Expert Tile Installation in Poncey-Highland

For a cosmetic tile replacement, where you're removing old tile and installing new tile without moving plumbing or changing the layout, a permit is typically not required by the City of Atlanta. If the project involves moving drains, adding fixtures, or making structural changes, a permit is required. We're happy to talk through what your specific project involves so you can make that determination with confidence.

Generally, no. Plaster walls in older Atlanta bungalows are often not flat enough for tile and may have areas of delamination that would cause tiles to fail. In dry areas, we can sometimes skim-coat plaster and tile over it if the surface is sound. In wet areas like showers, we always remove to the studs and install cement backer board before tile. This is the only way to ensure the waterproofing is intact and the substrate is appropriate for a wet environment.

Parking in Poncey-Highland varies by block. Most residential streets have adequate street parking for our crew and materials. For larger projects where we need to unload a significant amount of material, we ask that you let us know in advance so we can plan the delivery timing. We've worked throughout this neighborhood and are familiar with the parking patterns on most streets.

Matching vintage tile can be challenging because older tile dimensions and color runs are often discontinued. If you need to repair or extend an existing tile installation, we recommend checking with specialty tile suppliers who carry reproduction vintage tile. We can help you measure and identify what you have, but we can't promise a perfect match for tile that was manufactured decades ago. In some cases, a contrasting accent tile used intentionally looks better than a near-match that doesn't quite align.