FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
my pricing involves labor and setting materials to install the tile, my clients are responsible for supplying tile, grout, trim, and other accessories for the job. approximate rate for pricing: Wall tile $16.00 per square foot. Floor tile over backer board $13.00 per square foot. Install shower pan, over concrete base $600.00. Backsplash tile $30.00 per square foot. Waterproof shower or tub surround, with red guard, $200.00. Install tile over slab floor, $10.00 per square foot. Demolition, $800.00 per day, can usually demo a bath in one day, customer is responsible to purchase a small dumpster. Built in shower niche, $350; large double niche $450.00.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I often have my clients send pictures of their job to me, and the tile they want to use on their project; once I review the pictures, I give them a close ball park price, if we agree on the price, I then will go out to their house to measure the job, and evaluate it before we make a formal contract.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I was trained by some of the best tile guys in Michigan, I worked as their laborer for over 12 years before I became a master mechanic. I have been in the business for over 24 years.