Summary: Soma Tile (Lucas) is a partner through the process and his team is comprised of skilled…read moreand courteous professionals. I would not hesitate in referring them to anyone looking for bath and tile work!! Preface: Let me start this tale with some background. This project was not an exciting "Lets update our 20 year old bathroom and make it stylish and pretty". Instead the project started due to an undetected leak, the stress that comes from random water leaking in random places, and was filled with questions and concerns. Countless others "assured" me that this was a plumbing issue or just due to some neglected maintenance on a 5 year old new-install shower - and then wanted to blast holes everywhere to "find" the leak. At the same time, I did not want to rip apart a shower to then find out it might be plumbing and now a full on repair. I felt overwhelmed in making the wrong choice and doing 2 projects chasing my tail. Lucas walked me through all the typical scenarios that he has seen, leaning on the most probably is a structural fail of the shower system and then did a methodical exploration. A couple hours later and a minimal demo, he confirmed that it was in fact not plumbing related and was def. a failure of the shower system -- and walked me through what it would take. Once his team was onsite, they were focused - creating a whole "clean room" at the entry to the bathroom. 1 day demo, 1 day water-proof, 2 days tile - all while providing the proper time for dry-out and leak testing between steps. Lucas is a perfectionist, being critical on the most minor details -- which to someone that also strives for this level, but has no idea what they are looking for, was very much appreciated. Additionally, he has instilled this value in his team - that are true craftsman with their skill. Each step of the process was walked through, discussed, and made sure we understood the task, goal, and expectations. This is why I say Lucas/Soma Tile was a true partner in this project, as it wasn't a fun project -- it was an overwhelming stressful start where Soma Tile helped take some of the burden and concerns off our shoulders and work it through with their own expertise, experience, and dedication - ensuring every step was executed with precision. Soma Tile knows their craft - Lucas is a partner, his team are craftsman. Huge Thanks to Lucas, Jesus, and Miguel -- not to forget Jose who magically appeared on the last day to leave the place spotless.

What an amazing job Lucas and his team did on my bathroom tile! To begin the project, floors,…read moresurfaces, etc. were protected from dirt and dust that can occur during tile installation. Lucas patiently reviewed design options with me and provided insightful guidance throughout the install. The attention to the smallest detail, combined with the use of a laser to ensure straight lines of tiles was impressive. No detail was overlooked! The color selection of grout was carefully coordinated with the tile. The workmanship is OUTSTANDING! The team demonstrated the same quality standards as they grouted and cleaned the tile repeatedly. Upon completion, Lucas, and his team cleaned the bathroom, and their work area. Soma tile was on time and a pleasure to work with! They truly are craftsman and take pride in their work. I would strongly recommend Lucas and his team.

Super knowledgable, responsive, and easy to work with!…read more He knew the exact name of the type of tile that needed replacement in my bathroom and was fair and reasonable.

Radek replaced a tile floor in my shower recently and I am so happy w/ his work. He was responsive…read moreand professional, showed up when he said he would, and didn't damage anything else while in my condo. His pricing is very fair. I have referred him to him friends and will use him again for my next project. My floor finally looks like a professional did it! I highly recommend Radek!

Francisco did a perfect job, cleaned up well, good communication, and friendly. On time too. I…read morehighly recommend him.

Francisco was very professional and responsive. He re-tiled a small area near my front door. His…read morework is high quality and he left the space very clean. I will definitely reach out to him again for future tiling projects.

I had a small leak in my toilet that I didn't notice until it was too late. I hired Ninos to…read morereplace the bathroom floor. They did a more thorough and expert job than I could have hoped for. The bathroom floor is gorgeous and frankly a significant improvement to the previous floor design. I've already decided to use them to redo the master bath for peace of mind that it's done right. No need to shop around as you won't find a better operation and Vito and Tony don't do any bait and switch crap that so many other places in the city do.

We are exceedingly happy with the exceptional work that Tony & Vito did on our bathroom. Not only…read moreare they nice guys their dedication and passion for detail as master craftsmen made all the difference in making our small bathroom a showpiece. They made effort to exceed our expectations but also their own. From day one we knew we were in good hands - and there's no better feeling in the world. When you need tile or stone work done, these gents are top-notch. Bravo!

Radek was quick with a quote, easy to schedule and offered advice on materials. On the day of…read moreinstallation he was prompt, prepared, and worked efficiently. He did a beautiful job installing our backsplash, we absolutely love it.

Very responsive, came on time, did excellent work-making our shower look like new…read moreKept the workspace clean and completed everything in a very timely manner Would certainly recommend him and will work him again at any opportunity

Enzo's Tile did an excellent job with my kitchen backsplash. The crew was made readily available to…read moredo the job and they were able to squeeze in the grout the next day. The quality of the work was excellent and the cost was reasonable too. I would recommend them to anyone. I'm even considering them for my over-oven microwave installation.

Review Update: Second Experience with Marco After my initial…read morereview regarding my positive experience with Bert, I've since worked with Marco on a second project. While Marco is undoubtedly skilled in his craft, I find myself increasingly wary of his professionalism and attention to detail. I feel compelled to share the issues that raised red flags during this latest experience. First, Marco's punctuality is a constant problem. He was almost always late, and he would often have to leave shortly after to pick up supplies--supplies he had somehow forgotten to bring in the first place. This lack of preparation creates unnecessary delays, and I simply couldn't trust that he would arrive or finish on time as planned. There were other concerning issues that built up over time. Marco left the project unfinished for days, leaving work incomplete that didn't rely on other parts of the job. On one occasion, my modem was mysteriously unplugged while work was being done in the bathroom, a minor incident at first, but it raised questions about why he was in my bedroom at all. When I asked him about it, he acted as though he had no idea how it happened, which felt disingenuous given the location of the modem and the fact that it was hidden behind a mirror. As the job progressed, it became clear that Marco was attempting to increase the price unexpectedly. He claimed that I hadn't been charged for everything, including work he had already completed, such as installing tile. This sudden change in pricing was not only confusing but also concerning given the pattern of miscommunication and questionable charges. Furthermore, there were incidents that raised suspicion about his work ethic. For example, when installing a glass shower door, I heard loud clanging and banging noises coming from the other room. Afterward, Marco informed me that the rails for the shower door were too damaged to install. Coincidentally, I had only noticed minor scratches on the rails earlier when he showed them to me, but there were visible dents afterwards. I can't help but wonder if the damage was caused during the loud noises I heard. Marco also damaged freshly painted walls while working. While he did patch the areas, he insisted that it was my responsibility to repaint them. This isn't the standard of care I expect when hiring a contractor, and it felt like he was trying to avoid accountability for his mistakes. Lastly, I found that Marco charged me for items I didn't need, like extra pipe fittings and even a mop, which were never used in the project. He installed a toilet and purchased supplies for install; however when the same toilet was installed in another bathroom everything needed for installation was included in the box. Upon reviewing the receipts, I noticed several discrepancies and questionable charges. For instance, he charged me for connectors intended for a dishwasher, despite the fact that my project was focused on connecting a toilet and sink. Additionally, there were multiple pipe fittings listed that were completely unnecessary and didn't match the required sizes for the project. Even worse, Marco swapped out parts that I had already provided, such as the stainless steel drain I had purchased, and installed a cheaper substitute without consulting me. I'm very cautious about reimbursing contractors for materials, and this experience only reaffirmed my wariness, especially given the discrepancies in the receipts. In conclusion, while Marco is certainly capable and the work he did was good, I would recommend being cautious when hiring him. It's clear that he needs more oversight. I would suggest double-checking his receipts line by line, ensuring you aren't being charged for unnecessary items or parts that are swapped out without your knowledge. His tendency to be late, leave jobs incomplete, and make changes to pricing or materials after the fact makes him less reliable than I would prefer in a contractor. Unfortunately, I would not recommend Marco unless you're prepared to closely monitor the work and ensure that everything is done correctly.

John and crew came to close our pool for the season. They were excellent and great in educating us…read moreregarding our pool. Highly recommend!

Used for my inground pool for 6 years of insanity mainly because I couldn't find someone to replace…read morethem.. they don't keep appointments, don't return calls, always late if they actually showed up. Finally got a competant company.

Ahhhh! I can't say enough great things about Johann and his guys. As other reviews state, his…read morecommunication was excellent and I received a quote back so quickly. We have been working on our house for a year, so I wasn't used to such a responsive contractor :). Within a week, I received the quote, scheduled the work, and had the work completed today! Ours was a little more than putting up a tile backsplash. We had to tear out an existing backsplash, repair the walls and then put up the new one. Johann's crew was prompt, clean, and completed the job in 3 days! And it's PERFECT! I'm so so so happy with the results, it's too hard to express in words how pleased I am with his work! AND.... They're so friendly and personable! A pleasure to have in our home. Thank you again, Johann! Please, everyone, if you're thinking of tile work, hire him!

Highly recommend Tigele for tile work in Chicago. Worth every cent and completed the work well…read morewithin the expected timeline. High quality work, timely service, and great clean up. We worked with Johan, who installed a new backsplash in our kitchen. He was on time and cleaned up extremely well. He communicated throughout the process and asked questions whenever clarification was needed.

Michael Miller came out yesterday and I can't say enough nice things about him. He was timely,…read moreefficient and so very kind. We had a stubborn sink stain in our bathroom which nobody else was able to remove. Michael took the time and it looks fantastic! I would recommend this company hands down! Thank you Michael! Paula

I was considering replacing the tile in my small condo bathroom until I learned that there were…read morecompanies cleaning the tile and resealing it. I did an online search and The Grout Medic was one of the first companies that came up so I gave them a call and scheduled an appointment. My tile in the shower was an absolute mess. Dirty and dingy. By the time they were done, it was like a whole new shower. I couldn't believe how good it looked! Like brand new! The floor was also cleaned and one horrible stain was almost completely removed. The work lasted most of the day and the person they sent out cleaned up after themselves. I was very happy with the communication and the whole process. I plan on using them again to clean the tile in a couple of years.

They were not the cheapest option, but the had the most options and were super detail oriented. The…read moredesigner made sure the stairs that use to be carpet matched the floors in the rest of the house. They have a partner bank that offered 0% financing for 1 year which was a plus.

I am writing this to warn other homeowners about the "standard procedures" of FCI Chicago North…read moreSide. We paid over $14,000 for a professional installation, but we have been left with a failing floor and an owner who uses "warranty offers" to avoid fixing his own team's gross negligence. 1- The "Standard Procedure" Trap The owner, Brian, will claim he is "ready to resolve" the issue, but don't be fooled. His "remediation plan" is a cheap "spot repair" that ignores the systemic subfloor failure documented by an independent inspector. The inspection report--which the owner himself initiated--confirmed the subfloor is outside of manufacturer flatness tolerances and should have been leveled before a single plank was laid. Instead of honoring the contract, Brian is trying to force a "patch job" that is technically impossible for a click-lock floating floor without compromising the locking mechanisms of the surrounding area. 2-The "Extra-Cushiony" Gaslighting When the floor first began moving and crackling, the owner and his Project Manager, Chuck, didn't even bring a straight-edge to measure the floor. Instead, Brian actually wrote us a letter claiming the structural instability was a "feature," calling it an "extra-cushiony step." It was only after we refused to accept this gaslighting and an independent inspector proved the failure that he finally admitted the floor was out of tolerance. 3- Why "Access" is the New Excuse The owner claims he is being denied access. This is a blatant attempt to flip the narrative. We have welcomed a wall-to-wall assessment to ensure the floor finally meets the 1/8-inch manufacturer requirement we paid for. The owner has refused this. He only wants access to perform "localized" patches that would leave our $14,000 investment non-compliant and likely void our long-term warranty. 4- Unprofessional Negligence: * Technical Failure: The crew installed the planks tight against all four walls with zero expansion space. * Zero Preparation: Subcontractors arrived with no knowledge of the scope of work and didn't even know a vapor barrier was required (even though we paid for it). * Scheduling Over Quality: They attempted to install over a wet slab only 24 hours after abatement. ***Final Verdict:*** FCI Chicago North Side skips the most important steps (leveling and moisture protection), tries to talk you out of noticed defects, and then offers "minimal repairs" once they are caught by an inspector. They prioritize their profit margins over industry standards and contractual honesty. If you want a floor that actually lasts, do not trust this company.