Business Details
50 Years
experience
Terrazzo, Tile & Stone Contractors in Allentown, PA
Founded in 1976, Yorie Tile & Terrazzo has established itself as a leader in terrazzo, tile, and stone installation for commercial and institutional projects. Our company combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, delivering durable and aesthetically superior finishes across the Northeast U.S. With decades of experience, we serve diverse sectors including education, healthcare, hospitality, and government. Our team includes third-generation experts and certified professionals committed to safety and quality. We maintain partnerships with top architects and contractors, completing landmark projects like the Museum of the American Revolution and Penn State University facilities.Recognized with national awards for workmanship, we uphold stringent safety protocols and invest in ongoing training for our skilled tradespeople. Our leadership, including President Joe Iorio and Vice President Brian Brinker, continues the founding principles of quality and integrity. We operate from strategic locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, ensuring efficient service to our clients. Our comprehensive approach includes custom design consultations and budget planning to meet project requirements. This legacy of excellence positions us as a trusted partner for complex terrazzo and stone applications.
Services
Terrazzo Installation
Stone Setting
Tile Installation
Custom Design Services
Budget Pricing Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of experience in terrazzo, tile, and stone installation
- Proficient field superintendent with 20+ years of industry experience
- Third-generation leadership in terrazzo craftsmanship
- Recipient of multiple national honor awards for workmanship
- Stringent safety program ensuring project excellence
Services
Terrazzo Installation
Our terrazzo installation service combines traditional craftsmanship with modern materials to create durable, high-gloss floors for commercial spaces. Using epoxy and cement-based systems, we execute complex patterns and color combinations tailored to architectural specifications. Projects range from 100,000+ square foot casino floors to intricate historical restorations requiring precise color matching.
Stone Setting
We specialize in natural stone installation for both interior and exterior applications, including marble, granite, and limestone surfaces. Our team executes precise cuts and layouts for building facades, institutional entryways, and luxury interior features. This service includes structural stone anchoring and waterproofing for exterior durability.
Tile Installation
Our tile services cover large-format porcelain, ceramic, and specialty tiles for high-traffic commercial environments. We implement crack-isolation membranes and moisture-resistant substrates to prevent long-term damage. This includes ADA-compliant textured surfaces for safety in public spaces like transportation hubs and healthcare facilities.
Custom Design Services
We provide terrazzo sample creation and color-matching services using client-provided materials. Our design consultants assist with aggregate selection, pattern layout, and LEED compliance planning. This includes on-site meetings with resin manufacturers to ensure material specifications meet project requirements.
Budget Pricing Consultation
Our estimating department offers cost-range projections for terrazzo and tile projects based on scope, design complexity, and material choices. This service includes value engineering recommendations to optimize budgets while maintaining quality standards for commercial and institutional clients.
People
Thomas A. Yorie Jr.
Founder
Founded the company in 1976 after learning terrazzo techniques from his father in Syracuse, NY. Transformed the business from regional work to national award-winning projects, establishing industry standards for quality and safety.
Joe Iorio
President
Serves as President since 2013, overseeing project management and client relations. With 20+ years of experience, he maintains the company's founding principles while implementing modern construction technologies and safety protocols.
Brian Brinker Jr.
Vice President
Promoted to Vice President in 2013, he manages field operations and workforce training. As a former lead foreman, he ensures technical excellence across all terrazzo and stone installations while mentoring next-generation craftsmen.
Questions
What commercial sectors do you serve?
We specialize in educational institutions, healthcare facilities, casinos, government buildings, and transportation hubs across the Northeast U.S.
Can you match existing terrazzo patterns?
Yes, we provide custom samples using paint swatches or material codes to replicate existing designs for restoration projects.
Do you handle large-scale projects?
Our team executes single projects exceeding 100,000 square feet, including casino floors and university facilities.
What safety certifications do you maintain?
We follow OSHA standards with a dedicated safety officer and maintain a stringent internal safety program for all job sites.
How do you handle design consultations?
We offer on-site visits with aggregate samples and resin options, or virtual meetings with digital color brochures for material selection.
