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Empire Today - Albany
3.5(
50
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Serving Howes Cave, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"As a staircase runner, the job was fairly straightforward. Only disconnect was between their (automated) morning-of-install phone call - which promised AM installation and actual arrival at 3 PM. Issues with edge binding machine slowed progress but they got it done and it looks great."
Carpet
Engineered Hardwood
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl
Solid Hardwood

+6

Recommended by77%of homeowners
Makely Construction & Stonework, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Howes Cave, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Makely Construction 7 Stonework Inc. is committed to excellence 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.

Response time10 mins
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Oneonta Home & Garden
5.0(
1
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Serving Howes Cave, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mike was incredibly kind and helpful getting things done to code on our budget. He did our porch, firewall and kitchen floor without a big crew or making a huge mess. Highly recommend for anyone who needs a fix up or a bigger projects and needs to work on a budget! Will happily call him for any other repairs needed going forward."
Lake Front Cottage
Dry laid terrace retaining walls, work in progress
Lake front cottage
Dry laid bluestone retaining wall, work in progress
Dry laid bluestone retaining wall

+12

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quad Home Remodeling
4.8(
25
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Serving Howes Cave, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Repaired and refinished wood flooring in entire 1950’s home. He and his team performed excellent work, was fairly priced and completed the work in within my time schedule."
FRAMING
FRAMING 2
FRAMING WALLS /LIGHT WIRING INSTALLATION
CTD.
FLOORING

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Owens Carpet Cleaning
5.0(
20
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Serving Howes Cave, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were on time, very courteous and very professional. I will definitely use their service again when the young man Brian was here. He also mentioned that he does Tile and grout cleaning. We set up another appointment to have them back to do that. Also, the carpets look brand new again these people seem to really care about what they’re doing. Thank you again."
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+27

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cutting Edge
4.4(
24
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Serving Howes Cave, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

"There was a problem with the floors feeling rough after they were finished, because the floors were so old and never had any finish put on them, but I just called Rick and he came back and made my floors look beautiful. He also said that if there were still any rough spots when it dried to just call him and he would come back again. He was very professional and the floors look great. His motto is that he wants to give all his customers "The CUTTING EDGE difference". I would highly recommend him, in fact when we are ready to refinish the other 2 rooms in our house, we will be calling him."
 Herch 1
Foyer
Kitchen (Before)
 Herch 2
Living Room 1

+11

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Jill Seidner Interior Design
3.5(
89
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Serving Howes Cave, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Excellent - I ended up hiring someone to help with shopping and finishing piece - waste of time and money. Jill's service was by far the most useful and best value in my decorating process.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Popular options include ceramic, porcelain, stone, and glass tiles, chosen based on the area (bathroom, kitchen) and desired aesthetic.

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. 

Larger tiles can be difficult to install because they’re heavier and bulkier than their smaller counterparts, which makes them harder to haul around and put in place. Plus, if you don’t install the tiles correctly, they could crack or break. For these reasons, it’s best to hire a professional for large-format tile installation.

No, tiling over painted walls or wallpapered surfaces is generally not recommended. Textured surfaces and paints will affect the adhesive, possibly causing tiles to lift or fall off. Painted walls with a semi-gloss or high-gloss finish are particularly difficult for adding tiles. It’s wise to strip the paint first if you install the tiles to drywall, although it’s still best to opt for a cement backer board.

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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