OUR MISSION: To provide the highest quality of tile and grout cleaning, restoration and repair; to enable homeowners and business owners to enjoy and appreciate the beauty and functionality of their tile and grout surfaces; and to instruct proper maintenance techniques and provide the best products to keep their tile and grout beautiful. We will make you love your tile again! In 1992, we recognized the strong demand that existed for a professional service to clean, repair and restore tile and grout floors and showers. The work, at that time, was being done primarily by handymen and amateurs. There needed to be a professional who could analyze the condition of grout and tile and then determine which service, repair and products were needed to professionally restore them to their original condition. Thus, the Groutsmith was born. As the owner of The Groutsmith Brandywine, my job is both interesting and rewarding, in that my customers are happy when we arrive and even happier when we leave! The difference between before and after is just that great!
"I would definitely hire them again! They were professional, polite, and left the workspace neat. And the final project was phenomenal! I have already recommended them!"
Michele S on March 2025
OUR MISSION: To provide the highest quality of tile and grout cleaning, restoration and repair; to enable homeowners and business owners to enjoy and appreciate the beauty and functionality of their tile and grout surfaces; and to instruct proper maintenance techniques and provide the best products to keep their tile and grout beautiful. We will make you love your tile again! In 1992, we recognized the strong demand that existed for a professional service to clean, repair and restore tile and grout floors and showers. The work, at that time, was being done primarily by handymen and amateurs. There needed to be a professional who could analyze the condition of grout and tile and then determine which service, repair and products were needed to professionally restore them to their original condition. Thus, the Groutsmith was born. As the owner of The Groutsmith Brandywine, my job is both interesting and rewarding, in that my customers are happy when we arrive and even happier when we leave! The difference between before and after is just that great!
"I would definitely hire them again! They were professional, polite, and left the workspace neat. And the final project was phenomenal! I have already recommended them!"
Michele S on March 2025
At DP Flooring, we are dedicated to transforming spaces with high-quality flooring solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Specializing in carpet, laminate flooring, hardwood flooring, refinishing, and ceramic tile, we bring a wealth of expertise and craftsmanship to every project. Our extensive selection features the latest styles and durable materials, ensuring that each installation not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home or business but also withstands the test of time.
"All went well."
Ross M on January 2025
At DP Flooring, we are dedicated to transforming spaces with high-quality flooring solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Specializing in carpet, laminate flooring, hardwood flooring, refinishing, and ceramic tile, we bring a wealth of expertise and craftsmanship to every project. Our extensive selection features the latest styles and durable materials, ensuring that each installation not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home or business but also withstands the test of time.
"All went well."
Ross M on January 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
Master Tile and Flooring Installers 30+ Years of Experience Veteran- & Woman-Owned and Operated Licensed | Registered | Insured Serving Philly, Delco, South Jersey
"this was an outstanding experience! Mike was coming in after we had another contractor do a subpar job. Tiling is absolutely an art form and Mike is the best at it. We couldn’t be happier and his pricing was very competitive. Would recommend to anyone. Will be using him again."
Kara B on November 2023
Master Tile and Flooring Installers 30+ Years of Experience Veteran- & Woman-Owned and Operated Licensed | Registered | Insured Serving Philly, Delco, South Jersey
"this was an outstanding experience! Mike was coming in after we had another contractor do a subpar job. Tiling is absolutely an art form and Mike is the best at it. We couldn’t be happier and his pricing was very competitive. Would recommend to anyone. Will be using him again."
Kara B on November 2023
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.
"Top notched and very professional company. Job started and completed on time. Installation is beautiful. Patrick was very informative and professionally explained information on how to care for the material. He followed up afterwards with a call I highly recommend this company 100 a5?percent"
Diane p on February 2024
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.
"Top notched and very professional company. Job started and completed on time. Installation is beautiful. Patrick was very informative and professionally explained information on how to care for the material. He followed up afterwards with a call I highly recommend this company 100 a5?percent"
Diane p on February 2024
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.
"the costs for the drywall repair and paint were extremely expensive for such a small area - miscommunication"
Melissa N 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.
"the costs for the drywall repair and paint were extremely expensive for such a small area - miscommunication"
Melissa N on May 2025
With over 12 years of experience, we are a full-service home and business renovation company, hyper focusing in larger construction projects such as additions, new builds, multi-room renovations. RRR-Renovations.com
"I highly recommend Triple R Renovations. They worked on a repairs following a sewage back-up at my aunt’s home. The team was very responsive and had a great attention to small details on the repair work. The work makes it look like the prior damage never happened. The really went the extra mile for my aunt. Finally, they were very reasonable with pricing and understanding of my aunt’s situation."
Michael B on March 2023
With over 12 years of experience, we are a full-service home and business renovation company, hyper focusing in larger construction projects such as additions, new builds, multi-room renovations. RRR-Renovations.com
"I highly recommend Triple R Renovations. They worked on a repairs following a sewage back-up at my aunt’s home. The team was very responsive and had a great attention to small details on the repair work. The work makes it look like the prior damage never happened. The really went the extra mile for my aunt. Finally, they were very reasonable with pricing and understanding of my aunt’s situation."
Michael B on March 2023
We have been in the carpet industry for over 17 years. Carpet, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring Sales/Installation 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! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
"Job went very well. They have been doing work for me for a couple of decades, and always have done excellent work."
Dan M on July 2023
We have been in the carpet industry for over 17 years. Carpet, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring Sales/Installation 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! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
"Job went very well. They have been doing work for me for a couple of decades, and always have done excellent work."
Dan M on July 2023
Quality Construction Services LLC has been remodeling and building custom homes. We specialize in energy efficient building and remodeling. Our remodeling projects include additions, kitchens, baths, master suites and basements.Our carpenters are craftsmen who have been providing excellent service to our clients for almost 30 years.
Quality Construction Services LLC has been remodeling and building custom homes. We specialize in energy efficient building and remodeling. Our remodeling projects include additions, kitchens, baths, master suites and basements.Our carpenters are craftsmen who have been providing excellent service to our clients for almost 30 years.
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.
"The initial installation was done professionally. Unfortunately after three months the system failed. From Friday to Tuesday I was without hot water and heat and the temperature in my house went down to the 40s. It took five visits to fix the issue. The manufacturer advised that the solution called for disabling something in the system to keep that part from failing. I am worried that the system is not safe. I will be contacting the DC Consumer and Regulatory Affairs as I have no faith in the quality of this system. This company installed a furnace and hot water heater system in November. Three months later I discovered water leaking from the system; there was water all over the floor. A tech came out on a Wednesday but was unable to make the repair. The tech shut off the valve and had me turn off the system. He returned the next day and stopped the leak. Due to warmer than normal temps I didn’t realize the heat was not working and by Saturday morning the temperature in my house was in the 40s. A tech came out for the third time on Saturday but wasn’t able to fix it. I would have to wait until Monday. The tech returned for the forth time, was here for about an hour. I found out later a part needed to be ordered but would not be available until Tuesday. The tech made a repair and said he disabled a part, per the manufacturer, so the system wouldn’t fail again. I don’t have any confidence that this system is safe or fixed so it won’t break down again. I began calling customer service on Saturday when it was clear that the system couldn’t be fixed. I asked for a replacement of my system. Unfortunately the people who could help were not available on the weekend. I waited until 8 on Monday and still had not received a called. At this point I was quite angry. I finally received a call back and I vehemently expressed that I wanted a replacement system. I was told it didn’t work that way and he wasn’t in the mood to be yelled at and hung up."
Carol W on February 2022
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.
"The initial installation was done professionally. Unfortunately after three months the system failed. From Friday to Tuesday I was without hot water and heat and the temperature in my house went down to the 40s. It took five visits to fix the issue. The manufacturer advised that the solution called for disabling something in the system to keep that part from failing. I am worried that the system is not safe. I will be contacting the DC Consumer and Regulatory Affairs as I have no faith in the quality of this system. This company installed a furnace and hot water heater system in November. Three months later I discovered water leaking from the system; there was water all over the floor. A tech came out on a Wednesday but was unable to make the repair. The tech shut off the valve and had me turn off the system. He returned the next day and stopped the leak. Due to warmer than normal temps I didn’t realize the heat was not working and by Saturday morning the temperature in my house was in the 40s. A tech came out for the third time on Saturday but wasn’t able to fix it. I would have to wait until Monday. The tech returned for the forth time, was here for about an hour. I found out later a part needed to be ordered but would not be available until Tuesday. The tech made a repair and said he disabled a part, per the manufacturer, so the system wouldn’t fail again. I don’t have any confidence that this system is safe or fixed so it won’t break down again. I began calling customer service on Saturday when it was clear that the system couldn’t be fixed. I asked for a replacement of my system. Unfortunately the people who could help were not available on the weekend. I waited until 8 on Monday and still had not received a called. At this point I was quite angry. I finally received a call back and I vehemently expressed that I wanted a replacement system. I was told it didn’t work that way and he wasn’t in the mood to be yelled at and hung up."
Carol W on February 2022
Choosing between porcelain and ceramic tile depends on your needs. Porcelain tiles offer exceptional durability and are ideal for high-moisture areas like bathrooms. Ceramic tiles are easier to install and provide more design flexibility. Consider your space's function, traffic levels, moisture levels, and your style preferences when making your decision.
To prepare your subfloor for tile installation, your pro will start by ensuring it's level and reinforced. A stable subfloor guarantees lasting performance. Your tiling pro can use fiber cement backboards or high-quality plywood to create a solid base. Proper preparation prevents water damage and cracking, leading to a durable, attractive finish.
Wait 24 to 48 hours after tiling before installing grout. This allows the thin-set adhesive to cure properly, ensuring a strong bond. Grouting too soon can cause misalignment and damage. If there's a delay, you can leave tiles ungrouted temporarily. Keep the surface clean and avoid foot traffic to prevent misalignment or cracking. This keeps your installation intact until you can grout.
you need fewer of them, reducing cuts and grout lines. However, very large tiles require careful handling and precise cutting, which can be complex. Standard sizes like 12x12, 18x18, and 12x24 inches provide a good balance between ease of installation and visual appeal.