Tile installation is just one of those things that requires a specific skillset and experience. This is especially true if you want custom designs or are tiling an area that has a complicated layout. It is extremely difficult to hide mess-ups in tile. We always recommend hiring a tile contractor to install tile. But not all tile contractors are the same. Before hiring one, you will want to make sure the contractor you are thinking about hiring is going to do a good job and treat you well. Below are four ways to find a good tile contractor:
- Ask About Details – It is important to ask a few questions before hiring a tile contractor to understand the details of the project. Some good questions to ask are:
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- How much materials will be needed to complete the project?
- How long will the job take?
- What’s your experience with jobs like mine?
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- Make Sure They’re Licensed – Just like with any other contractor, you will want to make sure your tile contractor is licensed. This helps you know that they have the necessary training and have passed certain assessments that say they are well versed in proper and safe tile work.
- Ask About Experience – We recommend hiring someone who is specialized in tile work. Don’t hire a handyman or someone who tiled their own bathroom and now thinks they can do it all.
- Look for Recommendations – As you are shopping for tile and speaking with different contractors, talk to them about who they would recommend to tile your project. Individuals in the trade of construction usually have a good sense of who is good to hire and who to avoid.