Referred to as being one of the best carpet, flooring and upholstery cleaners in Fairfield County, and Angi trusted contractors, we are here to help you with your cleaning needs. Our four step process is the key to our success, much like washing your hair, Many professionals will call it a deep cleaning, we call it our standard process.
"Great. Work was done thoroughly and quickly"
Liza N on March 2025
Referred to as being one of the best carpet, flooring and upholstery cleaners in Fairfield County, and Angi trusted contractors, we are here to help you with your cleaning needs. Our four step process is the key to our success, much like washing your hair, Many professionals will call it a deep cleaning, we call it our standard process.
"Great. Work was done thoroughly and quickly"
Liza N on March 2025
We are here to provide you with professional and satisfying services such as : new tile installations, kitchen backsplash,repairs, re-grouting, tub re-caulking, mildew control, and cleaning. If you live in Connecticut and have a shower leak or problems with the grout and caulk joints of your tile make sure you schedule your free inspection by contacting us today. Cost is determined by the job.
"Billy did great work. He arrived on time and he has a great attitude and took the quality of his work very seriously. The new tile floor looks fantastic."
Henry R on May 2024
We are here to provide you with professional and satisfying services such as : new tile installations, kitchen backsplash,repairs, re-grouting, tub re-caulking, mildew control, and cleaning. If you live in Connecticut and have a shower leak or problems with the grout and caulk joints of your tile make sure you schedule your free inspection by contacting us today. Cost is determined by the job.
"Billy did great work. He arrived on time and he has a great attitude and took the quality of his work very seriously. The new tile floor looks fantastic."
Henry R on May 2024
We have more than 25 years working in swimming pools and ceramic tile inside and outside
"Service was great. Weekly maintenance kept the pool clean and sparkling all summer. Response when we had a repair need was immediate and well done!"
Sullivan . on March 2025
We have more than 25 years working in swimming pools and ceramic tile inside and outside
"Service was great. Weekly maintenance kept the pool clean and sparkling all summer. Response when we had a repair need was immediate and well done!"
Sullivan . on March 2025
We specialize in flooring services, installs, and repairs for laminate, vinyl, luxury vinyl, hardwood, tile, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"From start to finish it was a very professional company and workmanship as well as pricing very fare and reasonable"
Anthony D on November 2024
We specialize in flooring services, installs, and repairs for laminate, vinyl, luxury vinyl, hardwood, tile, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"From start to finish it was a very professional company and workmanship as well as pricing very fare and reasonable"
Anthony D on November 2024
we have all licenced subcontractors for plumbing and electrical
we have all licenced subcontractors for plumbing and electrical
------------ "Have Hammer - Will Travel" Call Us For A Prompt Courteous Estimate --------- We Are Experts In The Remodeling Field. We Love What We Do And You'll Love What We Do For You. With Over 30 Years of Hands On Experience In All Phases Of Home Remodeling, We Can Handle Your Projects, Big or Small, From Start To Finish. Please call us today to schedule your appointment - (203) 240-3298
------------ "Have Hammer - Will Travel" Call Us For A Prompt Courteous Estimate --------- We Are Experts In The Remodeling Field. We Love What We Do And You'll Love What We Do For You. With Over 30 Years of Hands On Experience In All Phases Of Home Remodeling, We Can Handle Your Projects, Big or Small, From Start To Finish. Please call us today to schedule your appointment - (203) 240-3298
Faett Tile has over 30 years experience in the tile installation and replacement business. We do everything from kitchens, bathrooms and back splashes.
Faett Tile has over 30 years experience in the tile installation and replacement business. We do everything from kitchens, bathrooms and back splashes.
We offer all Landscaping, Hardscapes & cleaning needs!
We offer all Landscaping, Hardscapes & cleaning needs!
Maids of Hartford cleaning services provides top of the line Residential and Commercial cleaning. Being female owned and operated, we understand and are trained extensively on how to get down and dirty and get the job done! As a small start up company, we offer complete SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! What does that mean for you? With our many goals and aspirations, one of those many goals includes creating and maintaining a great reputation. Therefore, if you decide to give us a chance to work for you, and you happen to not be satisfied with the job we've done on a certain area, we'll give you a "DO-OVER" for free! We're not your typical cleaning service, we go above and beyond for our clients. Your Clean Home is Our Business!
"Excellent customer service. Left everything spotless."
Gomez U on January 2021
Maids of Hartford cleaning services provides top of the line Residential and Commercial cleaning. Being female owned and operated, we understand and are trained extensively on how to get down and dirty and get the job done! As a small start up company, we offer complete SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! What does that mean for you? With our many goals and aspirations, one of those many goals includes creating and maintaining a great reputation. Therefore, if you decide to give us a chance to work for you, and you happen to not be satisfied with the job we've done on a certain area, we'll give you a "DO-OVER" for free! We're not your typical cleaning service, we go above and beyond for our clients. Your Clean Home is Our Business!
"Excellent customer service. Left everything spotless."
Gomez U on January 2021
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.