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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
Huntington Construction is proud to offer all types of home remodeling from Kitchen to Bathrooms, Bedroom Additions, Patios, Decks , Foundation Services, Detached ADU / Guest House Construction,Structural repairs, Demolition Services, Electrical Services, Foundation Services, Remodeling, Fences & Gates, Roofing. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we won't rest until you are 100% happy with our work. I can offer the best prices and save you money on your next project without compromising detail and workmanship. I have been in the construction business my entire life and have a very extensive and knowledgable background.
"Great work, efficient and professional. Kept in constant contact, easy to work with when challenges arose and changes needed to be made."
sonia s on May 2025
Huntington Construction is proud to offer all types of home remodeling from Kitchen to Bathrooms, Bedroom Additions, Patios, Decks , Foundation Services, Detached ADU / Guest House Construction,Structural repairs, Demolition Services, Electrical Services, Foundation Services, Remodeling, Fences & Gates, Roofing. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we won't rest until you are 100% happy with our work. I can offer the best prices and save you money on your next project without compromising detail and workmanship. I have been in the construction business my entire life and have a very extensive and knowledgable background.
"Great work, efficient and professional. Kept in constant contact, easy to work with when challenges arose and changes needed to be made."
sonia s on May 2025
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
We are a hands on company. All work is performed in house by our staff. Our crew has been with us for over 11 years. We give free estimates, and have a NO money down policy. Our company has operated on the central coast for 30 years without one complaint filed with California State License Board. All work guaranteed. We have limitless referrals. Call Bill Kilpatrick for stress free work on your home or business.
We are a hands on company. All work is performed in house by our staff. Our crew has been with us for over 11 years. We give free estimates, and have a NO money down policy. Our company has operated on the central coast for 30 years without one complaint filed with California State License Board. All work guaranteed. We have limitless referrals. Call Bill Kilpatrick for stress free work on your home or business.
Reliable Restoration and Remodeling is striving to be the best in the mold remediation industry. We don't want to be the biggest. We constantly are looking for new ways to better the company and provide the highest levels of service to our customers. We are keeping our focus on mold remediation, termite repair and mater damage repair. It is our belief that if you do one thing well you should focus on that and do it the best you can and that's what we are doing with mold remediation.
Reliable Restoration and Remodeling is striving to be the best in the mold remediation industry. We don't want to be the biggest. We constantly are looking for new ways to better the company and provide the highest levels of service to our customers. We are keeping our focus on mold remediation, termite repair and mater damage repair. It is our belief that if you do one thing well you should focus on that and do it the best you can and that's what we are doing with mold remediation.
One of the most experienced Custom Home, Residential Remodeling and Commericail Improvement building contractors on the Central Coast
One of the most experienced Custom Home, Residential Remodeling and Commericail Improvement building contractors on the Central Coast
I'm a hands on licensed, bonded and insured contractor working out of Arroyo Grande sevicing the entire Centra Coast. We provide PROFESIONAL INSTALLATIONS for all new construction and remodles for any home or business using proven traditional methods and intergrating new technology to keep up with todays industry for the best quality work at an affordable price. I also wanted to include that we have a perfect satisfactory rate & plenty of references & pictures if needed.
I'm a hands on licensed, bonded and insured contractor working out of Arroyo Grande sevicing the entire Centra Coast. We provide PROFESIONAL INSTALLATIONS for all new construction and remodles for any home or business using proven traditional methods and intergrating new technology to keep up with todays industry for the best quality work at an affordable price. I also wanted to include that we have a perfect satisfactory rate & plenty of references & pictures if needed.
Sean Gilbert Construction is a small construction company specializing in residential building and home remodeling, upgrades, and maintenance. please give me call and see if i can help with your next peoject.
Sean Gilbert Construction is a small construction company specializing in residential building and home remodeling, upgrades, and maintenance. please give me call and see if i can help with your next peoject.
Additional email - bsilva@bcsilvaconstruction.com.
Additional email - bsilva@bcsilvaconstruction.com.
FAQs for tile: ceramic and porcelain installation projects in Nipomo, CA
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.
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