in Naples, Fl. (including surrounding areas) and Minneapolis/St. Paul. We are a full design service with many options for you to choose from, depending on your project! New construction, remodels, kitchen and bath design and design consultations that offer "inspiration" for you to follow on your own, also shopping service, furniture, window treatments, accessories and wall and floor finishes. Give me a call if you are looking for carpet, hardwood, tile or kitchen remodel. I will allow you access to my "wholesale members only" store (many locations throughout Florida and Minnesota). If you schedule a design consultation, a complementary design service is included for help with selecting your finishes at my flooring store. Are you moving from Minnesota to Florida or thinking of becoming a "snowbird"? I can help you on both sides, starting with your current home. This service is a consultation that would help you with colors, fabrics, furniture and accessories. We could then evaluate your new place in Florida and use what you have if necessary! On the Florida side, help with paint colors, furniture and accessory shopping or helping to place your existing furniture or any other help you need to create your "home in paradise"!

"I’ve worked with Susan on several houses. She has an eagle eye for color, style and arranging a home. I appreciate she has good contacts at stores where we shop. Susan is efficient and watches the price. She’s the best and I’ve recommended her to many people. She is a true professional!"

Gara G on September 2023


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Surface Surgeons

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Surface Surgeons

4.82(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Surface Surgeons provide customized interior carpet care. Your home is unique and your carpet care should be too. Surface Surgeons listens to your concerns and addresses your specific needs to effectively and correctly deal your carpet to your satisfaction. We also offer upholstery cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, and pet odor detection and neutralization. Surface Surgeons is a privately owned and operated Twin Cities company. We are I.I.C.R.C certified and proudly use Green Seal certified products.

The Surface Surgeons provide customized interior carpet care. Your home is unique and your carpet care should be too. Surface Surgeons listens to your concerns and addresses your specific needs to effectively and correctly deal your carpet to your satisfaction. We also offer upholstery cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, and pet odor detection and neutralization. Surface Surgeons is a privately owned and operated Twin Cities company. We are I.I.C.R.C certified and proudly use Green Seal certified products.


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Platinum Remodeling & Handyman Services

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Platinum Remodeling & Handyman Services

4.87(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Platinum Remodeling and Handyman Services was founded in February of 2005 when I bought out House Doctors-Southwest Metro. I had been the operations manager of House Doctors since it's inception in late 2002. I ran all of the day to day operations, estimated, scheduled, and managed all projects. When I started Platinum, I hired three of my previous co-workers and we never missed a beat! I have a degree in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Strategies from Iowa State University. This business degree paired with my experience and passion for residential remodeling made this venture a perfect fit. I am the third generation of Shonkwilers to own a construction company. I grew up in the remodeling and construction industry working for my father's company, Shonkwiler Brothers Construction. My father got started working with my grandfather and his company, Shonkwiler Construction. As of September 2007 my father has joined my team. I'm excited to bring his 32+ years in the residential construction industry, unmatched craftsmanship, integrity, and small town Iowa work ethic to the Twin Cities! I have acquired great employees with unique skill sets allowing us to complete a wide variety of projects. All employees are highly capable and take pride in a job well done. My employees are all "handy", but each has their own specialties and I use the employee that best suits your project. All employees have undergone background checks and drug tests. They are bonded and covered by workers compensation. I also have great subcontractors that I use on large projects and where licensed professionals (electricians, machinists, plumbers) are needed. We also use specialty subcontractors for things like large drywall projects, Cambria or stone countertops, floor refinishing, landscaping.....among many others. All of our work comes with a one year warranty on the labor, all materials carry the manufacturer's warranty. All subcontractors warrant their work as well. I have a Minnesota Residential Remodeler's license. The company is covered by liability insurance, worker's compensation and the employees are bonded.

"Platinum was excellent to work with. I have worked with them in the past as well. They are responsive, and the communications are both thorough and prompt. They always showed up when they said would, and they did what they said they would do. The project was completed quickly (but without shortcuts), and we actually came in under budget. I recommend them highly."

Laura P on February 2023

Platinum Remodeling and Handyman Services was founded in February of 2005 when I bought out House Doctors-Southwest Metro. I had been the operations manager of House Doctors since it's inception in late 2002. I ran all of the day to day operations, estimated, scheduled, and managed all projects. When I started Platinum, I hired three of my previous co-workers and we never missed a beat! I have a degree in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Strategies from Iowa State University. This business degree paired with my experience and passion for residential remodeling made this venture a perfect fit. I am the third generation of Shonkwilers to own a construction company. I grew up in the remodeling and construction industry working for my father's company, Shonkwiler Brothers Construction. My father got started working with my grandfather and his company, Shonkwiler Construction. As of September 2007 my father has joined my team. I'm excited to bring his 32+ years in the residential construction industry, unmatched craftsmanship, integrity, and small town Iowa work ethic to the Twin Cities! I have acquired great employees with unique skill sets allowing us to complete a wide variety of projects. All employees are highly capable and take pride in a job well done. My employees are all "handy", but each has their own specialties and I use the employee that best suits your project. All employees have undergone background checks and drug tests. They are bonded and covered by workers compensation. I also have great subcontractors that I use on large projects and where licensed professionals (electricians, machinists, plumbers) are needed. We also use specialty subcontractors for things like large drywall projects, Cambria or stone countertops, floor refinishing, landscaping.....among many others. All of our work comes with a one year warranty on the labor, all materials carry the manufacturer's warranty. All subcontractors warrant their work as well. I have a Minnesota Residential Remodeler's license. The company is covered by liability insurance, worker's compensation and the employees are bonded.

"Platinum was excellent to work with. I have worked with them in the past as well. They are responsive, and the communications are both thorough and prompt. They always showed up when they said would, and they did what they said they would do. The project was completed quickly (but without shortcuts), and we actually came in under budget. I recommend them highly."

Laura P on February 2023


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Above All Tile & Stone Inc.

4.97(
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Above All Tile & Stone Inc.

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Above All Tile & Stone takes great pride in every tile we lay & every Home we brighten. Its what we do, and we would like to do it for you. We treat Tile work as Art Work & your home is our Canvas. We are family Owned & Operated. Tile setting has been our families area of expertise for Generations. Residential & Commercial Perfection. We pride ourselves on our Attention to Detail, Customer Service & truly enjoy working with clients one on one, offering home design, trend and fashion ideas. Its not just the artistry we put into every job, its also our proven process that ensures complete accountability. We stand firm behind our work with a 7 Year Written Warranty on all the work we perform. We use only Premium High Grade Building Products to ensure that our work will last for many years for you to enjoy. We have received the ELITE SERVICE AWARD & HOME ADVISOR TOP RATED AWARD. Call, Text or Email us to schedule a Free In Home Estimate.

"The owner of Above All Tile and one, John Shar, did three projects for me in my 1930s era home: replaced the original tile in my main entryway; regrouted the tile in a bathroom; and tiled my fireplace. The entryway project was pretty straightforward except that the subfloor had a hump in it and the door jamb was not parallel to the floor. These unexpected issues were addressed at no additional cost and the floor turned out great. The bathroom regrouting required removal and replacement of what was probably the original grout. Some of the grout lines were so thin that it was really challenging to remove it. John worked from about 9:30 in the morning until about 8 at night to get the first phase of the project done. I had selected a grout color; however, John suggested that I reconsider at use a greyer shade of white in order to better match some existing grout. He took his suggestion and as a result, you cannot tell the newly grouted area from the original. The fireplace was a much more complicated project. The hearth was replaced, and this required that the old oak that “framed” the hearth over the oak floor be replaced with a thicker, tapered frame that John had to construct. It looks great. The fireplace surround had been brick. This was tiled over using a hand-made porcelain tile. However, it was extremely complicated to lay out because I wanted the all the tiles to have a vertical orientation and I did not want to have any of then cut. Among other things, this required that John frame in the outer perimeter of the surround with wood and the inner perimeter with plain black tile. The results are gorgeous! John showed himself to be a craftsman with great problem-solving abilities, artistic sensibilities, and a tremendous can-do attitude. His prices were very fair. I recommend Above All without hesitation."

JON S on October 2022

Above All Tile & Stone takes great pride in every tile we lay & every Home we brighten. Its what we do, and we would like to do it for you. We treat Tile work as Art Work & your home is our Canvas. We are family Owned & Operated. Tile setting has been our families area of expertise for Generations. Residential & Commercial Perfection. We pride ourselves on our Attention to Detail, Customer Service & truly enjoy working with clients one on one, offering home design, trend and fashion ideas. Its not just the artistry we put into every job, its also our proven process that ensures complete accountability. We stand firm behind our work with a 7 Year Written Warranty on all the work we perform. We use only Premium High Grade Building Products to ensure that our work will last for many years for you to enjoy. We have received the ELITE SERVICE AWARD & HOME ADVISOR TOP RATED AWARD. Call, Text or Email us to schedule a Free In Home Estimate.

"The owner of Above All Tile and one, John Shar, did three projects for me in my 1930s era home: replaced the original tile in my main entryway; regrouted the tile in a bathroom; and tiled my fireplace. The entryway project was pretty straightforward except that the subfloor had a hump in it and the door jamb was not parallel to the floor. These unexpected issues were addressed at no additional cost and the floor turned out great. The bathroom regrouting required removal and replacement of what was probably the original grout. Some of the grout lines were so thin that it was really challenging to remove it. John worked from about 9:30 in the morning until about 8 at night to get the first phase of the project done. I had selected a grout color; however, John suggested that I reconsider at use a greyer shade of white in order to better match some existing grout. He took his suggestion and as a result, you cannot tell the newly grouted area from the original. The fireplace was a much more complicated project. The hearth was replaced, and this required that the old oak that “framed” the hearth over the oak floor be replaced with a thicker, tapered frame that John had to construct. It looks great. The fireplace surround had been brick. This was tiled over using a hand-made porcelain tile. However, it was extremely complicated to lay out because I wanted the all the tiles to have a vertical orientation and I did not want to have any of then cut. Among other things, this required that John frame in the outer perimeter of the surround with wood and the inner perimeter with plain black tile. The results are gorgeous! John showed himself to be a craftsman with great problem-solving abilities, artistic sensibilities, and a tremendous can-do attitude. His prices were very fair. I recommend Above All without hesitation."

JON S on October 2022


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Aquatic Rock Formations LLC

5.00(
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Aquatic Rock Formations LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Aquatic Rock Formations, LLC is a specialty trade company that specializes in water feature construction, design, installation, repair and maintenance. The company owner is a 20 year professional in the water feature design/construction and repair business. We accept cash and check and offer free estimates within the 7 county metro area. Out-State by appointment and Fees. Additional email: [email protected]

Aquatic Rock Formations, LLC is a specialty trade company that specializes in water feature construction, design, installation, repair and maintenance. The company owner is a 20 year professional in the water feature design/construction and repair business. We accept cash and check and offer free estimates within the 7 county metro area. Out-State by appointment and Fees. Additional email: [email protected]


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Kitchen Solutions LLC

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Kitchen Solutions LLC

4.88(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

The downturn in the new home market hasn't hurt the "mini-remodeling" industry. . People are staying put and because of that, especially want to be able to enjoy their homes, especially the kitchen and baths. This means a growing market for upgrades and updates that don't involve major remodeling and enormous budgets. Kitchen Solutions is in the business of simplifying and improving our customers' homes. "We make wood look good." Award winning.

"Great job.I am pleased."

Michael L on August 2022

The downturn in the new home market hasn't hurt the "mini-remodeling" industry. . People are staying put and because of that, especially want to be able to enjoy their homes, especially the kitchen and baths. This means a growing market for upgrades and updates that don't involve major remodeling and enormous budgets. Kitchen Solutions is in the business of simplifying and improving our customers' homes. "We make wood look good." Award winning.

"Great job.I am pleased."

Michael L on August 2022


Universal Stone, Inc.

4.78(
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Universal Stone, Inc.

4.78(
69
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are professional fabricators & installers of granite, natural stone and quartz countertops, fireplaces, shower & tub surrounds, backsplashes etc.

"This is the counter top I have! Do not EVER purchase quartz counters made by Universal Stone, after this experience I wouldn’t trust anything from them. They have their own line of quartz and they may LOOK beautiful but they are terrible!!! I have had them for less than a year!! I can’t even have my children do homework in our kitchen, on the huge beautiful island we had installed because they have absolutely NO durability. The spiral of a notebook, a tin pan of brownies cut with a butter knife, the buckle of a purse gently set down can and WILL make grey linear markings all over that cannot be removed by ANY per their words “safe” cleaners. I tried everything from diluted alcohol, rubbing alcohol on small spots, soft scrub gel (removed some but left a different stain), their $30 Bravo cleaner they assured me would work, 409 for counters, NONE OF THEM WORKED!! Then I tried Bar Keepers Friend on one small spot after researching and it worked but left a bright white mark and after checking with them I was told to never use it as it damages the counter-that one was my mistake. I informed them of everything and they sent a tech out today. And to my surprise he insisted on using Bar Keepers Friend. Again it worked like I knew it would, but it ALSO left the counter top in that area whiter than the rest. I didn’t allow him to do the other 10+ areas as I was told to avoid BKF from their staff and I didn’t want him to ruin anything further. He told me I needed to contact Jenna then, so I did. She said my counters and fine and nothing is wrong with them and that their staff can use BKF because they have been trained (but he left the same white marks I did) but homeowners should not us it. How can I keep my counters scuff free when the only product that works makes the spots 10x by both myself and their tech. I have normal manufactured white quartz at our cabin and have had ZERO issues with marks or staining, so the problem is clearly with the ones they manufacture. My initial island they installed had two bright white lines going down the whole thing and another bright white spot. I pointed it out to the tech when he came by after install and he said there was nothing he could do. Reached out to Jenna my sales rep and eventually got it replaced at no cost to me….. great, EXCEPT had I known how unusable the countertop material really was I would have had them all removed at that time. They clearly make a very poor quality quartz counter and tahr ZERO responsibility for it. Per them, there is “nothing wrong with them” but I also can’t clean off the multiple marks all over my counters unless I use BKF and turn the grey linear marks into big white blotches which is NOT a solution to the problem. My family and I barely use the counters because of all these issues. We invested in redoing our kitchen and intended for it to be the main gathering place of our home but Universal Stone has ruined that. See Google review for pictures: The first 3 pictures are if the island the initially installed. Everything after that is some of the markings/stains in multiple places. The last picture is the white blotches he left after fixing 1 area. On top of this there are also chips in two areas and one of the sides of the island didn’t get fuller sanded/buffered before install- (this part I just told them today so they have not had an opportunity to correct but I’m also not getting my hopes up) STAY FAR AWAY FROM ANY UNIVERSAL STONE MADE QUARTZ!"

Natalie P on August 2024

We are professional fabricators & installers of granite, natural stone and quartz countertops, fireplaces, shower & tub surrounds, backsplashes etc.

"This is the counter top I have! Do not EVER purchase quartz counters made by Universal Stone, after this experience I wouldn’t trust anything from them. They have their own line of quartz and they may LOOK beautiful but they are terrible!!! I have had them for less than a year!! I can’t even have my children do homework in our kitchen, on the huge beautiful island we had installed because they have absolutely NO durability. The spiral of a notebook, a tin pan of brownies cut with a butter knife, the buckle of a purse gently set down can and WILL make grey linear markings all over that cannot be removed by ANY per their words “safe” cleaners. I tried everything from diluted alcohol, rubbing alcohol on small spots, soft scrub gel (removed some but left a different stain), their $30 Bravo cleaner they assured me would work, 409 for counters, NONE OF THEM WORKED!! Then I tried Bar Keepers Friend on one small spot after researching and it worked but left a bright white mark and after checking with them I was told to never use it as it damages the counter-that one was my mistake. I informed them of everything and they sent a tech out today. And to my surprise he insisted on using Bar Keepers Friend. Again it worked like I knew it would, but it ALSO left the counter top in that area whiter than the rest. I didn’t allow him to do the other 10+ areas as I was told to avoid BKF from their staff and I didn’t want him to ruin anything further. He told me I needed to contact Jenna then, so I did. She said my counters and fine and nothing is wrong with them and that their staff can use BKF because they have been trained (but he left the same white marks I did) but homeowners should not us it. How can I keep my counters scuff free when the only product that works makes the spots 10x by both myself and their tech. I have normal manufactured white quartz at our cabin and have had ZERO issues with marks or staining, so the problem is clearly with the ones they manufacture. My initial island they installed had two bright white lines going down the whole thing and another bright white spot. I pointed it out to the tech when he came by after install and he said there was nothing he could do. Reached out to Jenna my sales rep and eventually got it replaced at no cost to me….. great, EXCEPT had I known how unusable the countertop material really was I would have had them all removed at that time. They clearly make a very poor quality quartz counter and tahr ZERO responsibility for it. Per them, there is “nothing wrong with them” but I also can’t clean off the multiple marks all over my counters unless I use BKF and turn the grey linear marks into big white blotches which is NOT a solution to the problem. My family and I barely use the counters because of all these issues. We invested in redoing our kitchen and intended for it to be the main gathering place of our home but Universal Stone has ruined that. See Google review for pictures: The first 3 pictures are if the island the initially installed. Everything after that is some of the markings/stains in multiple places. The last picture is the white blotches he left after fixing 1 area. On top of this there are also chips in two areas and one of the sides of the island didn’t get fuller sanded/buffered before install- (this part I just told them today so they have not had an opportunity to correct but I’m also not getting my hopes up) STAY FAR AWAY FROM ANY UNIVERSAL STONE MADE QUARTZ!"

Natalie P on August 2024


Orfield Design & Construction Inc

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Orfield Design & Construction Inc

4.84(
80
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our company has provided complete general contracting services for residential remodeling projects since 1978. Employees. Use only Licensed & Insured Sub-Contractors with long-term relationships. MN Lic. # BC-2562. Serving The Twin Cities Since 1978. EPA RRP Certified

"Overall, the project went very well, We are happy with the quality of the work and the result. The plans were creative, and we were happy with the design selections and guidance. There were a few unexpected changes to layout due to structural constraints, which resulted in a less efficient flow. The cost of change orders were not clearly explained prior to execution. The contractor was very hands on and at the job site extensively, and she was easy to get a hold of. The carpenter was not available to work on the project on Fridays, which did extend the project timeline. The contractor pointed out repairs/improvements that needed to be made to bring the home up to code. This added cost, but was necessary and appreciated."

Karen N on November 2018

Our company has provided complete general contracting services for residential remodeling projects since 1978. Employees. Use only Licensed & Insured Sub-Contractors with long-term relationships. MN Lic. # BC-2562. Serving The Twin Cities Since 1978. EPA RRP Certified

"Overall, the project went very well, We are happy with the quality of the work and the result. The plans were creative, and we were happy with the design selections and guidance. There were a few unexpected changes to layout due to structural constraints, which resulted in a less efficient flow. The cost of change orders were not clearly explained prior to execution. The contractor was very hands on and at the job site extensively, and she was easy to get a hold of. The carpenter was not available to work on the project on Fridays, which did extend the project timeline. The contractor pointed out repairs/improvements that needed to be made to bring the home up to code. This added cost, but was necessary and appreciated."

Karen N on November 2018

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Marble and Granite questions, answered by experts

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.

Tiles last for around 100 years or more. Tiles on backsplashes can last even longer since they’re less likely to crack under foot traffic or from accidental drops, but even tile in high-traffic flooring can last a century or more with proper installation and upkeep. Porcelain tiles are denser and stronger than standard ceramic tiles, so they’ll last longer, often pushing past the 100-year mark.

The difference between floor and wall tiles is that floor tiles generally have higher strength and porosity ratings than wall tiles. Wall tiles are typically weaker and more likely to crack or become damaged under sustained pressure like high foot traffic. 

For this reason, avoid using wall tiles on floors and vice versa.

Different types of tile cutters may work best depending on the type of tile you are cutting and the size of your project. There are two main types of tile cutters: manual and electric. Manual tile cutters are quick and easy to use for small projects and softer tile materials, but they can only make straight cuts. Electric tile cutters make light work of big projects and can cut through harder materials.

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

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