Flooring & Tile Services

MEINHAUS flooring and tile services are structured around proper surface preparation, moisture control, and manufacturer-compliant installation standards.

Tile Installation Services

• Floor tile installation (porcelain, ceramic, natural stone)
• Bathroom wall tile systems
• Shower tile installation
• Schluter waterproofing systems
• Tile backsplashes (kitchen and laundry)
• Fireplace surround tile
• Feature walls
• Large format tile (LFT) installation
• Tile replacement and repairs

Tile System Standards

Proper tile installation requires:

• Subfloor evaluation and reinforcement where required
• Cement board or approved underlayment installation
• Decoupling membrane systems (e.g., uncoupling membranes)
• Waterproofing membranes in wet areas
• Proper thinset mortar selection
• Leveling systems for large format tile
• Movement joints and expansion gaps
• Precision grout application and sealing (where applicable)

Wet-area tile systems are installed with proper waterproofing integration to prevent long-term moisture intrusion and structural damage.

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Hardwood & Engineered Flooring

• Solid hardwood installation
• Engineered hardwood installation
• Nail-down systems
• Glue-down systems
• Floating floor systems
• Floor leveling and prep
• Transition strip installation
• Baseboard and trim reinstallation

We assess subfloor flatness and moisture content before installation to prevent cupping, buckling, or separation.

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Vinyl & Laminate Flooring

• Luxury vinyl plank (LVP)
• Luxury vinyl tile (LVT)
• Waterproof flooring systems
• Laminate flooring installation
• Underlayment systems
• Floor removal and disposal
• Subfloor patching and leveling compound
• Vinyl and laminate systems are installed with proper expansion spacing and manufacturer-recommended underlayment specifications.

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Subfloor Preparation & Structural Considerations

A professional flooring installation begins below the surface. MEINHAUS evaluates:

• Subfloor thickness and rigidity
• Joist spacing and deflection
• Moisture conditions
• Slab condition (for concrete installations)
• Floor leveling requirements

Where required, we perform:

• Subfloor replacement
• Sistering of joists
• Self-leveling compound application
• Surface grinding or patching

This ensures the finished floor performs long-term without cracking, movement, or premature wear.

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Renovation Coordination

Flooring is often installed alongside carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and cabinetry work. We coordinate sequencing to ensure:

• Tile is installed after waterproof inspections (where required)
• Hardwood is installed after drywall curing
• Flooring is protected during final construction phases
• Proper transitions align with adjacent surfaces

Our process prevents costly reinstallation due to poor scheduling.