Our mission is to create the most recognized and respected national tile, grout and natural stone restoration system in our industry by renewing existing grout and tile to its original beauty.
Our mission will be achieved by:
- Offering only well-trained, highly skilled and insured franchisees to restore your tile, grout and natural stone;
- Committing to the education of each client about the tile, stone and grout in their home, thus enabling them to make informed decisions;
- Using environmentally safe products in the services we perform for you when restoring the health of your grout;
- Offering maintenance products that are also environmentally safe to maintain the beauty of your restored tile or stone and reduce your cleaning time;
- Providing the very best customer service experience.
In fulfilling our mission, we help homeowners maximize their enjoyment of the beauty of their grout, tile and stone while minimizing maintenance.
OWNER-OPERATED. 1 Technician: Starlynne Start. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES WILL APPLY.
Got this guy through the Angie's Deals. He was terrific. Did a beautiful job re-grouting the tub, would certainly hire again. Prompt, courteous and did a conscientious job.
Description of Work: Re-grouted our tub.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
Robert P.
03/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
Contractor came and went on his own as I was not present. Did a great job of cleaning up long-neglected grout (rental house).
Description of Work: Cleaned grout in tile tub wall.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Kathy J O.
03/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
John responded quickly to our request for a bid. He then scheduled the job, was there on time, worked efficiently and made our bathroom look new again!
Description of Work: Bathroom tile on counter and in shower was re-grouted. All areas were re-caulked.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
connie P.
03/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
John came on time for the service and finished around the time he thought. The re-grout looks great. Will definitely call when I need more work..
Description of Work: Re-grouted part of the Master shower and cleaned and recaulked shower.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$225
LESLIE G.
03/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
We have some old (60's) bathrooms with tile shower and bath enclosure, and tile countertop which were very grungy. the grout doctor came on time and set right to work - and transformed the dirty, flaking tile surfaces into practically new condition. Wow! I was very happy, and hope to have him come again to regrout the countertop joints in the kitchen which has been breaking down. Not only was the work (which was considerable) done well, but the "doctor" was friendly and pleasant. I would happily recommend him to anyone who needed tile work done.
Description of Work: Grout cleaning and repair in bathroom tile showers and counter.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
Tim Z.
03/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
they did a good job. I would use them again.
Description of Work: cleaned grout per coupon in 2 bathrooms and kitchen. Then came back later and installed a few pieces of tile.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
LISA V.
03/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
Went great. I sent an email from his website requesting a quote. He phoned me before end of day and gave me a quote. He was easy to schedule. Took him about 2 hours to do the work, and he explained lots of things to me as he went, which I like. Then I know more of how to care for things and such. Really nice guy. Shower looked great when he was done!
Description of Work: John came out and redid the caulking in our tile shower (was pulling away, needed to go). He also cleaned and sealed the grout, which was dirty with hard water/soap deposits, but was in good shape structurally.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$187
Carol S.
02/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
The Grout Doctor did a great job on our shower and has saved me countless hours of work.
Description of Work: The Grout Doctor cleaned and resealed grout in our walk in glass block and ceramic tile shower.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$149
Cecelia H.
02/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
John Start is the owner and the only Grout Doctor franchise in the Seattle Metro area. He spent about 1/2 hour just talking with me about what needed to be done and any special attention I wanted made to problem spots. I really appreciated that. Then he worked an additional 2 hours to complete the job. He did a great job of cleaning and sealing the grout and recaulking my kitchen and master bathroom counters, my tub surrounds, and my shower. John is the owner of the only Grout Doctor franchise in the Seattle Metro area. He lives in Kirkland and goes everywhere in the Seattle Metro but says most of his work is on the Eastside. He says the work should probably be redone in 18 months to 2 years which is about now. I was very pleased and felt I got a great deal.
Description of Work: I hate to clean grout and am never able to do a really good job. We got a great deal for 300 square feet of tile to be cleaned, sealed, and recaulked for $149. The regular price was about twice that.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$149
Judith T.
02/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
Excellent workmanship, showed up on time & really understood what needed to be repaired. Will use again
Description of Work: Re- grouted our entry way & some areas in the shower.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
JOHN & SUSIE S.
02/2013
4.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
Not the best work but good enough.
Description of Work: Recaulked tub and bathroom floor.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Sandy V.
02/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
When he was finished, I noticed an area of concern. He came right back and corrected at no charge which was wonderful.
Description of Work: I purchased the Big Deal for up to 300 Sq. Ft. of Tile & Grout Cleaning and Sealing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$149
Kalen R.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
I hired John with Grout Doctor to reseal some tile in my 2 bathrooms and powder room downstairs as well as some grout repair. He was very professional and friendly during the estimate and work. He was prompt on both occasions and worked efficiently to get the work done. He also provided recommendations on the repairs as well as when to follow up in the future to maintain the seal on the tile. He also said to call him if there are any issues with the work in the near future. When I went to pay him he reminded me that there was a $30 off offer for Angies List customers (which I had totally forgot about and didn't print out) - Very Honest of him! I would recommend the Grout Doctor and will definitely hire again
Description of Work: Tile Reseal and grout repair
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$283
Paula S.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
I bought this service as a special from Angie's list. Love it! He was profession and did a wonderful job. The shower looks great. I would definitely use this provider again!!
Description of Work: Cleaned and regrouted a tiled-in bathtub/shower. Removed a glued-on mirror.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$149
CLAUDIA B.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
The whole process went very well. John arrived on time and once started completed the job in a timely fashion which included cleaning up the site before he left. John was pleasant, professional, answered all my questions no matter how basic and and explained the process while he was working. He also offered an Angie's List discount which was available to the time and appreciated. I would use him again for this service.
Description of Work: John came to clean and seal the tile for my tub surround. He also replaced the old caulking around the tub which was in need of replacement.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$133
Jennifer L.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
We originally found this group through a GroupOn style coupon. They came and cleaned tile in my bathrooms, laundry room and one shower all for the price of the GroupOn. Getting grout cleaned can make a big difference. They were clean, quick and out before I knew it. Would use them again.
Description of Work: Courteous, Quick- got the job done.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Donna S.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
The sealing was included in the price of cleaning the grout, so there were not hidden costs involved, unlike another 'Big Deal' I later purchased to do my kitchen flooring. The person was knowledgeable and answered questions I had about grouting.
Description of Work: The counter tops in my kitchen were cleaned and sealed. The Grout Doctor arrived on time and performed the service in an efficient manner.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$149
Karl K.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
very easy to get and estimate and then schedule the service. work was done well and without any interference to our day
Description of Work: cleaned and sealed the grout in our shower and repaired a small area of damaged grout on our bathroom vanity
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Pam M.
01/2013
3.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
John was very polite, very quick to review our job, and got us on the schedule pretty quickly. I appreciated his recommendations for our grout cleaning. Unfortunately, the outcome of the work was not all good. While he did a good job cleaning mildew from our shower grout, after cleaning and repairing the grout around one of our toilets, it looks the same. The stains and hole in the grout remain. I asked him about it after he was done and he said that once it dries all should be good, but that was not the case. I should have called him to come look at it, but frankly, I just didn't want to hassle with it. I marked I would use them again, but that is because there isn't a choice for "unsure". As he as had excellent reviews, I might consider trying him one more time should the need arise.
Description of Work: Just So-So
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Kaye C.
01/2013
4.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
He arrived late citing traffic as the delay. He was pleasant as I showed him where the showers were that I wanted done then he got to work. The actual work seemed to be fine but I wasn't too happy with the product he used to seal the grout. I've had this service done in the past and a more opaque product was used so it covered dark spots that have developed over the years. One area was dark when he left and he reassured me it would be white when it dried. It never has been white so I have an area that wasn't dark when he came but is now. I think he repaired some grout using a different color than the existing grout and tried to cover it with the sealant but it didn't work. He was nice enough but I would expect more professionalism in making sure he used the right materials in the first place instead of just making do with whatever he had on the truck.
Description of Work: I had the grout in two bathroom tile showers cleaned and sealed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
$150
Leslie O.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
John was very punctual, he arrived right on time. He was very friendly and helpful. He got right to work and did everthing he said he was going to do. He finished before the allotted time and cleaned up everything.I was very pleased with John's work and would use him again and have referred him to friends.
Description of Work: John, regrouted my master bathroom shower and also recaulked the floor outside of the shower. He also recaulked the guest bathroom tub and floor too.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
Jaclyn H.
12/2012
5.0
floor cleaning
+ -1 more
John is a very competent and focused tradesman. He arrived on time and provided a very fair price for the work I wanted to have done. The final look of our floors was sensational. He polished and sealed the grout and slate and did and outstanding job. He has been in this business for many years. During our discussions, he came across very professionally and provided me with an exact idea of what his process is and how to maintain the craftsmen look during my maintenance program. He was great to have in our house. He was respectful to our home and left after completing a job exceedingly well done.
Description of Work: After purchasing a home built in 1927, we wanted to up-date our kitchen. The final step was to have our slate floors cleaned and any grout work repaired.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Peter L.
12/2012
4.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
did a execellent job. It would have taken me far longer to do this detail of a job.
Description of Work: cleaned out all the bathroom grout in my rental house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Pamela R.
12/2012
5.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
I have used the Grout Doctor before and he was just as good as he was this time. He is professional, quick and does wonderful work for less than the competition. He made my bath tub grout work look just like new.
Description of Work: the Grout Doctor re-did my grout in the bath tub.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Sue D.
12/2012
4.0
ceramic tile
+ -1 more
He arrived early, went right to work removing old caulk and scrubbing the grout. He did regrout the floor tile near the tub but left it kind of messy. Most of the grout was sparking clean except the area aroung the faucet and mixer. He didn't say anything about why or what could be done. He just packed up and left.
Description of Work: The offer was to clean the shower grout and recaulk the tub and 2 sinks. I only needed one sink calked so he repaird some grout where the floor tile meets the tub.
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Service Categories
Ceramic Tile,
Floor Cleaning and Waxing,
Handyman Services,
Countertops and Backsplashes,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Marble and Granite,
Plumbing,
Bathtub Restoration,
Drywall,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling
FAQ
The Grout Doctor is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Grout Doctor accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, The Grout Doctor offers free project estimates.
Yes, The Grout Doctor offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Grout Doctor does not offer a senior discount.
No, The Grout Doctor does not offer emergency services.
Yes, The Grout Doctor offers warranties.
The Grout Doctor offers the following services: Grout Services – Installation, Regrouting, Caulking & Recaulking, Cleaning, Sealing, & Recoloring. Ceramic Tile - Repair & Replacement. Natural Stone Cleaning & Sealing - Travertine, Marble, Limestone, Terrazzo, Slate, & Granite. Minor Wall Repair.