S. Poole Janitorial Service, LLC, is one of Philadelphia's premier residential and commercial cleaning companies. The personalized attention given to customers not only builds strong business partnerships, it also provides the opportunity to assist customers with unique maintenance needs. With emphasis on competitive pricing, S. Poole Janitorial Service, LLC, provides excellent value for the dollar in many ways, reinforced by our expertise. No job is too big or too small, meeting your scheduling needs for weekly, bi-weekly or monthly services. Call today for your free estimate!
"This is a home we are renting and wanted to clean the carpet before we moved in fully. We had already moved some furniture in. Mr Ronnell and his team arrived on time. They explained the plan and then proceeded to implement. My couch looks like I had just bought it after they were finished. Not a crumb or dog hair to be seen. 😀 They then cleaned the carpet. It looks like new, I don't even want to walk on it. By the time they left, the upholstery was dry and the carpet was almost there. I am so pleased with the job they did and they were so courteous and helpful. Definitely will use them again and infact, I referred them to a couple family members who were searching for the service they offered."
Dawn T on May 2025
S. Poole Janitorial Service, LLC, is one of Philadelphia's premier residential and commercial cleaning companies. The personalized attention given to customers not only builds strong business partnerships, it also provides the opportunity to assist customers with unique maintenance needs. With emphasis on competitive pricing, S. Poole Janitorial Service, LLC, provides excellent value for the dollar in many ways, reinforced by our expertise. No job is too big or too small, meeting your scheduling needs for weekly, bi-weekly or monthly services. Call today for your free estimate!
"This is a home we are renting and wanted to clean the carpet before we moved in fully. We had already moved some furniture in. Mr Ronnell and his team arrived on time. They explained the plan and then proceeded to implement. My couch looks like I had just bought it after they were finished. Not a crumb or dog hair to be seen. 😀 They then cleaned the carpet. It looks like new, I don't even want to walk on it. By the time they left, the upholstery was dry and the carpet was almost there. I am so pleased with the job they did and they were so courteous and helpful. Definitely will use them again and infact, I referred them to a couple family members who were searching for the service they offered."
Dawn T on May 2025
DBA J.U.I Floors. We have been in business for 35 years, doing all kinds of flooring and remodeling, no job is to small or to big, we do from small powder rooms to custom remoldeling work daily, payiny attention to every detail on every job. We can supply materials or install material you hace picked. you can visit our website to see additional pictures and read testiomals at www.juifloors.com We can also provide you with referrels
"Terry did a great job. I trusted Terry to install my floors before I moved in and he worked on the project while I was out of town. He went the extra mile to pick up the materials himself. I really appreciate his efforts."
Jake C on February 2025
DBA J.U.I Floors. We have been in business for 35 years, doing all kinds of flooring and remodeling, no job is to small or to big, we do from small powder rooms to custom remoldeling work daily, payiny attention to every detail on every job. We can supply materials or install material you hace picked. you can visit our website to see additional pictures and read testiomals at www.juifloors.com We can also provide you with referrels
"Terry did a great job. I trusted Terry to install my floors before I moved in and he worked on the project while I was out of town. He went the extra mile to pick up the materials himself. I really appreciate his efforts."
Jake C on February 2025
Professional custom marble, porcelain, or ceramic tile installation or remodel in bathrooms, kitchens, backsplashes, or anywhere else you can lay a tile. I have been in the tile trade for over 12 years and am committed to clean quality work and making customers say "wow".
"Calvin did an exceptional job on our backsplash. It really looks perfect. Appreciated his experience because the suggestions he made really made a big difference in how the project turned out. Cleanup was also exceptional. I couldn’t even tell he was here. Would recommend and hire again in a minute!"
Carolyn R on May 2025
Professional custom marble, porcelain, or ceramic tile installation or remodel in bathrooms, kitchens, backsplashes, or anywhere else you can lay a tile. I have been in the tile trade for over 12 years and am committed to clean quality work and making customers say "wow".
"Calvin did an exceptional job on our backsplash. It really looks perfect. Appreciated his experience because the suggestions he made really made a big difference in how the project turned out. Cleanup was also exceptional. I couldn’t even tell he was here. Would recommend and hire again in a minute!"
Carolyn R on May 2025
Are you looking for quality tile work? HomeArt Tile is a company with years of experience in the field that allow us to guarantee quality and professionalism. Kitchen backsplash, bathrooms, showers, walls, fireplace, floors and much more. Ceramic, marble, glass, stone, porcelain, pebble tile. We have great references and I am sure you will be more than happy with the outcome of your project. Big or small, we are here for you. Call email or text message us today!
"Will not recommend this tile installer who is rude and obnoxious and completely does not stand behind his work. Rushed to complete the job and did not take to fix any defects. Has a lousy warranty policy which I’m having my Attorney file a case"
Rajeev K on June 2025
Are you looking for quality tile work? HomeArt Tile is a company with years of experience in the field that allow us to guarantee quality and professionalism. Kitchen backsplash, bathrooms, showers, walls, fireplace, floors and much more. Ceramic, marble, glass, stone, porcelain, pebble tile. We have great references and I am sure you will be more than happy with the outcome of your project. Big or small, we are here for you. Call email or text message us today!
"Will not recommend this tile installer who is rude and obnoxious and completely does not stand behind his work. Rushed to complete the job and did not take to fix any defects. Has a lousy warranty policy which I’m having my Attorney file a case"
Rajeev K on June 2025
Specialized in hardwood, Carpet, snap and lock laminate, sheet vinyl, and vct. Also kitchen remodels and bathroom remodels. We do painting framing and drywall minor plumbing and minor electrical work. We take our our time to make sure the customer is happy and satisfied with all our work and any problems after we are gone one call we will be back same week to make sure everything is perfect.
"They did an excellent job, and in a reasonable amount of time. The cost was increased by the fact that they had to re-do some work by someone we previously hired who was terrible and unreliable, but it was well worth it!"
Bridget C on March 2025
Specialized in hardwood, Carpet, snap and lock laminate, sheet vinyl, and vct. Also kitchen remodels and bathroom remodels. We do painting framing and drywall minor plumbing and minor electrical work. We take our our time to make sure the customer is happy and satisfied with all our work and any problems after we are gone one call we will be back same week to make sure everything is perfect.
"They did an excellent job, and in a reasonable amount of time. The cost was increased by the fact that they had to re-do some work by someone we previously hired who was terrible and unreliable, but it was well worth it!"
Bridget C on March 2025
Welcome to Straight Line Painters and Services LLC, a small treasure coast family-owned & operated painting company. Interior and exterior painting by a highly-skilled crew that specializes in working in occupied homes. We're professionals at working around furniture, dogs, high ceilings, and a demanding schedule. When it's time to repaint your exterior it's important to hire the right painter. Hiring the cheapest painter may save you a few dollars but having a professional company gives you peace of mind knowing it's done right. And guaranteed by a solid company. While the lowest price "painter" may cut corners prepping, using cheap paint & unskilled painters our company Straight Line Painters and Services LLC gives you the best value. Skilled full-time painters, quality prep & premium PPG / Porter Paints and we're upfront with what we do listing our scope of work & warranties on our website. So many painters here come & go, hire one year, and next year he's nowhere to be found so his "guarantee" is not much good. At Straight Line Painters LLC we hire skilled painters not laborers and have been in the painting trade for over 15 years.
"Straight Line Painting (Odes did our painting) was prompt, reliable, neat and reasonably priced. I thought edging along wallpaper and ceiling stains would be tough. Odes is a skilled painter and did an excellent job."
MARY LYNN G on May 2025
Welcome to Straight Line Painters and Services LLC, a small treasure coast family-owned & operated painting company. Interior and exterior painting by a highly-skilled crew that specializes in working in occupied homes. We're professionals at working around furniture, dogs, high ceilings, and a demanding schedule. When it's time to repaint your exterior it's important to hire the right painter. Hiring the cheapest painter may save you a few dollars but having a professional company gives you peace of mind knowing it's done right. And guaranteed by a solid company. While the lowest price "painter" may cut corners prepping, using cheap paint & unskilled painters our company Straight Line Painters and Services LLC gives you the best value. Skilled full-time painters, quality prep & premium PPG / Porter Paints and we're upfront with what we do listing our scope of work & warranties on our website. So many painters here come & go, hire one year, and next year he's nowhere to be found so his "guarantee" is not much good. At Straight Line Painters LLC we hire skilled painters not laborers and have been in the painting trade for over 15 years.
"Straight Line Painting (Odes did our painting) was prompt, reliable, neat and reasonably priced. I thought edging along wallpaper and ceiling stains would be tough. Odes is a skilled painter and did an excellent job."
MARY LYNN G on May 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Home remodels; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Very well."
Gail C on July 2023
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Home remodels; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Very well."
Gail C on July 2023
Mr. Contractor has been around since 1949. For 76 years we have serviced more than 55,000 clients in the Philadelphia, Lower Bucks County, and parts of New Jersey areas while earning a solid reputation. As a result, we have been consistently named "Top 500 Remodelers in the Country" for more than a decade. Mr. Contractor has been ranked by Philadelphia Business Journal (Book of Lists) for being in the 'Top 50' for “Family-Owned Businesses” '13, '14, '15. We have maintained an A+ rating at the Better Business Bureau for over 30 years. We have also been awarded “Best of Philly '12 & '07", "Angie's List Super Service Award '24, '23, '22, '21, '20, '19, '18, '17, '16, '15 & '09”, “Angie’s List Honor Roll '12", "Best of Thumbtack '15", and "Philly Happening List Winner '15". In 2011 we were featured on the Rachael Ray Show for creating a community garden in Philadelphia (corner of Wharton Street and East Passyunk Avenue at 9th Street). We provide the finest quality care with personal attention by a staff of expert craftsmen. All jobs are welcomed. We do not claim to be the best, but our customers do! Although not the cheapest, Mr. Contractor is competitive with pricing while also finding ways to work within your budget to bring unparalleled services. We have maintained and grown our social media presence on Facebook, Twitter, Thumbtack, YouTube, and Instagram. In fact, we have more than 3,500 "Likes" on Facebook and have more than 10,000 views on our 100+ videos on YouTube. Our website has received more than 200,000 visitors. Our websites contains over 5,000 pictures and 500 testimonials for our customers to look at, as well as staff bios and updated information. Come see why everyone is buzzing about Philly's #1 Contractor! Visit us online and call for your FREE estimate!
"I am happy to write this review of Mr. Contractor and my renovation experience with Ken Spector. For the project with Mr. Contractor I did the design and technical drawings (framing, electrical, HVAC, trim and final detail) for an upper story, 1350 sq. ft. renovation of a condo in a historic high rise in downtown Philadelphia. The initial building dates back to 1910 and the unit had undergone (at least) one major renovation without permit. Demolition for the condo was back to the brick and involved the removal of 40,000 lbs of material. The ceiling and part of the structural floor were replaced. All plumbing drain and supply lines were relocated and replaced back to the waste/vent stack, most interior walls were replaced, electrical was rewired back to a new distribution box. All floors, trim, doors, cabinets, fixtures, and appliances were replaced. The construction took 9 months. Per square foot, this type of renovation is arguably the most difficult one can undertake. The condo renovation project with Mr. Contractor was more challenging, for example, than the design and construction of my custom home. There are two main points I would make about my experience. The first is the level of customization that Mr. Contractor was able to provide and the second is the reliability. On the first point, there were multiple aspects to the design and construction that had either rarely, or never, been incorporated into a project in the more than 30 years of experience possessed by multiple craftsman working for Mr. Contractor. A couple of examples include the use of clipped outside wall corners and elliptical transom stained glass inserts above the doors. Mr. Contractor was able to address the structural metal stud framing of the clipped corners so that they provided as much strength as traditionally framed corners. The stained glass inserts required Mr. Contractor work with specialized customer materials and dimensions and incorporate these into the construction. There are many other examples from this project including illuminated wall niches, 6’ wide granite window sills, multipart dentil molding trim, arched ceilings, pilasters with plinth blocks, customer provided column wraps with marble inserts, a zero curb ADA transfer shower, a 5’ long linear floor drain, floor to 9’ ceiling kitchen cabinets, and replacing structural flooring in a historic high rise. With respect to reliability I can also mention two examples. First, Mr. Contractor is a medium size family business based in Philly for 4 generations. The challenges of the work required that Mr. Spector draw from multiple trades and the skill sets of various craftsman. He coordinated electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, drywall, paint, trim, appliances … everything. Whenever he needed to bring in new craftsmen or trade to the job site he was able to draw on the collective expertise of his employees at Mr. Contract and his depth of contacts across the trades in Philly to get the job done. My final point addresses the obvious for a job like this; building code compliance and structural issues due to the 100+ year age of the building. Ken Spector took the responsibility to work with HOA / management to ensure the job was completed. He was able to work through the challenges to obtain compliance for waste/vent stacks, ceiling structure, mechanical exhaust, and the failure of a structural floor between I-Beam spans on our upper floor in the high-rise. All of the work done my Mr. Contractor was permitted with the city and inspected to meet code. I consider myself very fortunate to have in Mr. Contractor the level of integrity to stick with a job, keep it on target in the face of obstacles that would turn most into vapor If you have job in Philly, no matter how challenging, how old/historic the building, or how much customization you want, give Mr. Contractor a call to get the work done. Overall Grade of A! PS: Pictures are examples of scope of work for this job: plans, demolition, framing, plumbing, tile, and a few shots of finish product,"
Barry W on March 2018
Mr. Contractor has been around since 1949. For 76 years we have serviced more than 55,000 clients in the Philadelphia, Lower Bucks County, and parts of New Jersey areas while earning a solid reputation. As a result, we have been consistently named "Top 500 Remodelers in the Country" for more than a decade. Mr. Contractor has been ranked by Philadelphia Business Journal (Book of Lists) for being in the 'Top 50' for “Family-Owned Businesses” '13, '14, '15. We have maintained an A+ rating at the Better Business Bureau for over 30 years. We have also been awarded “Best of Philly '12 & '07", "Angie's List Super Service Award '24, '23, '22, '21, '20, '19, '18, '17, '16, '15 & '09”, “Angie’s List Honor Roll '12", "Best of Thumbtack '15", and "Philly Happening List Winner '15". In 2011 we were featured on the Rachael Ray Show for creating a community garden in Philadelphia (corner of Wharton Street and East Passyunk Avenue at 9th Street). We provide the finest quality care with personal attention by a staff of expert craftsmen. All jobs are welcomed. We do not claim to be the best, but our customers do! Although not the cheapest, Mr. Contractor is competitive with pricing while also finding ways to work within your budget to bring unparalleled services. We have maintained and grown our social media presence on Facebook, Twitter, Thumbtack, YouTube, and Instagram. In fact, we have more than 3,500 "Likes" on Facebook and have more than 10,000 views on our 100+ videos on YouTube. Our website has received more than 200,000 visitors. Our websites contains over 5,000 pictures and 500 testimonials for our customers to look at, as well as staff bios and updated information. Come see why everyone is buzzing about Philly's #1 Contractor! Visit us online and call for your FREE estimate!
"I am happy to write this review of Mr. Contractor and my renovation experience with Ken Spector. For the project with Mr. Contractor I did the design and technical drawings (framing, electrical, HVAC, trim and final detail) for an upper story, 1350 sq. ft. renovation of a condo in a historic high rise in downtown Philadelphia. The initial building dates back to 1910 and the unit had undergone (at least) one major renovation without permit. Demolition for the condo was back to the brick and involved the removal of 40,000 lbs of material. The ceiling and part of the structural floor were replaced. All plumbing drain and supply lines were relocated and replaced back to the waste/vent stack, most interior walls were replaced, electrical was rewired back to a new distribution box. All floors, trim, doors, cabinets, fixtures, and appliances were replaced. The construction took 9 months. Per square foot, this type of renovation is arguably the most difficult one can undertake. The condo renovation project with Mr. Contractor was more challenging, for example, than the design and construction of my custom home. There are two main points I would make about my experience. The first is the level of customization that Mr. Contractor was able to provide and the second is the reliability. On the first point, there were multiple aspects to the design and construction that had either rarely, or never, been incorporated into a project in the more than 30 years of experience possessed by multiple craftsman working for Mr. Contractor. A couple of examples include the use of clipped outside wall corners and elliptical transom stained glass inserts above the doors. Mr. Contractor was able to address the structural metal stud framing of the clipped corners so that they provided as much strength as traditionally framed corners. The stained glass inserts required Mr. Contractor work with specialized customer materials and dimensions and incorporate these into the construction. There are many other examples from this project including illuminated wall niches, 6’ wide granite window sills, multipart dentil molding trim, arched ceilings, pilasters with plinth blocks, customer provided column wraps with marble inserts, a zero curb ADA transfer shower, a 5’ long linear floor drain, floor to 9’ ceiling kitchen cabinets, and replacing structural flooring in a historic high rise. With respect to reliability I can also mention two examples. First, Mr. Contractor is a medium size family business based in Philly for 4 generations. The challenges of the work required that Mr. Spector draw from multiple trades and the skill sets of various craftsman. He coordinated electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, drywall, paint, trim, appliances … everything. Whenever he needed to bring in new craftsmen or trade to the job site he was able to draw on the collective expertise of his employees at Mr. Contract and his depth of contacts across the trades in Philly to get the job done. My final point addresses the obvious for a job like this; building code compliance and structural issues due to the 100+ year age of the building. Ken Spector took the responsibility to work with HOA / management to ensure the job was completed. He was able to work through the challenges to obtain compliance for waste/vent stacks, ceiling structure, mechanical exhaust, and the failure of a structural floor between I-Beam spans on our upper floor in the high-rise. All of the work done my Mr. Contractor was permitted with the city and inspected to meet code. I consider myself very fortunate to have in Mr. Contractor the level of integrity to stick with a job, keep it on target in the face of obstacles that would turn most into vapor If you have job in Philly, no matter how challenging, how old/historic the building, or how much customization you want, give Mr. Contractor a call to get the work done. Overall Grade of A! PS: Pictures are examples of scope of work for this job: plans, demolition, framing, plumbing, tile, and a few shots of finish product,"
Barry W on March 2018
General Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"JMD was professional, prompt, and did great for a very reasonable price. Highly recommend!"
Peter G on April 2025
General Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"JMD was professional, prompt, and did great for a very reasonable price. Highly recommend!"
Peter G on April 2025
Michael & Son is family owned & operated and has been servicing the Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC area for over 30 years. We take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality plumbing services. Our professional and courteous staff are here to help you with whatever projects you need to get done.
"Was it the worst experience...? Was it the best experience...? Neither. Yes, I have hot water. Yes, the piping looks great for the tankless hot water. But, they had to come back a 2nd time to fill in the hole. See pictures. Yes, I was taken advantage of. I paid way too much. The final bill matched the estimate but in retrospect it was too much. Customer service simply stopped once I started challenging the work that was done. I have a large pipe sticking out of my condo that is unsightly. After I asked to have it corrected I was ignored. I would not recommend this company."
Kevin B on April 2025
Michael & Son is family owned & operated and has been servicing the Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC area for over 30 years. We take great pride in providing our customers with the highest quality plumbing services. Our professional and courteous staff are here to help you with whatever projects you need to get done.
"Was it the worst experience...? Was it the best experience...? Neither. Yes, I have hot water. Yes, the piping looks great for the tankless hot water. But, they had to come back a 2nd time to fill in the hole. See pictures. Yes, I was taken advantage of. I paid way too much. The final bill matched the estimate but in retrospect it was too much. Customer service simply stopped once I started challenging the work that was done. I have a large pipe sticking out of my condo that is unsightly. After I asked to have it corrected I was ignored. I would not recommend this company."
Kevin B on April 2025
A straightforward professional installation takes six to eight hours, including setup and cleanup. DIY projects often stretch to 16 hours because homeowners must handle layout, cutting, and grouting on their own. Complex patterns or corrective prep work can add additional time, so always confirm the timeline with your tile contractor before work begins.
Tile professionals start with the shower floor, then move up the walls. Setting the floor first lets the wall tiles overlap the floor tile edges, creating a seamless, watertight joint and a clean visual line. Beginning at the base also establishes level reference points that keep wall rows straight and evenly spaced. Following this order minimizes cuts, speeds installation, and delivers the polished finish most homeowners expect.
The best tiles for a shower floor combine slip resistance with durability. Porcelain and ceramic tiles are popular due to their water resistance and variety of styles. Natural stone offers a unique, textured surface but may require sealing. Choose tiles with a matte finish or textured surface to prevent slipping when wet. Consult a professional tiler to determine the best option for your needs.
Yes, you need to waterproof shower walls before tiling to protect against moisture damage and mold growth. While cement backer boards used behind tiles are water-resistant, they are not entirely waterproof.
Applying a waterproof membrane or sealant over the backer board creates a barrier that prevents water penetration into the wall structure. Proper waterproofing is essential to extend the lifespan of your shower tiles and avoid costly repairs in the future.