Additional Phone number: for the Bloomington, IL office is (309) 807-5252. Company uses green certified cleaning products or products Designed for the Environment. All services are 100% satisfaction Guaranteed. Great service and products at an affordable price.
"The 2 men that came were great! Very courteous and helpful. They did a great job!! My Brother had his done and it looked amazing, now mine does too!"
Kim V on November 2023
Additional Phone number: for the Bloomington, IL office is (309) 807-5252. Company uses green certified cleaning products or products Designed for the Environment. All services are 100% satisfaction Guaranteed. Great service and products at an affordable price.
"The 2 men that came were great! Very courteous and helpful. They did a great job!! My Brother had his done and it looked amazing, now mine does too!"
Kim V on November 2023
C&B Brothers Construction, LLC is a small construction company centered around providing quality, affordable contracting services to customers in North Central Illinois. CBB is fully insured and offers bonding for larger contracts. We have over 20 years experience in the construction industry; we keep it simple. We work hard, provide quality craftsmanship, at a reasonable cost. Major contracting companies are not interested in smaller construction jobs; it just isn't profitable because of their overhead. Due to that, our costs are significantly lower on every project. Give us a call for an estimate on your next project!
C&B Brothers Construction, LLC is a small construction company centered around providing quality, affordable contracting services to customers in North Central Illinois. CBB is fully insured and offers bonding for larger contracts. We have over 20 years experience in the construction industry; we keep it simple. We work hard, provide quality craftsmanship, at a reasonable cost. Major contracting companies are not interested in smaller construction jobs; it just isn't profitable because of their overhead. Due to that, our costs are significantly lower on every project. Give us a call for an estimate on your next project!
i do a lot of installs of doors,windows,countertops, and garage door for menards. but my business is a little of everything.
i do a lot of installs of doors,windows,countertops, and garage door for menards. but my business is a little of everything.
At Tradewinds Tile we offer free estimates for your project, and will walk you thru the process step by step. One year warranty on work performed
At Tradewinds Tile we offer free estimates for your project, and will walk you thru the process step by step. One year warranty on work performed
Surface Link specializes in repairing, restoring and modifying countertops and upgrading or replacing sinks, in commercial and residential settings, all over the United States and Canada. Replacing a countertop can be costly and timely — Surface Link offers a low cost alternative to restore your countertop to like-new condition in less than a day. Why choose Surface Link over another company? At Surface Link, we focus exclusively on repairing countertops (Corian, Granite, Quartz and Solid Surface) and installing or upgrading new sinks. Currently, Surface Link is the Certified Warranty Inspection and Repair Service Agent for several manufacturers throughout the country, such as DuPont Corian, DuPont Zodiaq, LG Hausys HI-MACS, LG Hausys Viatera, Formica Solid Surface, LivingStone, Caesarstone, Gemstone and many more . Our goal is to help to restore your countertop back to its original condition. Why replace your countertop? Surface Link can repair it for a fraction of the cost!
"It took a lot of phone tag to finally get the technician to our house, but once here he was efficient and professional and did an amazing job. The chip was in the edge of a white quartz countertop, very difficult to match perfectly, and the repair is absolutely invisible. Not the lowest bid, but worth the price."
JURGEN G on October 2018
Surface Link specializes in repairing, restoring and modifying countertops and upgrading or replacing sinks, in commercial and residential settings, all over the United States and Canada. Replacing a countertop can be costly and timely — Surface Link offers a low cost alternative to restore your countertop to like-new condition in less than a day. Why choose Surface Link over another company? At Surface Link, we focus exclusively on repairing countertops (Corian, Granite, Quartz and Solid Surface) and installing or upgrading new sinks. Currently, Surface Link is the Certified Warranty Inspection and Repair Service Agent for several manufacturers throughout the country, such as DuPont Corian, DuPont Zodiaq, LG Hausys HI-MACS, LG Hausys Viatera, Formica Solid Surface, LivingStone, Caesarstone, Gemstone and many more . Our goal is to help to restore your countertop back to its original condition. Why replace your countertop? Surface Link can repair it for a fraction of the cost!
"It took a lot of phone tag to finally get the technician to our house, but once here he was efficient and professional and did an amazing job. The chip was in the edge of a white quartz countertop, very difficult to match perfectly, and the repair is absolutely invisible. Not the lowest bid, but worth the price."
JURGEN G on October 2018
Family owned and operated
Family owned and operated
Affordable home and business building and restorations from A-Z
Affordable home and business building and restorations from A-Z
No job is too big or too small. 1 other employee. No sub contractors. Charges by the hour. May add travel/trip charges for long distance.
No job is too big or too small. 1 other employee. No sub contractors. Charges by the hour. May add travel/trip charges for long distance.
"Thompson Renovations specializes in high quality home Renovations bringing client's dream spaces to life." "Thompson Renovations is your Go to Solution for transforming your home into stunning spaces that reflect your personal style. Our team of skilled Professionals take care of every detail , from design to installation, ensuring exceptional results and complete client satisfaction."
"Thompson Renovations specializes in high quality home Renovations bringing client's dream spaces to life." "Thompson Renovations is your Go to Solution for transforming your home into stunning spaces that reflect your personal style. Our team of skilled Professionals take care of every detail , from design to installation, ensuring exceptional results and complete client satisfaction."
General Contractor
General Contractor
Both materials work well, so start by thinking about foot traffic and budget. Porcelain is denser and absorbs less water, so it’s ideal for busy entries, kitchens, and baths—even if it costs a little more.
Ceramic is lighter, easier to cut, and comes in a wider range of styles, making it a solid pick for walls or light-use floors. Match the tile’s durability rating to the space, and you’ll get the best balance of looks, performance, and price.
A solid subfloor starts with a flat, crack-free surface. Your installer will level any low spots, reinforce weak areas, and screw down fiber-cement backer board or quality plywood before setting tile.
Skipping this step invites movement, cracked grout, and even water damage—issues that are far pricier than prep work. Hire a pro to get the base right, and your new tile will look sharp and stay put for years.
Give the thin-set 24 to 48 hours to cure before you start grouting. Rushing the process can nudge tiles out of place, weaken the bond, and create cracks you’ll have to fix later. Keep foot traffic off the area until you’re ready to grout, and you’ll lock in a strong, even finish that lasts.
Tile size changes the workload. Large-format pieces mean fewer grout lines and faster coverage, but they’re heavier and need careful handling to avoid breakage and lippage. Small mosaics create intricate looks yet take more time to set and space correctly, so labor costs climb. Weigh your style goals against the extra effort (and budget) each option requires before you decide.
You can leave tiles ungrouted for a short window, but only if the surface stays clean and undisturbed. Once the thin-set cures, finish the job as soon as possible. Grout seals joints against moisture and locks the layout in place; waiting too long invites dirt, water, and movement that can shorten the life of your new surface.
Use at least two millimeter spacers on walls and three millimeter spacers on floors to give grout room to bond and absorb normal expansion. Larger, rustic tiles may call for wider joints, while precision-cut porcelain often looks best with tighter gaps. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and local code, and you’ll end up with an even, long-lasting layout.