Tiling
How to select the best tiler
Tile can be used to enhance the beauty and functionality of floors and walls in many spaces inside your home. There are many types of tiling available to suit many tastes and usages. In addition to adding flair to your home, tile is also a durable waterproof covering that will provide protections to floors and walls. Hiring a great tiler who will install your tile correctly is very important to prevent later damage from water or wear and tear.
Today, we are going to talk with you about some things to consider when you are looking to select a professional tiler to install tiling in your home.
- Work Experience is just as important as accreditations and memberships
- Ensure you are comfortable and confident in them
- Inquire about detailed job pricing
- Familiarize yourself with job warranties and guarantees
Paying close attention to the above points when searching for a tiler can make the difference between a beautiful job that will last for years and a shoddy one that will cause you nothing but headaches.
Ask about work experience, accreditations and memberships
Tile installation is a common need in many building projects. Tile is commonly found in new builds, as well as the remodeling of bathrooms, kitchens, flooring and even outdoor spaces.
Many tradesmen will offer tiling services, but for any large job, you will want to hire a tiling specialist. A specialist will be a person who has spent substantial time in their careers learning and perfecting their tiling techniques and familiarity with the variety of materials available. Someone with this level of experience will be able to handle any challenges that arise during a job.
When you are on the search for a tiler, seek someone who has performed many jobs similar to the one you are looking to have done. Ask to examine their portfolio of work or even visit job sites to observe their work. They should be more than happy to provide you with references as well.
In addition to speaking with provided references, you can often find a variety of work reviews on dedicated review websites. Gathering as much information prior to making a hiring decision is a valuable usage of your time.
Besides asking questions about their experience and references, be sure to inquire about their memberships and accreditations. Many tradesmen belong to a variety of professional associations such as the Guild of Master Craftsmen, Federation of Master Builders and/or the Tile Association.
Ensure that you have confidence in your selected tradesman
A tradesman can look quite good on paper, but you should also make sure that you feel comfortable with them. This can be assessed from the first interaction. Are they courteous, punctual and detailed, taking the time to ask questions about your project?
It is important that you are able to develop and maintain a professional relationship with your tiler. Good communication should be maintained throughout the project and you should be able to feel at ease discussing any issues or concerns that arise during their time of employment.
In addition, you should feel confident that they are going to be respectful of your home, being polite and maintaining a tidy workspace.
Request a detailed quote
It is important to get at least three quotes before settling on a tradesman for your job. This is even more important if your job is extremely large in scale. The level of detail provided in a tradesman’s quote is indicative of the process they follow.
When requesting quotes, make sure that you are asking for identical items to be quoted for an accurate comparison. Look for information on labor and materials cost, as well as waste disposal.
Get the fine print of warranties and work guarantees
As with any major project, you will want to make sure that you are selecting an individual or firm that stands behind their work. You should select someone that will be happy to remedy any failures in materials or workmanship. Be sure to get these types of guarantees signed and in writing for everyone’s protection.
Taking care to utilize our advice when selecting a tiler will ensure that you get quality workmanship that will stand the test of time.