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Hiring Wall Tile Installation Tradespeople Tips

If you’re looking to hire wall tile installation tradespeople, this article can point you in the right direction. Because of Covid home renovation delays, hiring a tradesperson has become increasingly challenging. However, if you post your wall tiling project on the super helpful MyJobQuote website, you can obtain free quotes from local wall tilers. I will share my tips on hiring wall tile installers to help you start your project. I’ve refurbished several kitchens and bathrooms throughout my years as a homeowner. Also, as a builder’s daughter, I’ve picked up a few tips.

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Hiring Wall Tile Installation Tradespeople Ten Tips

Tiling walls is one of those jobs that pays to hire an expert. The suitable tiles and a high-end finish can transform your bathroom or kitchen. Getting it right can look good, cost you money to rectify, and cause water leak problems. To avoid making these mistakes, you can just read my ten tips below.

  1. Always get three quotes for the tiling job to compare the prices. Unless saving money is your priority, a low price doesn’t always mean a high standard of work.

2. Check each tiler’s reviews and ask for photographs of their recent projects.

3. Clearly state the scope of the tiler’s quote. Do the existing tiles need to be removed and disposed of? How many square meters of tiles do they need to install? Also, tell them about the tile material, shape, and size. Intricate patterns will cost more, so they know your design ideas beforehand. Additional items to consider include who supplies the tile edging trim, adhesive, grout, and silicone.

4. Provide the tiler with pictures of your bathroom and the wall measurements.

5. Confirm the tile installation date and timescale of the tiling job.

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6. Agree on the payment terms. Please hold funds back until the job is completed and you are happy with the work.

7. Talk the tiler through the project on-site so they know what you want to achieve. Discuss where the main tile joining focal points are in the room, for example, centring a tile behind the shower control panel.

8. Keeping the tiler hydrated with tea and coffee can help keep the working relationship sweet. It also gives you an excuse to peek around the door to monitor the progress.

9. Approve the job before releasing the final payment. Be mindful that you may not be happy with the results, so when you hire the tiler, ask what their procedure is should this situation arise. Some tilers may provide a guarantee for their work.

10. Leave an honest online review to help others looking to hire a tradesperson for their project.

Make sure you purchase suitable tiles for walls and floors. Remember that the bigger the tiles, the quicker the job will be, keeping costs down. Get a tile sample to feel the texture and how heavy it is. Lightweight tiles will make it easier to adhere to walls.

Hiring Wall Tile Installation Tradespeople Information

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MyJobQuote makes hiring professional tradespeople and getting quotes easy. To gauge how much tilers cost, please look at their guide: Wall Tile Installation Costs. It talks you through the different types of tiles, considerations and prices. When ready to hire a tradesperson, you can just log onto MyJobQuote. Click post a job, select wall tilers, and provide a description, price guide, and timeline. By adding your postcode, you will be connected to local wall tilers. What a brilliant way to find a professional to do your tiling, plumbing, painting, odd jobs and anything else to keep your home and garden in tip-top condition. Good luck with your project, my lovelies.

Author: Homegirl London. Photographs: Homegirl London. Disclosure: This is a sponsored collaboration/advertising.