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| Ask Around at Tile Supply Stores |
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| Many contractors purchase in bulk from tile supply stores. These stores have a very good idea of the expertise of contractors and generally recommend the very best to their customers. |
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| See for Yourself |
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| Once you have a few names, ask the store about the previous worksites. Visit these places and look at the quality of tile work. A good tiling contractor would not leave crocked lines in the pattern. The wall tiles near the floor should be straight and the seams should be sealed. |
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| Consult Better Business Bureau |
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| Your last stop should be the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Many people ignore this goldmine of information about any professional contractor. Ask them about your tiling contractor and you will receive a complete package containing previous jobs, insurance information and any complaints, if any, by previous customers. |
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| Contact the Contractor |
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| When you have selected the contractor, call them up and schedule a pre-work inspection. Many contractors will charge a small fee for this visit. A good tiling contractor is always very through in these meeting. He will ask a lot of questions about the type of tiles and the manner in which you intend to use the tiles area. |
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| Close the Bid |
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| When you and the tiling contractor are mutually satisfied, get a draftsman to convert your idea into a scale diagram. This is usually done for a small fee. This diagram is required by the contractor to estimate the material, labor and waste. A good tiling contractor will even recommend the type of tile suitable for your job. Once everything is agreed upon, get written contracts stating at least one year guarantee for the tile work. |
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Let the Contractor Handle all the details
Usually your tiling contractor will get the material himself. A good contractor gets the supplies at a discount from large suppliers and charges you the same price that you will pay at any retailers. This is one of the distinguishing points of a good contractor. |
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| Finish the Job |
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| A good tiling contractor is always neat and clean in his work. A proper water dam, safety runners and warning signs are always present at the worksite. Tile saws are operated in open to minimize dust in your building. The clean up is very through and leaves no stains or marks behind. |
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| Choosing a tiling contractor is not a difficult task. If you follow these hints, your tile job would be over with minimum of fuss. A good tiling contractor is really easy to find if you ask your friends and consult online directories. |
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