How long will tile flooring last?

• <div><p>Tile flooring will last anywhere from 10 to 20 years and even up to 30 years or more with proper care and maintenance. </p><p>You can help your tile floor achieve a longer lifespan by maintaining it properly. This includes cleaning it regularly (including <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-tile-and-grout.htm">cleaning the tile floor grout</a>), keeping the floor dry, and not setting super heavy items on it to keep it from cracking. You'll also want to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tips-regrouting-tile-flooring.htm">regrout your tile floor</a> every 10 years. Using a grout sealer will help your floor last longer.</p></div>

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Q: Why is tile installation so expensive?

• <div><p>Tile installation can be expensive because it requires more time and labor to install than many other materials. For example, laminate flooring can click and lock into place, and carpet comes in large rolls that you can secure to the floor. On the other hand, tiles need to be cut, laid individually, grouted, and left to cure. </p></div>

Q: How do I choose the right tiles for my bathroom?

• <div><p>Your tiles will have a significant visual impact on your bathroom, so you&rsquo;ll want to make a thoughtful decision. Once you land on the tile material that suits your needs and budget, you can consider the color schemes you want. Consider whether you want something modern, classic, or eye-catching. </p></div>

Q: Can you put tile directly on drywall?

• <div><p>Yes, but you should only put tile directly on drywall in smaller areas that don&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Can I tile a shower myself?

• <div><p>Yes, you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-tile-shower.htm">tile a shower</a> as a DIY project, and you can save hundreds of dollars in labor costs by doing so. However, you&rsquo;ll need to rent or buy quite a few tools and supplies for the job, including a saw, tile nippers, and a new shower pan. In terms of the work itself, you should be prepared to tackle a variety of different tasks, including measuring and ordering materials, removing old tile, waterproofing the wall, adding rows of tile, grouting, and more. </p></div>

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Connelly's Flooring

Connelly's Flooring

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9 years of experience

Connelly's Flooring, is your very best option for all your home improvement flooring needs. We always offer the very best pricing, excellent customer service and superior workmanship on every job we do. Call us now!

"We were very pleased with Connelly Flooring. Travis was responsive, returned phone calls, text messages and emails. They started project when it was scheduled, showed up on time, cleaned up after themselves, and kept us informed of progress. Travis had creative flooring ideas and completed the project to our high expectations. We had some issues with materials that were unrelated to Connelly Flooring, and Travis and his wife helped us work through the issues and saw the project through to the end. The workmanship from Connelly's Flooring is second to none. We highly recommend them for your flooring needs."

Tana C on September 2022

"We were very pleased with Connelly Flooring. Travis was responsive, returned phone calls, text messages and emails. They started project when it was scheduled, showed up on time, cleaned up after themselves, and kept us informed of progress. Travis had creative flooring ideas and completed the project to our high expectations. We had some issues with materials that were unrelated to Connelly Flooring, and Travis and his wife helped us work through the issues and saw the project through to the end. The workmanship from Connelly's Flooring is second to none. We highly recommend them for your flooring needs."

Tana C on September 2022

DeGroot Carpet Cleaning and Upholstery LLC

2200 South Grandview Avenue

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DeGroot Carpet Cleaning and Upholstery LLC

2200 South Grandview Avenue

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"will use again"

Nancy D on December 2023

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Nancy D on December 2023

Falls Flooring

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Falls Flooring

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3 years of experience

I do flooring and tile installation. I am a one man crew and I've been in the business for about 2 years now.

Lundeby homes

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Lundeby homes

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Tile and hardwood flooring installer. Owner-operated and doing business in Sioux Falls for 20 years. Plenty of experience and references.

Renegade Redemption llc

1518 E Cedar St

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Renegade Redemption llc

1518 E Cedar St

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4 years of experience

hear at Renegade Redemption llc we specialize in tile showers and bath surrounds, we also do a large verity of handyman tasks including painting, drywall ,flooring,siding repairs, trim, doors, back splashes, remodels , custom designs, and so much more. Me and my co owner have 15 years of combined experience in remodeling, framing ,tile work.

Lohan Construction Services

513 S Scarlet Oak Trl

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Lohan Construction Services

513 S Scarlet Oak Trl

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LCS specializes in backsplash installation. Any material, any size, remodel or new. Tear out and Sheetrock replacement available.

Braiden E.

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Braiden E.

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Professional installation of Tile, Stone, amd various types of floor coverings. Specialize in custom bathrooms and kitchens

TG Handyman Pro

3913 N Longview Ave

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TG Handyman Pro

3913 N Longview Ave

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TG Handyman Pro gives you the power to bring multiple trade skills to the aid of your home improvement needs, all through one company! Whether you are looking for small home repairs, updates or a complete remodel we can get the job done. Fast and Friendly quotes available. Contact us Today!

"Better than I expected- couldn’t ask for better workmanship, nicer people and attention to detail. To get a company like this after what we experienced elsewhere is like winning the lottery. I couldn’t recommend them enough."

Kristen A on March 2021

"Better than I expected- couldn’t ask for better workmanship, nicer people and attention to detail. To get a company like this after what we experienced elsewhere is like winning the lottery. I couldn’t recommend them enough."

Kristen A on March 2021

Granite Gold is a third-generation family of stone care experts, dating back to the 1950s. Co-founders and cousins Lenny Sciarrino and Lenny Pellegrino grew up in the family business, manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces. Their mission is to help homeowners easily protect their stone surfaces through safe, do-it-yourself care and maintenance products, and protection plans to safeguard against accidental damage. Granite Gold brand stone-care products are available nationwide at Bed Bath & Beyond, Lowe's, The Home Depot, Walmart, major grocery and hardware stores, and Amazon. Visit https://www.granitegold.com/store-locator/. The Granite Gold Granite & Quartz Protection Plan and Granite Gold Cabinet Protection Plan are sold nationally through independent installers; ask yours to include the plan with your installation.

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Ceramic Tile questions, answered by experts

Tile flooring will last anywhere from 10 to 20 years and even up to 30 years or more with proper care and maintenance.

You can help your tile floor achieve a longer lifespan by maintaining it properly. This includes cleaning it regularly (including cleaning the tile floor grout), keeping the floor dry, and not setting super heavy items on it to keep it from cracking. You'll also want to regrout your tile floor every 10 years. Using a grout sealer will help your floor last longer.

Tile installation can be expensive because it requires more time and labor to install than many other materials. For example, laminate flooring can click and lock into place, and carpet comes in large rolls that you can secure to the floor. On the other hand, tiles need to be cut, laid individually, grouted, and left to cure.

Your tiles will have a significant visual impact on your bathroom, so you’ll want to make a thoughtful decision. Once you land on the tile material that suits your needs and budget, you can consider the color schemes you want. Consider whether you want something modern, classic, or eye-catching.

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.

Yes, you can tile a shower as a DIY project, and you can save hundreds of dollars in labor costs by doing so. However, you’ll need to rent or buy quite a few tools and supplies for the job, including a saw, tile nippers, and a new shower pan. In terms of the work itself, you should be prepared to tackle a variety of different tasks, including measuring and ordering materials, removing old tile, waterproofing the wall, adding rows of tile, grouting, and more.

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