Floor tile is where installation quality shows most. You walk on it every day, and light from every window rakes across it. Lippage, uneven grout lines and hollow-sounding tiles all come from rushing the preparation.
What’s included
- Removal and disposal of existing flooring
- Subfloor inspection for deflection and moisture
- Self-levelling compound where needed
- Uncoupling membrane over plywood subfloors
- Layout planning, levelling clips and back-buttering
- Grout, transitions, trims and cleanup
What affects the price
Tile format, layout pattern and how much preparation the subfloor needs. Diagonal and herringbone layouts take longer because they generate more cuts and waste, and a floor that is out of level needs levelling first. We price every floor after a free visit — or try the tile cost calculator for a ballpark.
Why Ontario floors need a membrane
Seasonal humidity swings move a plywood subfloor enough to crack tile bonded directly to it. An uncoupling membrane such as Schluter DITRA lets the two move independently. Over plywood, we treat it as standard, not as an upsell.
Popular floor tile choices
Porcelain for entries and kitchens, large format for open main floors, wood-look plank porcelain for a warmer look, and heated tile for bathrooms and basements.