Median / Average Pay ($)
- $23.52 / hour (BLS.gov) (Tile and Stone Setters)
- $21.38 / hour (Payscale.com)
- $19.76 / hour (Zippia.com)
- $23.60 / hour (ZipRecruiter.com)
Services Provided
- Consultation and Design – Providing design ideas and aiding clients in choosing the types, colors, and layout patterns.
- Surface Preparation – Preparing surfaces for tile installations by leveling and reinforcing the installation site and applying sealants or waterproofing.
- Installation – Laying out and setting tiles on floors, walls, backsplashes, etc., using mortar, glues, and other adhesives.
- Grouting and Sealing – Filling joints and gaps between tiles with grout and applying sealants to ensure durability.
- Repair and Restoration – Replacing or restoring broken, damaged, or worn tiles and refreshing grout and sealants.
- Demo and Subfloor Repair – Removing old tiles and reinforcing the subfloors to create a stable base for new installations or reinstallations.