Hey I posted a question in the business section but thought I’d throw something on here as well. I live in Minneapolis, MN and am a new contractor. I’m wondering where I should be as far as mark-ups on both subs and materials. I’m also wondering what a decent price for wall tile installation and floor tile installation. I know this depends on factors like the tile size and the pattern, but is there a window per sq ft to start with? Like assuming it were a regular brick pattern on both wall and floor, maybe 4 inch tile on the wall and 10 or 12 on the floor. I’m hearing numbers from 7 to 20 bucks. Just looking for some info. to help me fine-tune things a little. I’d really appreciate the help. I want to be competitive, but I don’t want to be a part of screwing us all in the long-run by giving things away. What do you think?
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Why you got so much space between your words Mikey? You talking slow today?
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Repairs, Remodeling, Restorations
They kill Prophets, for Profits.
What? Who the hell is Mikey?
Hi Barntimber,
I won't offer pricing advice, lest you might end up as broke as I am. I just want to extend a word of caution about double posting. Be careful, the powers that be (moderators) will get you for that. Just a friendly heads-up.
Oh, and welcome to BT! =)
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barn... your original post is in the business section .... which is a good place for it
delete this one and pick up on that one
you're dividing your audienceMike Hussein Smith Rhode Island : Design / Build / Repair / Restore
Good call. Thanks Mike.