What is TCNA-compliant tile installation?

TCNA-compliant tile installation refers to tile installation methods that follow the guidelines and standards set by the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). This ensures the highest quality and durability of installations.

What areas do you serve?

We serve Atlantic, Ocean, and Cape May counties in New Jersey.

Copyright & Trademark Notice | Tillerstead LLC

1. Copyright Notice

All content, materials, software, designs, text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, and all intellectual property displayed on or available through tillerstead.com are the exclusive property of Tillerstead LLC, except where otherwise noted.

This includes but is not limited to:

Website design, layout, and user interface elements
Written content, technical documentation, and educational materials
Photography, illustrations, and graphic designs
Software code, algorithms, and calculation engines
Proprietary methodologies and trade secrets
Brand assets including logos, color schemes, and typography

2. Trademark Notice

2.1 Registered Trademarks

The following marks are trademarks of Tillerstead LLC:

Tillerstead™ – Business name and primary brand
TillerPro™ – Proprietary software suite and calculation engines
Tyler the Tiler™ – Trade name, personal brand, and potential character mark (pending)
"Where Craft Meets Accountability"™ – Primary brand tagline (pending)
"Precision. Permanence. Pride."™ – Brand philosophy and legacy tagline (pending)
"Measured. Verified. Documented."™ – Core methodology statement (pending)
Tyler's Voice™ – Educational content brand (pending)

All trademarks, service marks, and trade names (collectively the "Marks") displayed on this website are the property of Tillerstead LLC or their respective owners. Users may not use these Marks without the prior written consent of Tillerstead LLC or the third party that owns the Mark.

2.2 Brand Slogans & Taglines

The following slogans and taglines are protected under common law trademark rights and pending federal registration:

"Where Craft Meets Accountability" – Primary brand positioning (2024-present)
"Precision. Permanence. Pride." – Core brand philosophy
"Measured. Verified. Documented." – Methodology trademark
"Beautiful finishes start with the invisible work." – Value proposition statement
"Tyler's Eye View" – Editorial perspective mark
"Tyler's Standards" – Quality methodology mark

These slogans embody Tillerstead LLC's unique approach to tile installation and are protected intellectual property. Unauthorized use in connection with construction or tile installation services is prohibited.

2.3 Brand Elements

The following brand elements are protected intellectual property:

Color Palette: Proprietary color combinations (Emerald #00e184, Gold #d4af37)
Typography: Specific font selections and hierarchy
Logo Design: All variations of the Tillerstead logo and wordmark
Visual Identity: Overall brand aesthetic and design language
Character Design: "Tyler the Tiler" character or avatar (if developed)
Brand Voice: Distinctive communication style and personality

2.4 Prohibited Uses

Without express written permission from Tillerstead LLC, you may NOT:

Use any Tillerstead trademarks in your business name or domain name
Create derivative works based on Tillerstead brand assets
Use Tillerstead marks in a manner that creates confusion or implies endorsement
Incorporate Tillerstead marks into your own products or services
Register any trademark confusingly similar to Tillerstead marks

3. TillerPro™ Software & Proprietary Technology

3.1 Software Copyright

TillerPro™ is proprietary software owned exclusively by Tillerstead LLC. This includes all:

Source Code: All JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and server-side code
Algorithms: Calculation formulas and estimation logic
Data Structures: Database schemas and data organization
User Interface: Design, layout, and user experience elements
APIs: Application programming interfaces and integrations
Documentation: Technical specifications and user guides

3.2 Reverse Engineering Prohibition

STRICT PROHIBITION:

You may NOT reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code of any TillerPro™ software or calculation engines. This includes:

Inspecting or copying calculation algorithms
Extracting pricing models or labor rate formulas
Replicating user interface designs or workflows
Creating competitive or derivative software based on TillerPro™

Violation of this prohibition constitutes intellectual property theft and will result in immediate legal action, including but not limited to injunctive relief and monetary damages.

3.3 Proprietary Methodologies

Tillerstead LLC has developed proprietary methodologies for tile installation, estimation, and project management. These methods are trade secrets protected under New Jersey Uniform Trade Secrets Act (N.J.S.A. 56:15-1 et seq.).

Protected methodologies include:

Installation techniques and quality control processes
Material estimation and waste factor calculations
Project scheduling and labor allocation systems
Quality assurance and inspection protocols
Customer communication and project management workflows

4. Limited License to Users

4.1 Personal Use License

Tillerstead LLC grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to:

Access and view the content on tillerstead.com for personal, non-commercial purposes
Use TillerPro™ calculators for your own project estimation needs
Download or print materials for personal reference only

This license does NOT permit you to:

Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any content
Create derivative works or modifications
Use content for commercial purposes without written permission
Remove or alter copyright notices or attributions

4.2 Business/Commercial Use

For business, commercial, or professional use of Tillerstead content, software, or methodologies, you MUST obtain explicit written permission.

Contact us for licensing inquiries:

Email: legal@tillerstead.com
Subject: Licensing Inquiry - [Specify Use Case]

5. Copyright Infringement & DMCA

5.1 Reporting Infringement

Tillerstead LLC respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users to do the same. If you believe your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes infringement, please provide our Copyright Agent with the following information:

A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing
Contact information (address, phone, email)
A statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
A statement of accuracy made under penalty of perjury

Copyright Agent:
Tillerstead LLC
Attn: Copyright Agent
325 East Jimmie Leeds Road, Suite 7-333
Galloway Township, NJ 08205
Email: dmca@tillerstead.com

5.2 Enforcement Policy

Tillerstead LLC actively monitors for unauthorized use of its intellectual property. We employ automated detection systems and regular audits to identify infringement.

Enforcement Actions Include:

Cease and desist letters
DMCA takedown notices
Litigation for damages and injunctive relief
Criminal prosecution for willful infringement

6. Attribution Requirements

If you are granted permission to use Tillerstead content, you must provide proper attribution:

"© [Year] Tillerstead LLC. Used with permission. TillerPro™ is a trademark of Tillerstead LLC. All rights reserved."

Required Elements:

Company name: Tillerstead LLC
Statement of permission
Trademark acknowledgment (if using TillerPro™ or other marks)
Link to tillerstead.com when possible

7. International Copyright Protection

Tillerstead LLC intellectual property is protected under:

United States: Copyright Act of 1976 (17 U.S.C. §§ 101-810)
International: Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
Trade Secrets: New Jersey Uniform Trade Secrets Act (N.J.S.A. 56:15-1 et seq.)
Consumer Protection: New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act (N.J.S.A. 56:8-1 et seq.)

8. Updates to This Notice

Tillerstead LLC reserves the right to update this Copyright & Trademark Notice at any time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Last Updated: January 27, 2026
Version: 1.0

9. Contact Information

For licensing, permissions, or legal inquiries:

Tillerstead LLC
Legal Department
325 East Jimmie Leeds Road, Suite 7-333
Galloway Township, NJ 08205

Email: legal@tillerstead.com
Phone: (609) 862-8808
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST