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Home Equity Contractors

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Home Equity Contractors

4.33(
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Customers say: Quality work
144 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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Home Breakthrough LLC

4.55(
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Home Breakthrough LLC

4.55(
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Customers say: Quality work
82 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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Us Granite Marble inc

3.92(
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Us Granite Marble inc

3.92(
12
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Customers say: Super punctual
23 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

US GRANITE MARBLE INC. was established in 2009 and is now one of the largest full-service kitchen and bath stone fabricators in the area. Over the last 15 years we have proudly served the DMV area and beyond. From commercial, residential, and even government jobs we have thrived in them all. We specialize in kitchen remodeling, kitchen countertops, bathroom remodels/countertops, bar remodeling/countertops, mosaic tiles, knobs and pulls, flooring, as well as cabinetry. We have over 500 slabs on site to see in person to help you with your selections. We have a wide range of quartz, marble, granite, and quartzite, and soapstone's on site. Our staff is widely trained in customer service, installations, as well as fabrication, and repairs. US GRANITE MARBLE INC. proudly works with contractors as well as homeowners. We can truly help to make your construction dreams a reality. We have 7 different cabinet manufacturers that we are licensed to sell, install, assemble, as well as deliver. We have over 300 mosaic tiles to choose from, we can also do a stone countertop full height backsplash for your next project. We carry multiple brands, styles, and colors of waterproof vinyl laminate flooring as well as ceramic/porcelain tiles for your everyday needs as well. We have access to over 50 types of sinks such as porcelain/ceramic, fire clay, stainless steel, under mounts, farm sinks, and even top mounted sinks. We also specialize in fireplace surrounds, hearths, and even the cutouts for electric fireplaces mounted into the stone. The sky is the limit when it comes to our designs and installs. Call us today 301-328-3678 and we can get you set up for a free at home measurement to help you get your next dream project a reality. Specializing in Residential and Commercial Quartz, Granite, Marble, Cambria Quartz, Silestone, Zodiaq, Caesarstone Countertops fabrication and installation. Easy Steps to your dream granite transformations...

"Overall, I would say I'm 80 percent satisfied with the work performed by US Granite Marble Inc. It appears that they order one slab for my kitchen job, but it was not enough. One kitchen cabinet was moved to compensate for one countertop not being long enough. As a result, it exposed a little more than a half inch of sheet rock that had never been painted and a gap in my floor tile that had originally been covered with the bottom cabinet molding. Upon completion, they moved my refrigerator over to cover this imperfection. I was asked whether they could bring the large slabs through my garage instead of the front door. I have a pantry connected to my garage...so there is a pantry door and a garage door. Working in my office I noticed a large fly come into the room and when I went to the kitchen they had both the garage door and pantry door open letting in not only bugs but heat from outside on a high humidity day. I closed the pantry door and as long as I was in the kitchen they would close the door behind themselves. After they left for the day, I noticed that my air condition was not cutting off as usual. Checking the thermostat, I realized that they had dropped the temperature in my house to compensate for them leaving both doors open. The next day the owner stopped by to view and address my concerns. He tried to make what appeared to be excuses for the movement of my cabinet. He stated "I'm noy saying they moved the cabinet, but if they did, I'll find out why. Now the owner is the one who measured my kitchen project and if he had noticed and/or seen the gap I believe he would have noted it or brought it to my attention that his company would not be liable for this discrepancy. It's been a week, and the owner has not followed up with me to resolve this issue."

Michael W on July 2025

US GRANITE MARBLE INC. was established in 2009 and is now one of the largest full-service kitchen and bath stone fabricators in the area. Over the last 15 years we have proudly served the DMV area and beyond. From commercial, residential, and even government jobs we have thrived in them all. We specialize in kitchen remodeling, kitchen countertops, bathroom remodels/countertops, bar remodeling/countertops, mosaic tiles, knobs and pulls, flooring, as well as cabinetry. We have over 500 slabs on site to see in person to help you with your selections. We have a wide range of quartz, marble, granite, and quartzite, and soapstone's on site. Our staff is widely trained in customer service, installations, as well as fabrication, and repairs. US GRANITE MARBLE INC. proudly works with contractors as well as homeowners. We can truly help to make your construction dreams a reality. We have 7 different cabinet manufacturers that we are licensed to sell, install, assemble, as well as deliver. We have over 300 mosaic tiles to choose from, we can also do a stone countertop full height backsplash for your next project. We carry multiple brands, styles, and colors of waterproof vinyl laminate flooring as well as ceramic/porcelain tiles for your everyday needs as well. We have access to over 50 types of sinks such as porcelain/ceramic, fire clay, stainless steel, under mounts, farm sinks, and even top mounted sinks. We also specialize in fireplace surrounds, hearths, and even the cutouts for electric fireplaces mounted into the stone. The sky is the limit when it comes to our designs and installs. Call us today 301-328-3678 and we can get you set up for a free at home measurement to help you get your next dream project a reality. Specializing in Residential and Commercial Quartz, Granite, Marble, Cambria Quartz, Silestone, Zodiaq, Caesarstone Countertops fabrication and installation. Easy Steps to your dream granite transformations...

"Overall, I would say I'm 80 percent satisfied with the work performed by US Granite Marble Inc. It appears that they order one slab for my kitchen job, but it was not enough. One kitchen cabinet was moved to compensate for one countertop not being long enough. As a result, it exposed a little more than a half inch of sheet rock that had never been painted and a gap in my floor tile that had originally been covered with the bottom cabinet molding. Upon completion, they moved my refrigerator over to cover this imperfection. I was asked whether they could bring the large slabs through my garage instead of the front door. I have a pantry connected to my garage...so there is a pantry door and a garage door. Working in my office I noticed a large fly come into the room and when I went to the kitchen they had both the garage door and pantry door open letting in not only bugs but heat from outside on a high humidity day. I closed the pantry door and as long as I was in the kitchen they would close the door behind themselves. After they left for the day, I noticed that my air condition was not cutting off as usual. Checking the thermostat, I realized that they had dropped the temperature in my house to compensate for them leaving both doors open. The next day the owner stopped by to view and address my concerns. He tried to make what appeared to be excuses for the movement of my cabinet. He stated "I'm noy saying they moved the cabinet, but if they did, I'll find out why. Now the owner is the one who measured my kitchen project and if he had noticed and/or seen the gap I believe he would have noted it or brought it to my attention that his company would not be liable for this discrepancy. It's been a week, and the owner has not followed up with me to resolve this issue."

Michael W on July 2025


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TDI Construction Group Inc

4.50(
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TDI Construction Group Inc

4.50(
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Customers say: Terrific value
13 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

For over 31 years TDI Construction Group Inc has provided exceptional home remodeling craftsmanship to the Northern Virginia area. We know our customers expect professional quality work backed by a reliable warranty. We provide clear communication, attention to detail and project development on time and on budget. TDI Construction Group Inc is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality building, construction, remodeling and structural repair services. We have years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. Our goal is to simply provide the highest level of service possible every time, on time, on budget, exactly as promised - PERIOD. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

For over 31 years TDI Construction Group Inc has provided exceptional home remodeling craftsmanship to the Northern Virginia area. We know our customers expect professional quality work backed by a reliable warranty. We provide clear communication, attention to detail and project development on time and on budget. TDI Construction Group Inc is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality building, construction, remodeling and structural repair services. We have years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. Our goal is to simply provide the highest level of service possible every time, on time, on budget, exactly as promised - PERIOD. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!


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USA Marble and Granite LLC

5.00(
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USA Marble and Granite LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

USA Marble and Granite 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.

"Working with usa marble & granite was a breeze. I came in looking to replace my 17 year old kitchen countertops with a specific budget in mind & had a very limited budget. Without any hesitation Frank at the showroom showed me all the available options for my budget including their wide variety of remnant selection as well. After my order, within a week the old countertops were removed and the new ones were installed. I am very satisfied in every aspect from their lovely people, speed, and quality of workmanship. I would recommend them to anyone looking to replace their countertops."

James M on February 2024

USA Marble and Granite 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.

"Working with usa marble & granite was a breeze. I came in looking to replace my 17 year old kitchen countertops with a specific budget in mind & had a very limited budget. Without any hesitation Frank at the showroom showed me all the available options for my budget including their wide variety of remnant selection as well. After my order, within a week the old countertops were removed and the new ones were installed. I am very satisfied in every aspect from their lovely people, speed, and quality of workmanship. I would recommend them to anyone looking to replace their countertops."

James M on February 2024


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Avantix Design And Build, Inc.

4.88(
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Avantix Design And Build, Inc.

4.88(
28
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Customers say: Quick response
10 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Avantix Design And Build, Inc. is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it was our own. We offer a vast variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each unique project. We specialize in Remodelings, Additions and Kitchen/Bathroom Remodels, however, we also offer a wide range of expert tradesmen for all sort of projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I could not ask for a better contractor. The whole team from start to finish was top notch. The communication was always there and I was never sold something I didn't need. The end produced was amazing. I will definitely be using them again. I highly recommend this company."

Elizabeth T on June 2025

Avantix Design And Build, Inc. is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it was our own. We offer a vast variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each unique project. We specialize in Remodelings, Additions and Kitchen/Bathroom Remodels, however, we also offer a wide range of expert tradesmen for all sort of projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I could not ask for a better contractor. The whole team from start to finish was top notch. The communication was always there and I was never sold something I didn't need. The end produced was amazing. I will definitely be using them again. I highly recommend this company."

Elizabeth T on June 2025


Cordova Painting, Inc.

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Cordova Painting, Inc.

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12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Cordova Painting is a family owned business founded by Levi Cordova in 2013. Levi has over 17 years of experience in the painting and remodeling industry. We are your one stop shop for all your home painting needs. We pride ourselves in going above and beyond for our customers. We take great pride in our work with focus on detail. No project is too big or too small. Give us a call today for your next project!

Cordova Painting is a family owned business founded by Levi Cordova in 2013. Levi has over 17 years of experience in the painting and remodeling industry. We are your one stop shop for all your home painting needs. We pride ourselves in going above and beyond for our customers. We take great pride in our work with focus on detail. No project is too big or too small. Give us a call today for your next project!


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Contreras Contracting LLC

4.83(
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Contreras Contracting LLC

4.83(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Contreras Contracting LLC. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"They are responsive, good quality work, friendly service."

Yvonne X on December 2021

Contreras Contracting LLC. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"They are responsive, good quality work, friendly service."

Yvonne X on December 2021


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Jaber Construction, LLC

4.99(
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Jaber Construction, LLC

4.99(
38
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"We were referred by a friend to hire Jaber Construction LLC for kitchen ceramic backsplash installation. We are very satisfied with their exceptional and high-quality work. Nick, the owner, is responsive, always answers our questions to the point, and provides excellent customer services. His crews perform with professionalism and are exceptionally detailed in the finished product. The result is a very pleasing, new kitchen look with fantastic designs. They truly exceed our expectations for this first project. We will hire them for additional work in the future."

Bob W on November 2024

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"We were referred by a friend to hire Jaber Construction LLC for kitchen ceramic backsplash installation. We are very satisfied with their exceptional and high-quality work. Nick, the owner, is responsive, always answers our questions to the point, and provides excellent customer services. His crews perform with professionalism and are exceptionally detailed in the finished product. The result is a very pleasing, new kitchen look with fantastic designs. They truly exceed our expectations for this first project. We will hire them for additional work in the future."

Bob W on November 2024


HW Mechanical and Remodeling

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HW Mechanical and Remodeling

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15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. 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.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. 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.

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Marble and Granite questions, answered by experts

Silicone caulk shouldn’t be used in place of grout because each material serves its own purpose. Thanks to its flexibility, silicone caulk is good for sealing around the perimeter of tiled floors, where movement and expansion might occur. However, grout is more durable, making it a better option for the joints in between tiles, which need to withstand constant weight and foot traffic.

DIY is possible, but professional installation ensures proper sealing, leveling, and longevity.

Options include clay, concrete, and slate tiles. Each offers unique durability, aesthetics, and costs.

The number of boxes of tile you need depends entirely on the amount of tile in each box or case. Different manufacturers package their tiles differently, and boxes contain different amounts of tile depending on the size, shape, and material. Often, the amount of area that a case will cover is listed in the product description. To calculate the number of boxes you need, take the total square feet of the space and divide it by the number of square feet the box will cover.

No, you don’t technically need a cement backer board for a wall tiling project, but not using it risks disastrous moisture damage. Cement is naturally water-resistant, whereas drywall soaks it in, which can lead to warping or mold growth. Always use a backer board treated with a waterproof membrane for bathrooms and other chronically damp areas to ensure complete tile shower waterproofing.

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

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