Let's face it - contractors in Santa Cruz show up when the waves are flat. You can predict when your contractor will "call in sick" or worse - be a no show with no phone call, by the surf report in the morning. Not so with Elegant Tile Works. This company is on time and on budget. No surprises. Keith and his staff tiled the floors of my entire home, both bathrooms, the kitchen and an outdoor shower. I couldn't be more pleased. I have watched Keith's artistry evolve over time, from huge commercial projects to simple bathroom remodels - he keeps getting better. And the best part? He is a good, honest, pleasant human being to deal with. Combine that with expertise, creativity and talent and you have a master tile craftsman. You will not regret hiring this contractor. read more

I was referred to Keith and Elegant construction by a close friend (who did two bathrooms and a kitchen remodel with them) and after getting quotes from several companies, theirs stood out as the most favorable and comprehensive. I first hired them to renovate two bathrooms last year and was so pleased with the results that I brought them back for a full kitchen remodel--which just wrapped up successfully. Their pricing is competitive, and the quality of work is very good. I was especially impressed with the electrical and tile work on both projects. The foreman and crews are skilled, professional, and efficient. Even though I had a designer, Keith and his team offered thoughtful suggestions that made the final result even more aligned with my vision. A couple things to keep in mind: as with any contractor, make sure to read your quotes carefully--I missed that trim work wasn't included in the original painting estimate. Also, the teams tend to start early, which was fine for me but might require a heads-up to your neighbors if noise is a concern. Overall, highly recommend them for home renovation projects! read more

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I have done quite a few projects for Keith and it been really great to work with him. Good pricing with great service and knowledgeable people. Can't go wrong here. read more

Elegant Construction did an outstanding job on the remodel of our bathroom and kitchen in Santa Cruz. Keith Schuler's attention to details were impeccable and each member of his team was superb. The quality of craftsmanship was exceptional. Stephen and Shawn are highly skilled and talented members of the team. They were extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The crew left the work area meticulous and were respectful throughout each stage of the process. Our bathroom and kitchen are absolutely beautiful. My husband and I are eternally grateful to Elegant Construction and can highly recommend without hesitation. read more

Excellent company to work with, quality and timely! Keith and his team are great. Would definitely recommend.

Keith and his crew were great. Professional, on time, respectful of property and quality from start to finish. We love our newly remodeled bathroom. read more

Keith was very responsive after our original tile person went MIA. Met us within a week of inquiry and fit us in his schedule. We had some major dry rot behind the drywall but his team not only repaired it, but stayed in their timeline. I got updates consistently and price was very fair. I am beyond pleased with how this turned out! read more

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Our master bathroom project was a success that came to life due to the exquisite work of Elegant Construction and Tile Works golden team Keith and Martin. From initial demolition, reconstruction, design and execution the work done by Elegant Construction and Tile Works was professional, competent, with amazing attention to details and on time. The result was a spa oasis we will enjoying for the years to come. Thank you Keith and Martin for making our dream come true. read more

Elegant Construction - Beautiful and serene master bathroom designed and executed by Elegant Construction and Tile Works. - General Contractors Near Me

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It is always such a relief when you find "the guy" for a job who you would absolutely hire over and over again and recommend to others without pause. Keith Schuler is that guy. Keith and his awesome crew, Brandon and Shawn, have helped us with three bathroom remodels and a hallway/laundry area tile update. They have been supportive, professional, friendly and knowledgable every step of the way. When Keith arrives onsite, I breathe a huge sigh of relief because I know when he's around, everything is handled. His cool, calm demeanor helps put me at ease (which, when stressing about making so many decisions during the remodeling process-- I am extremely grateful for his relaxedness!) Elegant Tile Works' attention to detail is so reassuring; I know whenever their work is finished, it's going to look perfect. And if it's not, they notice, and fix it without hesitation. I appreciate Keith's design sense and trust him to help guide me in making decisions. He is always very informative, explains the process, and includes me in the layout process which I always really appreciate. I can be a little finicky and indecisive and have a difficult time articulating (or knowing) exactly what I want, and the three of them have been helpful in helping me complete my vision. I heart Elegant TIle Works big time. Can't recommend them highly enough. read more

Exceptional! Exquisite! Elegant! Extraordinary! Keith Shuler at Elegant Construction and Tile Works is a true craftsman in his profession. He remodeled two bathrooms for me and they turned out looking like they should be in the Ritz-Carlton. Every aspect, the demolition, reconstruction of the infrastructure, tiling, plumbing, electrical and bathroom fixtures, were meticulously installed. His communication style is impeccable, in that he truly listens to what you want to accomplish, understands it and reiterates it back to you. He plainly explains the scope of work and the estimated cost of the project, the role he will play, and the role you must play as a client. He was always accessible and provided constant communication, either by text, email or phone. He is an artisan who is somewhat perfectionistic and intense about the quality of the final deliverable. tome, it seemed like he feels there is a right way to do it and he won't settle for less. All this, accentuated by an amiable and flexible style, makes Elegant Construction an undeniable choice for a top notch project in your home. I heartily endorse Keith and his company to do a remodel or full construction based on my experience. Exceeded my expectations! Dr. Robert E. Jones, Jr. read more

I do not write too many reviews but had to tell everyone how pleased I was with Keith and Elegant Construction and Tile works, They re did my 1940 kitchen that needed the works!! Had old paneling for walls old electrical and a complete re-design was needed.. The job they did was amazing, fast clean and turned out perfect!! I added all new cabinets, a giant farmhouse sink quartz counter tops, beverage fridge dishwasher, everything turned out great! read more

We can't say enough good things about Keith Schuler of Elegant Tile Works & Construction, and his very talented crew. They did a fantastic job on our bathroom remodel. We've received so many compliments on our bathroom - everyone notices the gorgeous tile, unusual sink, and all the lovely details. Like any responsible homeowner, we solicited three bids on our bathroom remodel. We live in a charming but small house in the Santa Cruz mountains, with only one bathroom, so getting it "done right" was a top priority. Keeping costs in control was important, as was finding a contractor we felt comfortable working with. We have remodeled several rooms in our house, so we know the challenges and benefits of working with contractors. Of the three bids we received, one was very low and came with a good dose of "well, that can't be done." One was very high, and came with contract fine print that made me wonder, "How many times has this company been sued? Will they work with me if something isn't to my satisfaction, or will they point to a paragraph in the contract?" The 3rd bid was from Elegant Tile Works & Construction. Like the story of Goldilocks, this bid was "just right". When Keith came to bid on the job, we had an almost instant feeling of "this is the guy". When his bid came in right in the middle, without a contract that only a lawyer could appreciate, we knew this was the right company. Our home was built in the 1940s, and comes with some interesting plumbing challenges. Keith and his crew worked through all of them, including the surprises that inevitably occur when you open a wall (we have "before" pictures that will make your hair stand on end). Keith listened to our concerns about moisture, cold winters, and expanding waistlines (OK, he was just being polite on that last topic). Our new bathroom is warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and beautifully lit. We wanted a Sun Tunnel, and Keith suggested one that included a vent fan, as well as a light for the evening hours. We couldn't be more pleased. The Sun Tunnel was precisely positioned, such that we get a fantastic amount of light all day. Keith's strengths include letting us know beforehand if something will cost extra, what our options are, and providing detailed information on costs. We never had to wonder how much changes were costing. - there were no surprises. And ultimately, we felt we could trust Keith to do the right thing. It was like having your best friend remodel your bathroom - we couldn't have asked for a better experience. We plan to remodel our bathroom at our weekday home in Campbell, and we will without a doubt, ask Elegant Tile Works & Construction to do the job. read more

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We used Keith for new kitchen backsplash, new master bathroom tile and various other caulking and finishing of other existing tile elements in our home. We would highly recommend Keith's services based on his quality of work, clear and open communication and reliability. We have received many complements on Keith's tile work in our home and would use his services again! read more

I have been working with Keith Schuler and Elegant Tile for 15 years now and I am so happy to have him as one of my sub-contractors. Keith does beautiful work, is attentive to detail and always helps me make a job run smoothly, working with clients from the design phase all the way through completion of the job. I so appreciate his professional attitude as well as his easy going and warm personality. Keith is always the first person I would go to for tile work. You will be so thankful you chose Elegant Tile for your tile needs! Five Stars for sure! read more

Elegant Tile Works (Keith Schuler and his crew) are awesome. After a rough start on our project with two contractors who quit with no explanation, we were reluctant to call another contractor and I was going to finish the work myself. My wife called Keith on a Saturday, and he showed up Sunday. After looking at what he had to work with, he agreed to do the job. I got an email that night with a bid, and a listing of the additional tile I needed to order to finish the job. I accepted the job via email, and His crew was there the next morning to start the job. I received a call on Monday morning letting me know the grout lines in one corner wouldn't line up because one wall was not plumb, so I was a little worried but relieved to know that these guys were ABLE to tell me upfront about this issue. I let them know it would be acceptable to us if the lines did not match in that one corner. Another tile contractor had estimated 2 weeks to do this install. By Saturday (the 6th day) the job was finished! The grout lines are beautiful and the tiles are all even. The glass-decoration strip was installed beautifully. The "un-matched" grout-lines are not even noticeable as they got them so close. When I had a question that I sent to Keith via e-mail, he was on-site the next day to ensure everything was up to his high standards. The previous two contractors were friends of ours, yet the Elegant Tile Works crew was so personable that my wife was more comfortable with them in our house. Those 5 star were earned through Hard work, Honesty, Reliability. read more

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Update! Keith installed our bathroom, which we LOVE, this summer. 2 months later, our toilet started leaking. I texted him, he arrived in 20 minutes, identified the issue (a crack in the valve), went to get the replacement part and fixed it, within an hour! Keith is a professional, who cares about his work. I cannot recommend him highly enough! read more

Keith and his crew did an excellent job tiling our fireplace. The job was easy to setup. The construction was clean and professional and the job came out superb! read more

Keith is the best. Rebuilt our shower and deck. Fast, clean, excellent, stands by his work, beat his estimate!!! . Will be calling in the future read more

Well, it looks like Keith, Shawn and Brandon did another perfect bathroom remodel! From start to finish this team handled everything including tear out, framing, floating the floor with NuHeat, floating a new shower pan and walls, installing plumbing for tub and shower, electrical for NuHeat, fan, and lights, Solartube, and new tile on the shower and floor. I threw a lot of design changes at them and they handled everything without issue, and without impacting the schedule. Thanks again Keith, Brandon and Shawn! read more

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I worked with Keith at Elegant Tile Works on two tile projects. One was a straight forward small bathroom job (two small bathroom floors) for a condo in Aptos, CA and the other was a larger flooring project with a mosaic border for a residential kitchen in Los Altos, CA. Keith was extremely responsive to both initial requests for a quote and quickly came out to measure and provide labor estimates for both projects. Once we picked the tile we wanted to use, Keith helped us determine the best layout given the dimensions of the rooms and the design we had chosen. Keith shows up on time and he and his team (Brandon) are very fast and efficient workers. They are careful about making sure they contain the dust from their project by covering up things before they start. Their tile layout was perfect and the installation went smoothly. Since they use cement board on top of existing wood floor board the final tile installation comes out a little higher than the existing floor was. This means that any doors which had low clearance before will need to be trimmed and you'll need to think through how to handle the transitions between the new floor and any existing floors that connect to it. They helped us with both these aspects as well. The project was finished within the time frame and budget that was quoted. The floors look awesome and I couldn't be happier with the end result. Keith also offers tile sealing services so you can keep that grout looking shiny and new. It was a pleasure working with Keith and Brandon throughout the process. Keith will be the first person I call for any future tiling needs and I definitely recommend him for projects on either side of the hill. He has a pretty extensive portfolio on Facebook for those that want to check out his work. read more

Used Keith and his crew for a heated large-format tile kitchen floor and backspash. The work was good, so we went ahead and used them for an all new wood stove hearth, which turned out great as well. Took extra care to get the layout right on both jobs, and both were some non-standard tile that aren't easy to do that with. read more

Keith and his team were knowledgeable, professional, and great to work with on our bathroom remodel project. We will definitely be using them for our next project. read more

Keith and his crew just finished up two tile jobs for my bathroom remodels. Keith came out and provided a free estimate along with recommendations for different install options that would fit our budget. He didn't pressure us into any one method, simply stated the pros and cons, the cost and let us decide. He had no problems with us sourcing and providing our own tile and simply coming in to do the install. He was able to handle last minute changes in the scope of work and let us know about any extra cost it would entail. Additionally he was able to work around any stupid mistakes i made when doing the prep work. I had no problems leaving Keith and Brandon alone to do their work, they always locked up when they left. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again for another job. read more

Keith, Shawn and Brandon were wonderful. They showed up on time every day, were very courteous and considerate of laying travertine in a private home while the occupants are still living there. They did a phenomenal job on a very difficult Versailles pattern. We would hire them again in a second as well as refer them to our friends. read more

I loved working with Keith on the tile for my bathroom. He was so careful with the layout that the tiles flowed and we didn't have any weird cuts or odd bits. Keith even thought through how the shower tiles should meet up with the floor tiles. I challenged him with glass tiles for the backsplash behind the sink that had to be cut to accommodate a wall mounted faucet. It is very difficult to cut a hole in a 6" glass tile and Keith came up with the brilliant solution to the problem. read more

I was on a job where Keith and his crew were installing a tile tub surround. There were a couple of problems with the wall surfaces. The team took extra care to ensure that the finished product accounted for those problems. The job looked good, of course. But I was most impressed with their ability and determination to solve problems. I'll certainly recommend them in the future. read more

Keith and his crew recently completed the installation of approximately 700 sq. ft. of tile in our entry, kitchen, family room & guest bath. From the day of the estimate to the day of completion, Keith & his crew were ALWAYS on time and here, as promised. Keith helped us with the material selection which included the tile, grout color, backsplash and counter top. He also installed 3 new toilets and helped with the new island installation and, he plumbed everything as needed. The total time for the tile work was 5 days (as promised) and the total remodel time was 3 weeks, which was so fast we couldn't believe it. Keiths attention to detail is amazing and we will definitely hire him again for future projects. J & P, Rio Del Mar read more

Keith has done a great remodel at my home on a bathroom with heated tiles and tile flooring through out the house. He does great work & pays extra attention to detail. He was very helpful to help me pick out tiles for a third bathroom - building a shower with small marble tiles. I wish I had done this remodel with him years ago! My floors are so lovely to look at & easy to clean - Italian tile. Thank you Keith & crew! read more

Keith, Shawn and Brandon just completed a major bathroom remodel for us and did a fantastic job. They were extremely professional, reliable and considerate, were wonderful about cleaning up throughout the project and keeping noise and mess to a minimum, and they were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were always on time, finished the whole job in 2 weeks and stayed within budget. And the finished bathroom looks amazing! We could not be happier with their work and they will be the first place we call for all future remodeling projects! read more

Keith and his crews are just the best. They just installed approx. 1600 sq. ft. of tile that was a more difficult pattern than some and involved wrapping around to meet back in another room. They also installed backsplashes in my new kitchen. They did a great job from start to finish. I was very impressed with Keith's professional bid that included all his references as well as all disclosures required for consumer protections. His pricing was great as well. I highly recommend him. read more

Keith just completed a bathroom remodel for us. We found him to be reliable and are already planning on having him do our kitchen remodel.