Master Tile and Flooring Installers 30+ Years of Experience Veteran- & Woman-Owned and Operated Licensed | Registered | Insured Serving Philly, Delco, South Jersey
"this was an outstanding experience! Mike was coming in after we had another contractor do a subpar job. Tiling is absolutely an art form and Mike is the best at it. We couldn’t be happier and his pricing was very competitive. Would recommend to anyone. Will be using him again."
Kara B on November 2023
Master Tile and Flooring Installers 30+ Years of Experience Veteran- & Woman-Owned and Operated Licensed | Registered | Insured Serving Philly, Delco, South Jersey
"this was an outstanding experience! Mike was coming in after we had another contractor do a subpar job. Tiling is absolutely an art form and Mike is the best at it. We couldn’t be happier and his pricing was very competitive. Would recommend to anyone. Will be using him again."
Sparkle Surface Care, a premiere family owned floor care company since '83. Workmanship Guaranteed while assuring a Preferred Customer Service Experience! Highly reviewed google 4.9+ rating, specializing in all Residential & Commercial. Impressive Accomplishments Set Us Apart! IICRC trained Certified Master Restorer, Stone & Tile Pro's Member, NWFA Certified. Residential: Deep Steam Cleaning- Effective Natural Solutions whenever possible! (Carpet & Upholstery, Tile & Grout, Stone). Marble, Granite & Natural Stone Restoration & Polishing. Hardwood Floor Refinishing- Dustless Technology - Safer Finishes. Quality Craftsmanship-Peer Reviewed (repairs-dustless sanding-safer finishes) impeccable results! People Love Their Hardwood Floors All Over Again, Even Rave About Them! Too far gone, we Install Too! IICRC trained Certified Master Restorer, Stone & Tile Pro's Member, NWFA Certified. One call to maintain all the beautiful things inside your home. Results you will love, and a service experience that will surprise, even delight you. Expect honest, trustworthy, friendly staff. to help you. As with anything, you get what you pay for, and honestly our service is not for everyone. If you want the cheapest job with little or no guarantee, we respectfully ask that you call someone else. Our equipment & services costs are slightly higher than the discount coupon cleaners, but so are our results! Guaranteed! Results with a service experience you'll love! Commercial- Almost Unrivaled VCT Strip & Wax! "Enhanced Steam Rinsing" prepares floor like nothing else for optimal shine, not replicated by traditional floor care team efforts! All work done in the capable hands of staff with over 120+ years experience! Other deep steam truck mount cleaning for tile, grout, stone, carpet & other comm flooring. Natural Stone Restoration & Polishing. (ideal for especially difficult cleaning challenges!) Want to see more? See pictures & projects >https://sparklesurfacecare.com/case-studies/
"Very well and very professional."
Kathleen L on October 2020
Sparkle Surface Care, a premiere family owned floor care company since '83. Workmanship Guaranteed while assuring a Preferred Customer Service Experience! Highly reviewed google 4.9+ rating, specializing in all Residential & Commercial. Impressive Accomplishments Set Us Apart! IICRC trained Certified Master Restorer, Stone & Tile Pro's Member, NWFA Certified. Residential: Deep Steam Cleaning- Effective Natural Solutions whenever possible! (Carpet & Upholstery, Tile & Grout, Stone). Marble, Granite & Natural Stone Restoration & Polishing. Hardwood Floor Refinishing- Dustless Technology - Safer Finishes. Quality Craftsmanship-Peer Reviewed (repairs-dustless sanding-safer finishes) impeccable results! People Love Their Hardwood Floors All Over Again, Even Rave About Them! Too far gone, we Install Too! IICRC trained Certified Master Restorer, Stone & Tile Pro's Member, NWFA Certified. One call to maintain all the beautiful things inside your home. Results you will love, and a service experience that will surprise, even delight you. Expect honest, trustworthy, friendly staff. to help you. As with anything, you get what you pay for, and honestly our service is not for everyone. If you want the cheapest job with little or no guarantee, we respectfully ask that you call someone else. Our equipment & services costs are slightly higher than the discount coupon cleaners, but so are our results! Guaranteed! Results with a service experience you'll love! Commercial- Almost Unrivaled VCT Strip & Wax! "Enhanced Steam Rinsing" prepares floor like nothing else for optimal shine, not replicated by traditional floor care team efforts! All work done in the capable hands of staff with over 120+ years experience! Other deep steam truck mount cleaning for tile, grout, stone, carpet & other comm flooring. Natural Stone Restoration & Polishing. (ideal for especially difficult cleaning challenges!) Want to see more? See pictures & projects >https://sparklesurfacecare.com/case-studies/
With over 25 years industry experience, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of stone and tile services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in ceramic, porcelain, and a variety of natural stone tile installation. With pride. ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Joe had repaired a friendâ s shower and they were very satisfied with the job, So on their recommendation we hired Joe. Our shower had slowly leaked and had severely damaged some dry wall located adjacent to the shower. Joe knew the problem and outlined the various steps that he would he have to take. To shorten this review a bit, he did an excellent job. Heâ s honest, very skilled and a good communicator. We highly recommend him."
Raymond E on October 2024
With over 25 years industry experience, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of stone and tile services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in ceramic, porcelain, and a variety of natural stone tile installation. With pride. ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Joe had repaired a friendâ s shower and they were very satisfied with the job, So on their recommendation we hired Joe. Our shower had slowly leaked and had severely damaged some dry wall located adjacent to the shower. Joe knew the problem and outlined the various steps that he would he have to take. To shorten this review a bit, he did an excellent job. Heâ s honest, very skilled and a good communicator. We highly recommend him."
Home Techs, LLC, has a single mission: complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, licensed professionals. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. This approach has set us apart and made us one of the leading addition and remodel companies in Egg Harbor Township.
"We originally reached out to Home Techs to do repairs resulting from a flood. Joe got back to us right away and came out to view the damage within a few days. We expanded the original job to include replacing the floors throughout the downstairs, putting in a new bathroom, installing a new water heater, rebuilding a closet, fixing our heater/circuit board and replacing the thermostats. Joe kept us updated throughout the process. He was respectful and kind and did everything he could to keep us within our budget. We then hired him to do the roof. Thereâ s nothing he and his team canâ t do. It was a great experience and we heartily recommend Home Techs for all your home needs."
Denise R on February 2021
Home Techs, LLC, has a single mission: complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, licensed professionals. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. This approach has set us apart and made us one of the leading addition and remodel companies in Egg Harbor Township.
"We originally reached out to Home Techs to do repairs resulting from a flood. Joe got back to us right away and came out to view the damage within a few days. We expanded the original job to include replacing the floors throughout the downstairs, putting in a new bathroom, installing a new water heater, rebuilding a closet, fixing our heater/circuit board and replacing the thermostats. Joe kept us updated throughout the process. He was respectful and kind and did everything he could to keep us within our budget. We then hired him to do the roof. Thereâ s nothing he and his team canâ t do. It was a great experience and we heartily recommend Home Techs for all your home needs."
Tri-State Stone Doctor, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have decades of hands on experience providing innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Dan was professional, and his work was perfect. He puts his heart into his work and it shows. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone. If he does your job, you will not be disappointed. Great work!!"
bob z on March 2025
Tri-State Stone Doctor, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have decades of hands on experience providing innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Dan was professional, and his work was perfect. He puts his heart into his work and it shows. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone. If he does your job, you will not be disappointed. Great work!!"
If you're looking for quality tile work and honest rates in South Jersey, your search is over. Read our HomeAdvisor customer reviews to see that Fair & Square Tile is the right choice for your job.
"Mike is extremely professional and reliable He does excellent work at a very reasonable cost. He has come back several times to do minor and major jobs for me. My neighbors now use him too and have been very pleased. Can't recommend him any higher."
Bob R on June 2021
If you're looking for quality tile work and honest rates in South Jersey, your search is over. Read our HomeAdvisor customer reviews to see that Fair & Square Tile is the right choice for your job.
"Mike is extremely professional and reliable He does excellent work at a very reasonable cost. He has come back several times to do minor and major jobs for me. My neighbors now use him too and have been very pleased. Can't recommend him any higher."
Grout Geek, Inc.. started operations in 1998. We have two areas of focus: Floor/Tub Safety and Grout/Tile Restoration. Our staff and technicians are trained to recognize potential slip/fall hazards in homes, restaurants, hotels, motels, hospitals, malls, schools, and other public and private facilities. The majority of this work is slip prevention for floors in the commercial sector. We are currently servicing customers from Maine to Virginia. In Grout and Tile Restoration our target customer is residential. Our unique process concentrates on the cleaning and removal of dirt and harmful pathogens from shower stalls and tub areas as well as the cleaning and protecting of grout on floors. We are currently serving residential customers in Middlesex, Monmouth, Mercer, Ocean, Somerset, and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. We now have new Grout and Tile Restoration division located in Hingham, Massachusetts which is currently serving the Plymouth County area. Our commitment to our customers is unsurpassed anywhere. We will do the job, do it right and stand behind it forever. Our reputation goes on the line with every job we do, and the most important job we do is yours. Other services include scheduled high heat sanitizing of showers and tubs and slip prevention for tubs. We are fully insured and all of our estimates and demonstrations are always free.
"Mike did a great job on the tile and grout on my 2 bathrooms. He was very professional. He came on time and cleaned up. He was wonderful to work with."
Lorraine S on June 2025
Grout Geek, Inc.. started operations in 1998. We have two areas of focus: Floor/Tub Safety and Grout/Tile Restoration. Our staff and technicians are trained to recognize potential slip/fall hazards in homes, restaurants, hotels, motels, hospitals, malls, schools, and other public and private facilities. The majority of this work is slip prevention for floors in the commercial sector. We are currently servicing customers from Maine to Virginia. In Grout and Tile Restoration our target customer is residential. Our unique process concentrates on the cleaning and removal of dirt and harmful pathogens from shower stalls and tub areas as well as the cleaning and protecting of grout on floors. We are currently serving residential customers in Middlesex, Monmouth, Mercer, Ocean, Somerset, and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. We now have new Grout and Tile Restoration division located in Hingham, Massachusetts which is currently serving the Plymouth County area. Our commitment to our customers is unsurpassed anywhere. We will do the job, do it right and stand behind it forever. Our reputation goes on the line with every job we do, and the most important job we do is yours. Other services include scheduled high heat sanitizing of showers and tubs and slip prevention for tubs. We are fully insured and all of our estimates and demonstrations are always free.
"Mike did a great job on the tile and grout on my 2 bathrooms. He was very professional. He came on time and cleaned up. He was wonderful to work with."
Sam has been in business for over 10 years and would love the opportunity to show you what experience and expertise can mean for the overall value of your project.
"To whom this may concern It gives me great pleasure to write this review of Sam and the SRL Tileworks Company. Right from the very beginning, he assessed the entire unfinished flooring. Space, came up with a plan and completely followed through on the tile installation for my family room and office space. A little over 700 ft.² that had a few dynamic curbs and an uneven concrete floor. Sam was able to masterfully navigate Not only the floor but the design that I had drawn up. I have been in the Tile business for going on 15 years and another 23 years as an architect. Sam Is a talented Tile Contractor bordering on tile artist. I would highly recommend him to be used for your next major project. Being someone who has had a lot of work done to my house. I look for contractors that keep their word, masterful at the craft and sweat the details. Sam and SLR Tile works is all the above."
Steve C on July 2025
Sam has been in business for over 10 years and would love the opportunity to show you what experience and expertise can mean for the overall value of your project.
"To whom this may concern It gives me great pleasure to write this review of Sam and the SRL Tileworks Company. Right from the very beginning, he assessed the entire unfinished flooring. Space, came up with a plan and completely followed through on the tile installation for my family room and office space. A little over 700 ft.² that had a few dynamic curbs and an uneven concrete floor. Sam was able to masterfully navigate Not only the floor but the design that I had drawn up. I have been in the Tile business for going on 15 years and another 23 years as an architect. Sam Is a talented Tile Contractor bordering on tile artist. I would highly recommend him to be used for your next major project. Being someone who has had a lot of work done to my house. I look for contractors that keep their word, masterful at the craft and sweat the details. Sam and SLR Tile works is all the above."
We work with safety to provide a great quality job for our customers. Fully insured. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"William was excellent, fast, and left the place spotless. Refinished hardwood floors like the pro he is. We especially liked his presentation of the stain choices applied to the freshly sanded floor. Great job - highly recommend.
Not only a floor specialist, William is an excellent handyman - for a very reasonable price, we rehired him to hang 75 inch TV on wall."
Carl M on November 2025
We work with safety to provide a great quality job for our customers. Fully insured. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"William was excellent, fast, and left the place spotless. Refinished hardwood floors like the pro he is. We especially liked his presentation of the stain choices applied to the freshly sanded floor. Great job - highly recommend.
Not only a floor specialist, William is an excellent handyman - for a very reasonable price, we rehired him to hang 75 inch TV on wall."
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"The job was exceedingly done and in a timely fashion. It made the house look new."
Sharon T on May 2024
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"The job was exceedingly done and in a timely fashion. It made the house look new."
Sharon T on May 2024
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts
You can attach tiles to a wall using thin-set mortar. You’ll also need a notched trowel to create grooves within the adhesive so it flattens completely when pressed in and securely holds the wall tiles. Finally, you’ll need grout to smooth the gaps between the tiles and, ideally, a grout sealer to prevent mold. While it sounds simple enough, proper planning and execution are crucial, so carefully review the steps in this guide or hire a pro tile installer to complete this project.
You can expect it to take three to four days to fully install a kitchen backsplash—most of the time, waiting for the mortar and grout to dry. The actual process of putting up tiles is relatively quick. You’ll spend a fair amount of time laying out the tiles, ensuring they’re perfectly aligned. Also, if you have to remove the current backsplash, that will also add time to your project.
You can lay tile directly on a plywood countertop, but if it’s a high-traffic surface in a kitchen, it’s better to add a moisture-resistant base. Plywood is susceptible to moisture, so if dampness seeps through from the surface around the sink or where you prep food, it can cause the plywood to warp, leading to grout damage, cracked tiles, or mold growth under the surface.
Porcelain countertops have a fairly long life span, sometimes lasting for decades. Depending on how much wear and tear you put your countertops through, it could last 25 to 50 years. But be warned, porcelain is also prone to cracking, so as long as you take good care of it, you’ll have those countertops looking brand new for years to come.
When choosing tiles for a shower floor, avoid highly porous tile materials, like those with a water absorption rating over 7%. Don’t use non-vitreous tiles, or tiles fired at low temperatures, because they will absorb more water. If you use a highly porous tile in the shower, the tiles can wear down faster, meaning they’ll need to be replaced much sooner.
The Galloway, NJ homeowners’ guide to ceramic tile services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Tile varies dramatically in price, but there’s something for every budget. This guide will help you plan for tile installation costs, no matter the project.
Tackling a tiling project can be challenging if you don’t have the right tools to work with. Here are the essential tiling tools you’ll need for your next DIY.
Learn how to tile a shower with our comprehensive DIY guide. Following these step-by-step instructions will result in a professional-looking tile finish.
If your grout lines look worn out or aren’t the right color for your space, it’s easy to give them a refresh. Here’s how to change grout color for under $50.
