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Home Breakthrough LLC

4.55(
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Home Breakthrough LLC

4.55(
179
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Customers say: Quality work
86 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Home Breakthrough is a local, family owned home remodeling business. Francisco and Honika Victoriano, combine old-word craftsmanship with contemporary building techniques to create extraordinary new living spaces. They take great pride in the home renovation work they do. The remodeling contractors at Home Breakthrough have a strong reputation for delivering high quality construction and home renovation projects, working with diligence and honesty. The Victorianos have built their remodeling business & reputation over the years by providing excellent work at highly competitive prices. 14-15 workers. Cost is determined by the job. Free design consultations. No travel charges. No service charges. May contact through email. Award winning .

"I have been using the team at home breakthrough for years. At this point they fully remodeled my basement including adding a new bathroom/wet bar. As well as a huge overhaul of my main floor bath and laundry room. The quality of their work is outstanding. I also love their quote structure. They start with a labor number and give you an idea of what materials will cost but it’s essentially a chose your own adventure on how high end you want to go on features etc and they are very helpful to guide you on the way as well as have great experts to point you to on cabinets, fixtures, tile, countertops etc to help you achieve your vision. Look forward to having them back for my next project!"

Scott A on March 2025

Home Breakthrough is a local, family owned home remodeling business. Francisco and Honika Victoriano, combine old-word craftsmanship with contemporary building techniques to create extraordinary new living spaces. They take great pride in the home renovation work they do. The remodeling contractors at Home Breakthrough have a strong reputation for delivering high quality construction and home renovation projects, working with diligence and honesty. The Victorianos have built their remodeling business & reputation over the years by providing excellent work at highly competitive prices. 14-15 workers. Cost is determined by the job. Free design consultations. No travel charges. No service charges. May contact through email. Award winning .

"I have been using the team at home breakthrough for years. At this point they fully remodeled my basement including adding a new bathroom/wet bar. As well as a huge overhaul of my main floor bath and laundry room. The quality of their work is outstanding. I also love their quote structure. They start with a labor number and give you an idea of what materials will cost but it’s essentially a chose your own adventure on how high end you want to go on features etc and they are very helpful to guide you on the way as well as have great experts to point you to on cabinets, fixtures, tile, countertops etc to help you achieve your vision. Look forward to having them back for my next project!"

Scott A on March 2025


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Home Equity Contractors

4.33(
30
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Home Equity Contractors

4.33(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
146 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Free Estimates. We understand how stressful and expensive home improvements can be from choosing the right contractor for the job to having your house in disarray for a period of time. If you are updating your home to put on the market, we offer a deferred payment option. We recognize the struggle that sellers face when getting ready to sell their home. Often the main issue is simply not having the finances to make the necessary improvements that will generate a higher sales price. For some it is simply understanding that today's buyers want move in ready homes. ​HEC was started to give sellers and their agents the ability to sell their home quickly and at the highest price possible. There is no secret to selling, UPDATED HOMES SELL FASTER AND HIGHER! Our clients have averaged a 130% Return on Investment when updating their home for sale. We can take care of all of your home remodeling needs from finishing a basement, remodeling your kitchen and bathrooms, to replacing your roof. ​Our approach is simple - we use high quality contractors to make smart updates to your home or listing based on our 20 years of experience in the DC Area Real Estate Market. We do not recommend high end upgrades if they will not generate a good return on your investment. We work with you or your agent to establish an expected price after updates to make an informed decision. The owners of Home Equity Contractors are licensed Realtors in VA, MD, and DC.

"If you want to work with someone condescending, rude, confrontational, unprofessional, and whose contractors workmanship is probably the worst I have ever encountered in my 30 years of working with contractors, THIS IS YOUR GUY. I can ramble on about the false promises, the horrible workmanship, the constant delays, the lack of communication, the rude and confrontational text messages. I guarantee Mr. Shank will in fact respond to this review and try to flip the script and blame it all on me somehow. He talks very poorly about all his customers well at least the ones he doesn't like. Not sure what that is based on although I do have some idea what is based on. But he never made anything explicit, so I can't make accusations that he is a racist. So I am definitely not saying he is a racist because he didn't do anything racist. But if he was a racist it would explain why he didn't give two poops about doing good work for multiple projects I provided him. I also have multiple properties and was hoping to make Mr. Shank a lifelong contractor. In a nutshell, he has done 2 projects for me at 2 properties. One was installing a threshold for a glass enclosed shower stall. His crappy sub contractor (they are not employees) despite him saying they are employees, did not install any grouting on the threshold. Fast forward 1 year, and mold is popping up all around the threshold. Rather than dealing with this individual, I hired another contractor to fix up his mess. Second job, and my second mistake, I hired him for a full scale home renovation for around 50K. That project was an absolute disaster. He took 3 months to do what he promised to me verbally would be a 3 week job. I don't really want to spend 1 hour writing down all the crap he did wrong. I'll try so sum up the highlights. Ripped out old flooring, promised to make new flooring level after installing new concrete by using lasers. New flooring is totally not level and as bumpy as walking on your local trail. The shoe moldings around the flooring look like a child installed them. I had to argue with him to get him to regrout the bathroom which was in his contract in the first place. I can go on and on. For sure if you are someone that Mr. Shank likes and match his criteria of what he likes, whatever that could be I have no idea definitely not race related. He may do a great job for you and that may explain the great reviews. I myself had a horrible experience with Mr. Shank and his group of sub contractors who just plain do terrible work. Ignore my review or take it seriously, frankly this guy will keep getting business cause he's a great salesman. Even has a LinkedIN profile to show how professional he is. Epic scammer and fraud. Stay away."

Kevin D on June 2025

Free Estimates. We understand how stressful and expensive home improvements can be from choosing the right contractor for the job to having your house in disarray for a period of time. If you are updating your home to put on the market, we offer a deferred payment option. We recognize the struggle that sellers face when getting ready to sell their home. Often the main issue is simply not having the finances to make the necessary improvements that will generate a higher sales price. For some it is simply understanding that today's buyers want move in ready homes. ​HEC was started to give sellers and their agents the ability to sell their home quickly and at the highest price possible. There is no secret to selling, UPDATED HOMES SELL FASTER AND HIGHER! Our clients have averaged a 130% Return on Investment when updating their home for sale. We can take care of all of your home remodeling needs from finishing a basement, remodeling your kitchen and bathrooms, to replacing your roof. ​Our approach is simple - we use high quality contractors to make smart updates to your home or listing based on our 20 years of experience in the DC Area Real Estate Market. We do not recommend high end upgrades if they will not generate a good return on your investment. We work with you or your agent to establish an expected price after updates to make an informed decision. The owners of Home Equity Contractors are licensed Realtors in VA, MD, and DC.

"If you want to work with someone condescending, rude, confrontational, unprofessional, and whose contractors workmanship is probably the worst I have ever encountered in my 30 years of working with contractors, THIS IS YOUR GUY. I can ramble on about the false promises, the horrible workmanship, the constant delays, the lack of communication, the rude and confrontational text messages. I guarantee Mr. Shank will in fact respond to this review and try to flip the script and blame it all on me somehow. He talks very poorly about all his customers well at least the ones he doesn't like. Not sure what that is based on although I do have some idea what is based on. But he never made anything explicit, so I can't make accusations that he is a racist. So I am definitely not saying he is a racist because he didn't do anything racist. But if he was a racist it would explain why he didn't give two poops about doing good work for multiple projects I provided him. I also have multiple properties and was hoping to make Mr. Shank a lifelong contractor. In a nutshell, he has done 2 projects for me at 2 properties. One was installing a threshold for a glass enclosed shower stall. His crappy sub contractor (they are not employees) despite him saying they are employees, did not install any grouting on the threshold. Fast forward 1 year, and mold is popping up all around the threshold. Rather than dealing with this individual, I hired another contractor to fix up his mess. Second job, and my second mistake, I hired him for a full scale home renovation for around 50K. That project was an absolute disaster. He took 3 months to do what he promised to me verbally would be a 3 week job. I don't really want to spend 1 hour writing down all the crap he did wrong. I'll try so sum up the highlights. Ripped out old flooring, promised to make new flooring level after installing new concrete by using lasers. New flooring is totally not level and as bumpy as walking on your local trail. The shoe moldings around the flooring look like a child installed them. I had to argue with him to get him to regrout the bathroom which was in his contract in the first place. I can go on and on. For sure if you are someone that Mr. Shank likes and match his criteria of what he likes, whatever that could be I have no idea definitely not race related. He may do a great job for you and that may explain the great reviews. I myself had a horrible experience with Mr. Shank and his group of sub contractors who just plain do terrible work. Ignore my review or take it seriously, frankly this guy will keep getting business cause he's a great salesman. Even has a LinkedIN profile to show how professional he is. Epic scammer and fraud. Stay away."

Kevin D on June 2025


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Heinz Home Improvements and Services, Inc.

4.88(
32
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Approved Pro

Heinz Home Improvements and Services, Inc.

4.88(
32
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

We service residential and commercial needs. Whether you have a major remodel, home addition, minor home repairs, or anything in between we can help. We are a master plumbing and gas fitter as well. Quality, professionalism, and workmanship are the foundation of our business. Our biggest priority is our customers satisfaction. We provide competitive pricing without a lack of quality or professionalism. We are built on the premise that without our customers we wouldn't be here.

"Our deck caught fire last summer and we contracted Chris Heinz to do the rebuilding and replacement of our fire-damaged exterior. Chris was wonderful to work with! He worked with our insurance company tirelessly and also kept us informed every step of the way. He and his crew removed our old deck and siding, and built a new deck, a landing and stairs off our kitchen, installed a new sliding door and four windows, replaced our siding and trim, and installed new outdoor lighting. There were a few delays due to the pandemic and materials being readily unavailable from one of the manufacturers, but the timeframe was reasonable given the circumstances. Chris and his crew did an amazing job and we couldn’t be happier. We love our beautiful new deck and the new siding and trim. We get so many compliments from our neighbors and passers-by! We will definitely go to Chris next time we need work on our house and recommend him to everyone!"

Elizabeth B on June 2021

We service residential and commercial needs. Whether you have a major remodel, home addition, minor home repairs, or anything in between we can help. We are a master plumbing and gas fitter as well. Quality, professionalism, and workmanship are the foundation of our business. Our biggest priority is our customers satisfaction. We provide competitive pricing without a lack of quality or professionalism. We are built on the premise that without our customers we wouldn't be here.

"Our deck caught fire last summer and we contracted Chris Heinz to do the rebuilding and replacement of our fire-damaged exterior. Chris was wonderful to work with! He worked with our insurance company tirelessly and also kept us informed every step of the way. He and his crew removed our old deck and siding, and built a new deck, a landing and stairs off our kitchen, installed a new sliding door and four windows, replaced our siding and trim, and installed new outdoor lighting. There were a few delays due to the pandemic and materials being readily unavailable from one of the manufacturers, but the timeframe was reasonable given the circumstances. Chris and his crew did an amazing job and we couldn’t be happier. We love our beautiful new deck and the new siding and trim. We get so many compliments from our neighbors and passers-by! We will definitely go to Chris next time we need work on our house and recommend him to everyone!"

Elizabeth B on June 2021


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ICM Remodeling / ICM Building & Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
21
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Approved Pro

ICM Remodeling / ICM Building & Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 local quotes requested

Serving and operating for over a decade in the District of Columbia & Northern V.A. ICM Building & Remodeling, LLC is dedicated to served homeowners with their Home Remodeling projects with a complimentary personalized guidance through the whole process of the project, wether big or small, for sure we'll be there from the beginning to end. Dealing directly with me and my team, will give you the peace of mind you MUST have to make the right decisions, this is our Priceless guarantee we'll give you in addition to the profesionalism we'll handle your business. Keep in mind, for us our clients mean more than 1 (One) deal, for us they mean a long lasting relationship. Thank you for considering us help with your home improvement dreams! Israel Clavijo-President and Owner of ICM Building & Remodeling Family owned, Licensed, Bonded, Insured Company.

"I would like to provide my evaluation of being happy that ICM with remodeling my home, The best I've experienced. The work was professionaly performed, I am pleased, and extremely willing to highly recommend ICM's for services to customers. Because ICM Building & Remodeling, my family appreciates your business. I will render my support for ICM to ensure customers are pleased. As a satisfied customer, it means the world to my family for ICM's and staffs outstanding work, a job well done. Bill Roper Springfield, VA"

William R on January 2025

Serving and operating for over a decade in the District of Columbia & Northern V.A. ICM Building & Remodeling, LLC is dedicated to served homeowners with their Home Remodeling projects with a complimentary personalized guidance through the whole process of the project, wether big or small, for sure we'll be there from the beginning to end. Dealing directly with me and my team, will give you the peace of mind you MUST have to make the right decisions, this is our Priceless guarantee we'll give you in addition to the profesionalism we'll handle your business. Keep in mind, for us our clients mean more than 1 (One) deal, for us they mean a long lasting relationship. Thank you for considering us help with your home improvement dreams! Israel Clavijo-President and Owner of ICM Building & Remodeling Family owned, Licensed, Bonded, Insured Company.

"I would like to provide my evaluation of being happy that ICM with remodeling my home, The best I've experienced. The work was professionaly performed, I am pleased, and extremely willing to highly recommend ICM's for services to customers. Because ICM Building & Remodeling, my family appreciates your business. I will render my support for ICM to ensure customers are pleased. As a satisfied customer, it means the world to my family for ICM's and staffs outstanding work, a job well done. Bill Roper Springfield, VA"

William R on January 2025


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TC Constructions

5.00(
6
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Approved Pro

TC Constructions

5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
108 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Very professional"

Ceci F on July 2024

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Very professional"

Ceci F on July 2024


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DiJulio Contracting LLC

4.51(
37
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Approved Pro

DiJulio Contracting LLC

4.51(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
75 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Serving Northern Virginia, DiJulio Contracting, LLC is a Construction and Remodeling General Contractor. We are a fully licensed and insured Class A contractor in Northern Virginia. Our core business is built around Basement Finishing and Bathroom remodeling. We are competitively priced across all fields, and adequately staff and supervise our projects to ensure the work is completed with the highest quality and within reasonable time frames. When you call us for an estimate, we will provide you with a detailed plan, design specifications, schedule, and a complete proposal package with much more info. This is all provided at no cost to you. We do not underbid jobs and try to recover costs with hidden, ambiguous extra charges during the project, as many unethical, unlicensed contractors do. When you accept the contract terms, the project should progress almost flawlessly without any additional costs. Tambien, se habla Espanol. So contact us today. Credit payments are an accepted method of payment for projects that meet specific criteria. Also covering Alexandria City, Fairfax City, and City of Falls Church.

"Scott is a reliable and a very knowledgeable contractor. Only with looking at a simple picture, he knew what kind of repair was needed for the leaks on my walls coming from the deck. Scott's team came to my house and fixed the deck leaks in a matter of hours. The professional and very detailed quality work, was accomplished with honesty and timelines. I would recommend DiJulio contracting for any home repairs or home improvements."

Yenny G on January 2021

Serving Northern Virginia, DiJulio Contracting, LLC is a Construction and Remodeling General Contractor. We are a fully licensed and insured Class A contractor in Northern Virginia. Our core business is built around Basement Finishing and Bathroom remodeling. We are competitively priced across all fields, and adequately staff and supervise our projects to ensure the work is completed with the highest quality and within reasonable time frames. When you call us for an estimate, we will provide you with a detailed plan, design specifications, schedule, and a complete proposal package with much more info. This is all provided at no cost to you. We do not underbid jobs and try to recover costs with hidden, ambiguous extra charges during the project, as many unethical, unlicensed contractors do. When you accept the contract terms, the project should progress almost flawlessly without any additional costs. Tambien, se habla Espanol. So contact us today. Credit payments are an accepted method of payment for projects that meet specific criteria. Also covering Alexandria City, Fairfax City, and City of Falls Church.

"Scott is a reliable and a very knowledgeable contractor. Only with looking at a simple picture, he knew what kind of repair was needed for the leaks on my walls coming from the deck. Scott's team came to my house and fixed the deck leaks in a matter of hours. The professional and very detailed quality work, was accomplished with honesty and timelines. I would recommend DiJulio contracting for any home repairs or home improvements."

Yenny G on January 2021


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American Contractor Near Me!

4.80(
5
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Approved Pro

American Contractor Near Me!

4.80(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
245 local quotes requested

American Contractor Near Me specializes in expert home remodeling and renovation. We deliver high-quality kitchen and bathroom renovations, basement finishing, and home additions. We prioritize customer satisfaction and budget-friendly solutions. Our Services: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Renovations Basement Finishing Home Additions Deck Construction Custom Patios Why Choose Us? Experienced remodeling contractors Quality workmanship Customer satisfaction guaranteed Free consultations Contact us for your dream home renovation today! 800-876-8393

"I had a great experience with the American Contractor Near Me. They remodeled our cafe's kitchen and the new look is amazing. It was an absolute pleasure to work with this company. The crew members were incredibly patient, taking the time to thoroughly explain all of our options and patiently answering every question we had. I will hire them again for all my remodeling needs in the future"

Tina O on June 2025

American Contractor Near Me specializes in expert home remodeling and renovation. We deliver high-quality kitchen and bathroom renovations, basement finishing, and home additions. We prioritize customer satisfaction and budget-friendly solutions. Our Services: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Renovations Basement Finishing Home Additions Deck Construction Custom Patios Why Choose Us? Experienced remodeling contractors Quality workmanship Customer satisfaction guaranteed Free consultations Contact us for your dream home renovation today! 800-876-8393

"I had a great experience with the American Contractor Near Me. They remodeled our cafe's kitchen and the new look is amazing. It was an absolute pleasure to work with this company. The crew members were incredibly patient, taking the time to thoroughly explain all of our options and patiently answering every question we had. I will hire them again for all my remodeling needs in the future"

Tina O on June 2025


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BST Design and Build

4.84(
19
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Approved Pro

BST Design and Build

4.84(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

BST Design and Build specializes in unique, high-quality kitchen and bathroom remodeling, as well as other home improvements such as basement finishing, home additions, and comprehensive renovation projects. We are not an only an experienced general contractor but also cabinet, countertop and flooring store and we provide complete remodeling&renovation service to our customers from initial planning to final installation. As BST Design and Build, we provide quality cabinets, cutting-edge designs, unrivaled prices, outstanding customer service, and a stress-free construction process to our customers. With a combination of a charming showroom atmosphere and our expertise in construction, our pledge is to establish lasting relationships with our customers by exceeding their expectations and gaining their trust through exceptional service & performance by every member of the design and construction team.

"We had a great experience with BST Design & Build. The project was scoped out, started on time and took about 5 weeks which was in the estimated 4-6 week schedule. During the project, questions were answered and the onsite team was very responsive to our wishes, even being creative to ensure our needs were addressed. We couldn’t have been happier with the onsite project lead, Abi. The site was keep clean each day and the end result looks great!"

Callie E on March 2024

BST Design and Build specializes in unique, high-quality kitchen and bathroom remodeling, as well as other home improvements such as basement finishing, home additions, and comprehensive renovation projects. We are not an only an experienced general contractor but also cabinet, countertop and flooring store and we provide complete remodeling&renovation service to our customers from initial planning to final installation. As BST Design and Build, we provide quality cabinets, cutting-edge designs, unrivaled prices, outstanding customer service, and a stress-free construction process to our customers. With a combination of a charming showroom atmosphere and our expertise in construction, our pledge is to establish lasting relationships with our customers by exceeding their expectations and gaining their trust through exceptional service & performance by every member of the design and construction team.

"We had a great experience with BST Design & Build. The project was scoped out, started on time and took about 5 weeks which was in the estimated 4-6 week schedule. During the project, questions were answered and the onsite team was very responsive to our wishes, even being creative to ensure our needs were addressed. We couldn’t have been happier with the onsite project lead, Abi. The site was keep clean each day and the end result looks great!"

Callie E on March 2024


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Elite Home Remodeling Group

5.00(
26
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Approved Pro

Elite Home Remodeling Group

5.00(
26
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
50 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

At Elite Home Remodeling Group, LLC, we specialize in Kitchen and Bath Remodeling--is your premier remodeling company for all your home improvement needs. With over 14 years in the industry, we are dedicated to success and looking forward to doing business with you.

"My interactions with Elite Home was great. Sydney and Angel was my point of contact and everything went exactly as planned, from communication, ideas for my project, protection of my property and durations of the work. I highly recommend this crew. If you want your job to be finished in a timely manner and with perfection, no need to look any further. Thank you guys great job."

Joanne S on October 2025

At Elite Home Remodeling Group, LLC, we specialize in Kitchen and Bath Remodeling--is your premier remodeling company for all your home improvement needs. With over 14 years in the industry, we are dedicated to success and looking forward to doing business with you.

"My interactions with Elite Home was great. Sydney and Angel was my point of contact and everything went exactly as planned, from communication, ideas for my project, protection of my property and durations of the work. I highly recommend this crew. If you want your job to be finished in a timely manner and with perfection, no need to look any further. Thank you guys great job."

Joanne S on October 2025


Olvin Machado Construction Company

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Olvin Machado Construction Company

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
110 local quotes requested

Olvin Machado Construction Company is committed to being a positive example to the home improvement industry and the business community that adheres strictly to the principles of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. We provide high-quality products, view every sale as the birth of a relationship, and strive to increase our customer’s safety, security, and standard of living. We serve and support the personal growth of all associated with our organization while delivering the best quality and value for our client’s construction dollars.

"work was professional done, clean up was excellent, overall service I would diffently use again"

James M on October 2023

Olvin Machado Construction Company is committed to being a positive example to the home improvement industry and the business community that adheres strictly to the principles of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. We provide high-quality products, view every sale as the birth of a relationship, and strive to increase our customer’s safety, security, and standard of living. We serve and support the personal growth of all associated with our organization while delivering the best quality and value for our client’s construction dollars.

"work was professional done, clean up was excellent, overall service I would diffently use again"

James M on October 2023

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Marble and Granite questions, answered by experts

The cost depends on the type of natural stone. High-end stones can cost as much as porcelain, but it depends on the specific material. For example, the cost of flagstone pavers is typically $2 to $6 per square foot, which is much more budget-friendly than porcelain. Outdoor slate tile can cost as much as $35 per square foot, which is about the same as porcelain.

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all best tile for a dog shower. Consider your budget, tile durability, aesthetics, and, most importantly, practicality. Avoid tiles your dog will slide around on. Pebbles are a great non-slip option, but are pricey and tricky to install. Glass might look modern, but it’s not scratch-resistant. Small, floor-rated ceramic or porcelain tiles are economical and have many grout lines that make the surface more slip-resistant. Pick a matte finish rather than a shiny tile if you want it to hide stray mud and hairs better.

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.

You can technically install tile over tile, but we don’t suggest it. Installing tile over any surface that isn’t a completely flat and prepared subfloor will result in a shoddy overall job, uneven flooring, tiles that don’t adhere, extra weight, gaps, cracks, and room for moisture and dirt to enter. For the best results, only install new tile on a flat, sanded surface like subflooring or concrete that is prepared for tile.

If you have asbestos tile and would rather tile over it than remove it, or if your existing tile is completely flat and bonded tightly to the floor, you may be able to tile over existing tile. But experts recommend thinking twice before you do.

The time it takes to retile a bathroom includes the installation time for the grout and tile, prep work, and waiting time. The waiting time allows the mortar, grout, and caulk to cure correctly.

A professional tiler can finish your bathroom tiling in about 6 to 8 hours. Add another 24 hours in between steps, for 2 to 3 days before the tiling is done.

The Alexandria, VA homeowners’ guide to marble and granite services

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