Tile YodaFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about tile installation and bathroom remodeling in Greenville, SC.
How much experience do you have in tile contracting?
We bring over 12 years of hands-on experience in residential and commercial tile projects across the Greenville area, including bathroom remodels, custom showers, flooring, and repair.
Do you serve areas outside Greenville?
Yes. We serve Greenville and the surrounding areas, including Greer, Simpsonville, Mauldin, Taylors, Travelers Rest, Five Forks, Fountain Inn, Anderson, and beyond. If your project is nearby, reach out and we'll let you know.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
A shower on its own takes about five to seven days. A hall bath runs seven to ten. A master bathroom is ten to fifteen. Those are working days on site, and they are estimates. Almost nothing is straightforward once the old work comes out, and what is behind it sets the real number.
Why is an on-site estimate necessary for tile work?
Tile pricing depends almost entirely on what is underneath and around the tile: the condition of the subfloor or walls, how much prep and waterproofing is needed, the layout, and the tile you have chosen. None of that can be judged from a phone call or a photo. The visit is free and no-pressure.
Why does bigger tile cost more to install?
The tile is only part of the job. Larger and natural-stone tiles need a flatter substrate, because the TCNA and ANSI flatness requirements get stricter as the tile gets bigger, and they take more time to set flat without lippage. A small ceramic floor and a large-format stone shower are very different amounts of prep and labor.
What are the different types of grout?
There are four: standard cement, which is cheapest but porous and needs sealing once or twice a year; high-performance FA cement, where FA stands for fine aggregate; pre-mixed grout; and epoxy. Which one is right depends on where it is going, and a shower is a different problem from a backsplash.
What is the best grout for a shower?
For a shower we recommend epoxy. It is non-porous, so it is genuinely waterproof, it resists mold, it never needs sealing, and it holds its color for years. We have never had a callback for an epoxy grout repair. Outside the shower, high-performance FA cement is often the smart-value choice. Read the full breakdown.
How much does a tile shower cost?
A 60 by 32 shower averages around $5,200. That covers full waterproofing, a preformed Schluter pan, a FloFX drain kit, 12 by 24 tile on the walls, mosaic on the floor, a 6 inch curb with a plank top, and epoxy grout. Niches, benches, heated floors and a curbless entry all add to it.
Do you warranty your work?
We warranty our workmanship for one year from completion. That covers installation failures: tile coming loose, grout failing, a pan we built leaking. It does not cover materials supplied, work over a substrate we did not install or were not allowed to correct, damage from movement or settling in the structure, water damage from a source that is not our work, or normal wear.
How do I clean shower tile and grout?
Be careful. Many over-the-counter tile and grout cleaners are highly acidic or highly alkaline, and they slowly eat away cement grout, stripping the color and washing the grout out of the joints over time. Use a pH-neutral cleaner and warm water for routine cleaning. Save anything stronger for haze or hard-water buildup, and neutralize it afterward.
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