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I used to install tile with a friend of mine that was a contractor. If the tiles are popping do what most of the guys have said and find out about the sub-floor. There are lots of ways to cut costs, but like we told our customers "we can put in tile that you will have to replace every 5 years or put in tile that you will have as long as you have your house" The Durock is a must and make sure you use a good thinset. Tiling can be easy and frustrating. If you don't buy the cheapest stuff on the market and take a little time you can do it all yourself and then you are only out the cost of materials. You can figure whatever your costs are for materials and double it and add 10% for unexpected overages (they always pop up). This should get you in the ballpark of what it would cost to have it installed by a professional. If you do use a contractor get a couple of estimates and ask for references and call them and ask them about the contractor. Just my .02, it is your decision.
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