Tile Installation and Repair

You can, but should probably leave tile work to the pros. Before deciding that your time and energy are best spent installing tile, understand that this project requires experience, precision, and the right tools. Additionally, tiling is hard on your knees and back and requires patience. Depending on the size of the area and the condition of the subfloor, installing tile can take anywhere from days to a few weeks to complete.

Ultimately, most homeowners determine that their time and effort are better spent on other DIY projects. Allowing a trusted service professional to handle your tile project means that the sub-floor prep will be done right, and you’re left with lasting results you’ll love.

The time to complete your tile floor installation will vary depending on the condition of the subfloor, the type and size of the tile, and the total square footage of the area. An experienced service professional will be able to share a timeline when you discuss your project. Thanks to our seasoned tile installation pros, you'll have beautiful new floors in no time!

How do you know if tile installation or tile repair is the best investment for your home? Since there are several things to consider, we made comparing repair verse installation a little easier with this tile pros and cons list:

Tile Repair Pros

• Lower Cost: Repairs for small areas or individual tiles are typically less expensive than installing a whole new tile floor. When you let Mr. Handyman repair and replace tile flooring, you don't incur the cost of buying expensive equipment to complete a small tile project. We have the tools and experience to repair your tile floor quickly and economically.
• Faster Repairs: In most instances repairing your tile floors should only take a few hours (barring any unforeseen issues). Once we repair cracks and replace tiles, we regrout for a beautiful finished look. Compared to installing a new tile floor, repairing sections of a tile floor is usually faster and less expensive overall.

Tile Repair Cons

• Mismatched Repairs: Tile repair is not an easy job. Achieving a seamless look requires expertise, specific tools, training, and matching new tiles to your existing tile. If the style of your current tile is outdated and no longer available, finding a close enough match may prove to be difficult, or impossible. This can make for an especially difficult repair job, and results you may not like.
• Temporary Fix: Tile floors are only as stable and durable as the flooring beneath them. Even repairs performed by an expert may only be a temporary fix. If your subflooring is unstable or there are other underlying issues with your floors, tile may shift and eventually crack. The only way to know if a subfloor is up to par is to have it inspected by a professional.

New Tile Installation Pros

• New Floors: Nothing helps revive a tired-looking home like a shiny new tile floor. Ensuring your subfloor is stable is part of our tiling services. Once we confirm your subfloor is stable, we’ll install your new tiles, grout, and seal the tile to ensure it remains durable and provides decades of enjoyment. You'll not only love how your new floor looks, when it’s time to sell, your investment in a new floor may also pay off.
• Timeless Looks and Durability: Tile is available in a wide variety of styles, colors, and sizes, which make it easy to find the perfect fit for your decor. A tile floor is durable, and can last for decades. Although tile is not waterproof, it does hold up well when exposed to liquids, and heavy foot traffic. It’s also relatively easy to maintain.

Tile Installation Cons

• Larger Investment: Like most home updates, going with new materials instead of refurbishing what you have usually means a larger investment. New tile installation may cost more upfront, but it’s durable and holds up well over time, which usually translates to a good return on your initial investment.
• More Time and Mess: Removing a tile floor, preparing the subfloor, installing new tiles, and sealing is time-consuming, messy, and very labor intensive. While Mr. Handyman approaches every tile job with experience and a proven plan of action, we know each project is unique. If your tile floor installation requires structural or subfloor repair, the job will usually take longer and may get a little messier! No matter what condition your floors are in, we can fix them and get the job done right without wasting time.

Tile flooring is beautiful, functional, and durable. Although it’s not always easy to repair compared to laminate, vinyl, or linoleum flooring, it does offer features that make it a very attractive choice for many homeowners.

Our tile installers are experts at installing and repairing these types of flooring and more:

• Laminate tile
• Ceramic tile
• Slate tile
• Cork tile
• Porcelain tile
• Marble tile