Bates Steam Cleaning proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Quick service. Dave was great!"
Paul D on August 2025
Bates Steam Cleaning proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
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!
"Anni did a fabulous job replacing the kitchen floor tiles after a water leak. They arrived at the appointed time, worked non stop and cleaned up the area. We highly recommend him. Their estimate was very fair. They with replacing the large plank porcelain times making sure that everything was done perfectly "
Chris C on December 2025
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!
"Anni did a fabulous job replacing the kitchen floor tiles after a water leak. They arrived at the appointed time, worked non stop and cleaned up the area. We highly recommend him. Their estimate was very fair. They with replacing the large plank porcelain times making sure that everything was done perfectly "
JJ Michaels Property Management is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"J & K are professional and very knowledgeable on my project. I will review to others in need and myself as well. Call them, you won’t regret it."
John Michael H on January 2025
JJ Michaels Property Management is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"J & K are professional and very knowledgeable on my project. I will review to others in need and myself as well. Call them, you won’t regret it."
We are a full service building and remodeling contractor. We have been in the construction industry for more than 20 years. We remodel all aspects of your home, Kitchens, Baths, living areas and so much more. We also will build new homes, decks, garages, and out buildings. Our ability to accurately price jobs, puts us in a league of our own. We have the Best People, Best Products, Best Results, Everytime. Come experience the differences.
"Joe and his team put a beautiful addition on to my house. He did a great job of communicating and worked with us on pricing throughout. I would recommend him without hesitation."
Jesse Y on May 2024
We are a full service building and remodeling contractor. We have been in the construction industry for more than 20 years. We remodel all aspects of your home, Kitchens, Baths, living areas and so much more. We also will build new homes, decks, garages, and out buildings. Our ability to accurately price jobs, puts us in a league of our own. We have the Best People, Best Products, Best Results, Everytime. Come experience the differences.
"Joe and his team put a beautiful addition on to my house. He did a great job of communicating and worked with us on pricing throughout. I would recommend him without hesitation."
Empire Today®, known for its famous 800-588-2300® jingle, has been a leading provider of installed home improvements and home furnishings for more than 60 years. Empire® offers quality, name-brand carpet, hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, and window treatments to both residential and commercial business customers. Empire provides shop-at-home convenience and on-site consultations, quality products at great prices, and professional installation, even as soon as the Next Day* to 75 of the largest metropolitan areas across the United States. With more than three million satisfied customers, Empire Today is dedicated to customer satisfaction. *On in-stock carpet and flooring styles only in select areas. Excludes floor prep.
"Good experience"
Veronica e on October 2023
Empire Today®, known for its famous 800-588-2300® jingle, has been a leading provider of installed home improvements and home furnishings for more than 60 years. Empire® offers quality, name-brand carpet, hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, and window treatments to both residential and commercial business customers. Empire provides shop-at-home convenience and on-site consultations, quality products at great prices, and professional installation, even as soon as the Next Day* to 75 of the largest metropolitan areas across the United States. With more than three million satisfied customers, Empire Today is dedicated to customer satisfaction. *On in-stock carpet and flooring styles only in select areas. Excludes floor prep.
Oxi Fresh is a revolutionary carpet cleaning company that is committed to being green. Our carpet cleaning technology creates a powerful, oxygenated cleaning system that breaks down spots so that they can be effectively removed from the carpet pile. Plus, our green carpet cleaning is safe for children and pets, leaves no sticky residue, and has a fast one-hour dry time! With our standards of excellence, our carpet cleaners wouldn’t accept anything less.
"I have used this company several time now, and I believe their service is top notch. Everything looks so fresh and for a lower price than other companies."
Mariana W on June 2018
Oxi Fresh is a revolutionary carpet cleaning company that is committed to being green. Our carpet cleaning technology creates a powerful, oxygenated cleaning system that breaks down spots so that they can be effectively removed from the carpet pile. Plus, our green carpet cleaning is safe for children and pets, leaves no sticky residue, and has a fast one-hour dry time! With our standards of excellence, our carpet cleaners wouldn’t accept anything less.
"I have used this company several time now, and I believe their service is top notch. Everything looks so fresh and for a lower price than other companies."
For Carpets & Upholstery Fresh as a Rose ! Carpet cleaning & upholstery cleaning,Drapery Cleaning. Professionally cleaned by USMC Veteran owner since 1989. We also sell new & used vacuum cleaners, air cleaners and household cleaning products that are eco friendly. Authorized Distributor of Therma-Clean AF2, Von Schrader Associate . We now feature ?, ?, ?,Mountain Fresh,Herbal, and also have pet deodorizing and stain products. Also painting services. We also offer all Amway products. I service 150 mile radius of Lee MA. https://seal-central-westernma.bbb.org/frame/blue-seal-187-130-whitetxt-bbb-332878.png?chk=7E5BBC836E
"Excellent work by all standards throughout the whole process"
Jon L on March 2024
For Carpets & Upholstery Fresh as a Rose ! Carpet cleaning & upholstery cleaning,Drapery Cleaning. Professionally cleaned by USMC Veteran owner since 1989. We also sell new & used vacuum cleaners, air cleaners and household cleaning products that are eco friendly. Authorized Distributor of Therma-Clean AF2, Von Schrader Associate . We now feature ?, ?, ?,Mountain Fresh,Herbal, and also have pet deodorizing and stain products. Also painting services. We also offer all Amway products. I service 150 mile radius of Lee MA. https://seal-central-westernma.bbb.org/frame/blue-seal-187-130-whitetxt-bbb-332878.png?chk=7E5BBC836E
"Excellent work by all standards throughout the whole process"
Aurora Stone provides Custom Stone Services including Design, Templating, Fabrication and Installation for Residential and Commercial Projects. Aurora Stone is proud to be a Certified Fabricator for the highest quality Engineered and Recycled Surfaces. Our Best Practice’s proudly include the standards and technical specifications set forth by the Natural Stone Institute, formerly the Marble Institute of America and the Building Stone Institute. Aurora Stone offers an Indoor, Climate Controlled, Premium and Exotic Stone Slab Gallery. Our carefully selected Collection represents stones from around the world and across millennia, renowned for their beauty and their quality. We are proud to offer Natural Stones Quarried by POLYCOR in NORTH AMERICA. Our 1st Cut Quality, Premium and Exotic Natural Stones include Marble; Calcite; Granite; Dolomite; Basalt; Limestone; Sandstone and Quartzite. We showcase Architectural Grade Soapstone. We offer only the highest quality Certified Brands of American and Imported Engineered and Recycled Surfaces. Introducing Italian Porcelain Slabs: PANORAMIC by Daltile; Laminam; Neolith; Valiant; Kaolin; Sapian Stone, and Level by the Emilgroup! Aurora Stone’s Showroom and Slab Viewing Appointments are available during the following hours: Monday – Thursday 11 am – 7 pm / Friday 10 am – 2 pm / Saturday 10 am – 2 pm 10% Discount for Military & First Responders Please contact us for all your projects. We are here to help. Aurora Stone. Compromise Elsewhere.
"Beautiful stone, first class work, and a pleasure to deal with."
Dennis S on October 2024
Aurora Stone provides Custom Stone Services including Design, Templating, Fabrication and Installation for Residential and Commercial Projects. Aurora Stone is proud to be a Certified Fabricator for the highest quality Engineered and Recycled Surfaces. Our Best Practice’s proudly include the standards and technical specifications set forth by the Natural Stone Institute, formerly the Marble Institute of America and the Building Stone Institute. Aurora Stone offers an Indoor, Climate Controlled, Premium and Exotic Stone Slab Gallery. Our carefully selected Collection represents stones from around the world and across millennia, renowned for their beauty and their quality. We are proud to offer Natural Stones Quarried by POLYCOR in NORTH AMERICA. Our 1st Cut Quality, Premium and Exotic Natural Stones include Marble; Calcite; Granite; Dolomite; Basalt; Limestone; Sandstone and Quartzite. We showcase Architectural Grade Soapstone. We offer only the highest quality Certified Brands of American and Imported Engineered and Recycled Surfaces. Introducing Italian Porcelain Slabs: PANORAMIC by Daltile; Laminam; Neolith; Valiant; Kaolin; Sapian Stone, and Level by the Emilgroup! Aurora Stone’s Showroom and Slab Viewing Appointments are available during the following hours: Monday – Thursday 11 am – 7 pm / Friday 10 am – 2 pm / Saturday 10 am – 2 pm 10% Discount for Military & First Responders Please contact us for all your projects. We are here to help. Aurora Stone. Compromise Elsewhere.
"Beautiful stone, first class work, and a pleasure to deal with."
CMV Contracting provides expert reliable crews and a project coordinator from bid to completion to ensure your remodeling project is runs smooth and efficiently. DBA - HBH Construction.
"Work was started as soon as weather permitted. All seems fine, and the installer seemed very proud of his crew's work."
George F on June 2018
CMV Contracting provides expert reliable crews and a project coordinator from bid to completion to ensure your remodeling project is runs smooth and efficiently. DBA - HBH Construction.
"Work was started as soon as weather permitted. All seems fine, and the installer seemed very proud of his crew's work."
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. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Excellent"
Paula C on December 2023
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. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Excellent"
Paula C on December 2023
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts
Travertine is a natural stone, while porcelain is ceramic. You can enjoy the best of both worlds with porcelain travertine tiles. Some people prefer porcelain to travertine because it doesn’t require regular maintenance and it’s easier to clean. Porcelain travertine looks like the real thing but only costs $3 to $6 per square foot.
Yes, but you should only put tile directly on drywall in smaller areas that don’t experience excess moisture. For example, a small kitchen tile backsplash could work, but installing tile directly on the drywall in a bathroom or other chronically damp area is not a good idea. Either way, a cement backer board is a far more reliable solution, as drywall is susceptible to moisture and can warp or cause your tiles to crack.
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.
There are no unbreakable rules of design, but experts recommend against using large tiles in areas with poor subflooring where they’re more prone to cracking, in areas where the floor isn’t entirely level, over raised areas or dips, and in bathrooms where budget is the primary concern. The size of your bathroom shouldn’t be a reason not to use large tiles; in fact, larger tiles, also known as slab tiles, can be a modern and sleek choice for bathroom floors and walls.
The underlayment determines a ceramic tile’s sturdiness, and a cement board or backer board works best. Be sure to tape the joints when using these materials, and consider laying it on top of a layer of thin-set for more stability.
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The cost to install porcelain tile depends on materials, size, and whether you DIY or hire a pro. This guide will help you choose the perfect porcelain tile for your home and budget.
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.
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A backsplash can make or break your kitchen. This guide will provide you with the pros and cons of every option out there, from ceramic to reclaimed wood, so you can make the most informed choice for your kitchen—and your wallet.
