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Jason Snyder's Installations
New to Angi
Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install

Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Glass inlay
Inside corner
Curved range hood
Window finish
12x24 herringbone

+80

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
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Black River Renovations
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Tile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Install - For BusinessTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - RepairTile: Ceramic and Porcelain - Repair- For Business

Serving Lock Haven, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The quality of work is very good. Fellipe's english is adequate. His prices are very reasonable. He is flexible with his schedule. I would have no problem with him coming into my home if I wasnt there. He is very trustworthy and honest. He always makes sure that he has enough people in his crew if the project requires more people. He is always prepared and is always willing to make changes to anything I request. I would definitely recommend him!"
Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Many homeowners have successfully retiled a bathroom themselves. It can be a challenging but rewarding process, but it’s best for someone who already has at least intermediate DIY skills.

Professional installation ensures a uniform, durable surface, and proper sealing, and guarantees workmanship quality, preventing future issues linked to water damage or instability.

You cannot tile directly over hot mop waterproofing because tile requires a smooth, solid surface to adhere properly. Additionally, the shower bed pan needs to be raised and sloped toward the drain to prevent water from pooling. However, you can hot mop and apply a sloped mortar bed over the top (to which the tile can then be adhered). 

When choosing between porcelain and ceramic tile, the best option depends on your specific needs, budget, and project application. Porcelain tile is generally more durable, denser, and harder than ceramic, making it a good choice for busy, high-traffic areas. It also offers superior moisture resistance, making it ideal for moisture-retaining spaces. However, porcelain is typically more expensive, and its hardness can make it brittle, potentially causing it to crack if a heavy object is dropped on it. In contrast, ceramic tile is a more budget-friendly option with lower material and installation costs. It is softer and easier to work with, making it a great choice for DIY projects. While not as durable as porcelain, ceramic is still a quality material suitable for many home applications, particularly small, decorative projects.

On average, tiling a bathroom involves about 12 hours of labor, usually spread over two to three days to accommodate prep work and curing times. A professional tiler can often complete the installation in 6 to 8 hours, whereas a DIYer might take 10 to 16 hours. The total project time is influenced by factors like the bathroom layout, tile type, and necessary prep work, such as removing old tile. The process includes specific timelines for different areas; for example, tiling a floor takes about six hours, while a shower area can take six to ten hours. It is essential to allow for adequate curing time—typically 24 hours each—for the mortar, grout, and caulk, which is why the project extends over several days.

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