Hello my name Ernesto D and I have over 17 years experience on any tile and stone
"First, our floor looks fantastic! Second, Ernesto was so easy to work with. He’s communicative. He shows up when he says he will and the job was started and finished on time. Best of all, he’s detail oriented and does such good work! I will recommend him to my friends, my neighbors, and anyone else who asks!!"
Jill/ Los Osos Floor Job R on August 2024
Hello my name Ernesto D and I have over 17 years experience on any tile and stone
"First, our floor looks fantastic! Second, Ernesto was so easy to work with. He’s communicative. He shows up when he says he will and the job was started and finished on time. Best of all, he’s detail oriented and does such good work! I will recommend him to my friends, my neighbors, and anyone else who asks!!"
Jill/ Los Osos Floor Job R on August 2024
We offer comprehensive services including flooring installation with a full flooring showroom, home remodels, additions, new construction, as well as specialized cleaning including janitorial, duct cleaning, carpet, tile, and water, fire, and mold remediation, available 24/7 to meet all your needs. In our business, we offer free quotes and assessments to help you get an idea how much your project will cost. We service Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties from Carpinteria to San Miguel, California. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8-5PM but our phones are 24/7.
"Beautiful work. Hard-working crew. Fast and efficient. Showed up on time, professional, careful, perfect cleanup. Great follow up. Will be using this company again Great experience."
Janie K on November 2024
We offer comprehensive services including flooring installation with a full flooring showroom, home remodels, additions, new construction, as well as specialized cleaning including janitorial, duct cleaning, carpet, tile, and water, fire, and mold remediation, available 24/7 to meet all your needs. In our business, we offer free quotes and assessments to help you get an idea how much your project will cost. We service Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties from Carpinteria to San Miguel, California. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8-5PM but our phones are 24/7.
"Beautiful work. Hard-working crew. Fast and efficient. Showed up on time, professional, careful, perfect cleanup. Great follow up. Will be using this company again Great experience."
Janie K on November 2024
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A kitchen remodel is one of the most important renovations you can make. New cabinets, granite countertops, backsplash and flooring will enhance the heart of your home, spice up your space and add value to your house. To help you bring you dream to reality, we have put an incredible money saving package. Plus since we are upfront about our pricing, it's never been easier to buy. We're not just about the great packages we offer, call now and set up your complimentary consultation and one of our experienced kitchen specialists will come out to your home, at your convenience, do a complimentary 28 point design analysis and help design and put together the kitchen of your dreams. Our design analysis is much more than just a free quote...it's a diagnostic tool that allows our kitchen specialists help you choose the right products for your decorating taste and life-style. We'll walk you through a series of questions that will help narrow down the thousands of options, to the options that exactly match your unique style and taste. Call now to take advantage of your complimentary consultation!
"A nightmare!! A kitchen cabinet refacing was to take 3-4 days, but it took 14 months. When it was finally over I asked them to updatemy warrantee to start on the completion date they refused. They said the last year of inco.petence was just follow up. Stay away from these people!!"
terri h on May 2025
A kitchen remodel is one of the most important renovations you can make. New cabinets, granite countertops, backsplash and flooring will enhance the heart of your home, spice up your space and add value to your house. To help you bring you dream to reality, we have put an incredible money saving package. Plus since we are upfront about our pricing, it's never been easier to buy. We're not just about the great packages we offer, call now and set up your complimentary consultation and one of our experienced kitchen specialists will come out to your home, at your convenience, do a complimentary 28 point design analysis and help design and put together the kitchen of your dreams. Our design analysis is much more than just a free quote...it's a diagnostic tool that allows our kitchen specialists help you choose the right products for your decorating taste and life-style. We'll walk you through a series of questions that will help narrow down the thousands of options, to the options that exactly match your unique style and taste. Call now to take advantage of your complimentary consultation!
"A nightmare!! A kitchen cabinet refacing was to take 3-4 days, but it took 14 months. When it was finally over I asked them to updatemy warrantee to start on the completion date they refused. They said the last year of inco.petence was just follow up. Stay away from these people!!"
terri h on May 2025
Sweat Equity Construction is Veteran owned and operated, and can help with home renovation projects. We strive to be the best at our craft, by focusing on one job at a time and exceeding client expectations. Need to tear out an old outdated bathroom to install the shower of your dreams? We got you Tired of looking at your outdated kitchen and need to remodel? We got you We specialize in home remodels, and can help with: Plumbing Electrical insulation drywall paint flooring tile work finished carpentry plaster Repairs cabinetry Closet system builds
"David is very knowledgeable. I was able to get the kitchen remodeled and his work exceeded my expectations. I’m very satisfied with the way things turned out. I will definitely recommend to anybody looking for reasonable and honest work."
Abraham A on March 2024
Sweat Equity Construction is Veteran owned and operated, and can help with home renovation projects. We strive to be the best at our craft, by focusing on one job at a time and exceeding client expectations. Need to tear out an old outdated bathroom to install the shower of your dreams? We got you Tired of looking at your outdated kitchen and need to remodel? We got you We specialize in home remodels, and can help with: Plumbing Electrical insulation drywall paint flooring tile work finished carpentry plaster Repairs cabinetry Closet system builds
"David is very knowledgeable. I was able to get the kitchen remodeled and his work exceeded my expectations. I’m very satisfied with the way things turned out. I will definitely recommend to anybody looking for reasonable and honest work."
Abraham A on March 2024
The Visalia Ceramic Tile, Inc. family of companies prides itself on excellent customer service and customer satisfaction in tile sales and installation. Visalia Ceramic Tile, Inc. provides professional quality service to homeowners, general contractors, the State of California and private business owners. American Ceramic Tile services the public with all tile, granite, supplies for your DYI customers and currently accepts, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Checks, and Cash. Ofrecemos un servicio al cliente en español para nuestros clientes de habla hispana.
The Visalia Ceramic Tile, Inc. family of companies prides itself on excellent customer service and customer satisfaction in tile sales and installation. Visalia Ceramic Tile, Inc. provides professional quality service to homeowners, general contractors, the State of California and private business owners. American Ceramic Tile services the public with all tile, granite, supplies for your DYI customers and currently accepts, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Checks, and Cash. Ofrecemos un servicio al cliente en español para nuestros clientes de habla hispana.
We specialize in cleaning houses, offices, commercial buildings and more ! We offer a 20% discounts for first time customers, 100% satisfaction guarantee and we are very competitive. We have been in business for about 7 years.
We specialize in cleaning houses, offices, commercial buildings and more ! We offer a 20% discounts for first time customers, 100% satisfaction guarantee and we are very competitive. We have been in business for about 7 years.
Welcome to Efloors.com, one of the largest online flooring retailers. We work hard to bring you great values; offering discount prices on laminate, hardwood, area rugs, bamboo, cork, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone and carpet tile from the brands you know and trust. Give us a call. You will find what you may have thought to be an impossible combination when purchasing flooring online: name brand flooring, unbeatable prices and expert advice.
"Communication is terrible! Brittany will ignore you and ingnore you time after time"
Darlene O on July 2022
Welcome to Efloors.com, one of the largest online flooring retailers. We work hard to bring you great values; offering discount prices on laminate, hardwood, area rugs, bamboo, cork, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone and carpet tile from the brands you know and trust. Give us a call. You will find what you may have thought to be an impossible combination when purchasing flooring online: name brand flooring, unbeatable prices and expert advice.
"Communication is terrible! Brittany will ignore you and ingnore you time after time"
Darlene O on July 2022
Locally owned and serving the Valley since 1983 with the national buying power of the Flooring America co-op
Locally owned and serving the Valley since 1983 with the national buying power of the Flooring America co-op
“Hi my name is Mike and I’m the owner of Spic & Span Cleaning Services. What I love most about my business is the smiles our clients have after we have renewed and refreshed their flooring! Our Clients cannot believe how fresh smelling, fluffy and brightened there cleaned carpets are after we have completed our proven steam cleaning process. Our Tile & Grout cleaning process is also a winner. With our process your tile flooring will be sparkling clean and your grout lines will look like new again! We are also experts in fine area rug cleaning, sofa, chairs or other upholstery, our professional cleaning service is ready when you are. Most importantly “Our Service will Delight, or it’s free, I Guarantee it”.
“Hi my name is Mike and I’m the owner of Spic & Span Cleaning Services. What I love most about my business is the smiles our clients have after we have renewed and refreshed their flooring! Our Clients cannot believe how fresh smelling, fluffy and brightened there cleaned carpets are after we have completed our proven steam cleaning process. Our Tile & Grout cleaning process is also a winner. With our process your tile flooring will be sparkling clean and your grout lines will look like new again! We are also experts in fine area rug cleaning, sofa, chairs or other upholstery, our professional cleaning service is ready when you are. Most importantly “Our Service will Delight, or it’s free, I Guarantee it”.
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.