Ceramic Tile Floors & Custom Walk-In Showers

A standard ceramic tile floor installation in a kitchen or bathroom (typically 80–150 square feet) takes 2–4 days including substrate preparation, tile setting, grouting, and sealing. Larger floor areas, complex patterns like herringbone or diagonal layouts, or floors that require significant leveling take longer. Most tile installations have a 24-hour cure time before light foot traffic is allowed and 72 hours before full use. Pro-Tech provides a written timeline with every tile estimate.

A custom walk-in shower tile installation typically takes 3–5 days, including waterproofing membrane installation, tile setting on floors and walls, niche construction, and grouting. More complex showers with multiple niches, heated floors, bench seats, or large-format tile take longer. The waterproofing membrane must cure fully (typically 24–48 hours) before tile is set on top of it — this cure time is built into the project timeline and cannot be skipped without compromising the waterproofing. Pro-Tech does not rush the waterproofing phase.

Pro-Tech installs ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone (marble, travertine, slate), and glass tile. Ceramic tile is the most common choice for Vermont floors and bathrooms — it is durable, moisture-resistant, and available in a wide range of sizes, colors, and textures. Porcelain tile is denser and harder than ceramic, making it ideal for high-traffic areas and exterior applications. Natural stone adds luxury but requires sealing and more careful maintenance. We discuss material options and their maintenance requirements during the estimate so you can make an informed choice.

Tile installation alone typically does not require a permit in Vermont. However, if the tile project is part of a bathroom remodel that includes plumbing modifications — moving drains or adding a new shower — a plumbing permit is required. If the project involves structural changes to the floor framing to accommodate heavier tile or a heated floor system, a building permit may be required. Pro-Tech assesses permit requirements during the planning phase of each project and handles any required applications. We do not proceed with permit-required work without the permit in hand.