Tile & Flooring
Installation
Precision tile work and flooring installation across the Tri-Cities. Showers, backsplashes, and floors done right.
What tile and flooring does S&J install in the Tri-Cities?
Shower & Tub Tile
Waterproofed and precision-set. We don't cut corners on the moisture barrier.
Kitchen Backsplash
Subway, mosaic, large-format — installed straight and grouted clean.
Floor Tile
Porcelain and ceramic floor tile throughout kitchen, bath, and entry.
Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)
Waterproof, durable, and looks great. Most popular flooring choice right now.
Hardwood Flooring
Solid and engineered hardwood installation and refinishing.
Bathroom Floor Tile
Heated floor systems and moisture-resistant tile for every bath scope.
LVP vs Tile vs Hardwood — which is right for your room?
The single decision that drives 80% of flooring complaints down the road. Pick based on the room and how you live in it, not just price.
| Decision Point | LVP | Tile | Hardwood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost / sqft installed | $4 – $8 | $8 – $18 | $10 – $20 |
| Water resistance | Waterproof | Waterproof | Susceptible — avoid wet areas |
| Lifespan | 15–25 yrs | 30–50+ yrs | 50–100+ yrs (refinishable) |
| Install time (500 sqft) | 1–3 days | 1–2 weeks | 3–7 days |
| Refinishable | No — replace when worn | No (regrout only) | Yes — multiple times |
| Best for kitchen | Yes — waterproof + budget | Yes — premium look | Yes — high-end + warm |
| Best for bathroom | Yes — moisture-tough | Yes — classic choice | NO — moisture will warp |
| Best for main living | Good — affordable continuity | Cold underfoot in winter | Best — warm + classic |
| Maintenance | Sweep + damp mop | Grout sealing every 1–2 yrs | Refinish every 7–10 yrs |
| ROI on resale | Modest | High | Highest |
Most Tri-Cities kitchens are landing on LVP these days. Most Tri-Cities baths still go tile. Main living areas split between hardwood (older homes) and LVP (newer builds).
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How long does tile and flooring work take?
Tile & Flooring FAQs
How long does a tile shower take to install?
A standard tile shower runs 5–8 working days from demo to grout cure. Larger walk-in or curbless showers can run 7–12 days. We seal everything and wait the full cure window before turning the water back on — no shortcuts.
Do you waterproof the substrate behind shower tile?
Always. We use cement board with a topical waterproofing membrane (Schluter Kerdi or RedGard depending on scope). Waterproofing is the layer that prevents the kind of slow mold-and-rot problem that destroys shower walls 5 years later.
Can you install over existing tile or do you have to rip it out?
Sometimes — on floors it can be done if the existing tile is bonded well and the height change won't cause door/threshold issues. On showers we recommend tearing out and re-waterproofing because covered substrate problems compound.
What's the difference between LVP and laminate flooring?
LVP (luxury vinyl plank) is waterproof and built to handle kitchens and bathrooms. Laminate has a fiberboard core that swells if it gets wet. For any room that might see spills, LVP is the right pick.
How long after installation can we use the bathroom or kitchen?
Tile floor — walk on it after 24 hours of grout cure. Tile shower — wait 72 hours before water exposure. LVP — walk on it immediately (no cure time). Hardwood — wait 24 hours before furniture, longer before area rugs.
Need tile or flooring installed?
We come to you — free on-site estimate within 1–2 days.