Cracks running across several tiles
Straight-line cracks across a floor are rarely about the tile itself. We check deflection, the backer and any slab crack, then decide whether a crack-isolation membrane is needed.
Serving Aurora & nearby Batavia, Warrenville
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair in Aurora, IL
Cracked, loose or hollow tiles replaced and failing grout redone in Aurora kitchens, without tearing out the whole floor or backsplash.
- Technicians covering Aurora ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503
- Diagnosis first, then a written price for the repair
- Honest advice when replacing makes more sense
Tile and grout problems we repair in Aurora
One broken tile in front of the sink or a run of crumbling grout along the backsplash rarely means the whole surface has to go. In Aurora we cut out the damaged pieces, set matched replacements and regrout the joints so the repair blends with the rest of the kitchen.
Grout stained beyond cleaning
If years of mopping have turned the joints dark, we can grind out the stained grout and replace it in a lighter or darker color.
No spare tiles to match
When the original tile is discontinued, we search salvage and stock sources by size, color and finish, and bring samples to compare in your light.
Chipped tile edges along the dishwasher and cabinets
Exposed tile edges at the dishwasher opening chip when the appliance is pulled out. We replace the chipped pieces and add an edge profile where it helps.
Grout cracking, crumbling or missing
When grout falls out in chunks, it is time to regrout. We remove the failing material with oscillating and carbide tools and refill the joints.
Cracked caulk where tile meets the counter
Where two surfaces meet — counter to wall, floor to cabinet, tile to tub — a flexible sealant belongs in the joint. We redo those lines cleanly.
Hairline cracks in the grout along a seam
A thin crack following a straight line through the grout often marks a joint below. We may cut in a flexible movement joint there instead of regrouting it rigid.
Water getting behind the backsplash
Open grout and failed caulk behind the faucet let water into the wall. We replace the joint materials and check the drywall behind for soft spots.
What we check and fix
- Inspection and tap testA walk-through that maps loose, cracked and hollow tiles before anything is removed.
- Tile matchingLeftover tiles, salvage or a close current match are checked against the installed tile in daylight.
- Careful removalBroken tiles come out in pieces, working from the center so the edges of the good tiles are protected.
- Substrate repairWe clean the bed down to a flat, sound surface and fix anything soft underneath.
- Setting replacement tilesEach replacement goes in flat and flush, bedded in mortar rather than spotted.
- RegroutingJoints are filled with grout matched to the existing color, or the whole area is regrouted for an even look.
- Caulking change-of-plane jointsCorners, counter edges and perimeters get flexible sealant instead of rigid grout.
Common fixes and parts
Ceramic and porcelain tileMost kitchen floors and backsplashes are one of these; porcelain is denser and harder to cut cleanly but very durable.
Epoxy and urethane groutA choice for busy kitchen floors where stains are the main complaint.
Natural stone tileMarble, travertine and slate need stone-safe setting materials and grout that won't stain the edges.
Cement-based groutThe standard grout for most kitchens, available in many colors and easy to match.
Crack-isolation and uncoupling membranesUsed where cracks would otherwise come back through the replacement tiles.
Kitchens like yours in Aurora: before and after
Problem
Fixed
DetailAn Aurora 1980s two-story: before and after
The site: a 1980s two-story in Aurora. The reason for the call: cracked tiles by the sink and grout falling out of the joints. After: matched replacement tiles set flush, fresh even grout and new caulk along the counter. The job covered tile matching, substrate repair, plus regrouting.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Batavia
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Batavia, a typical kitchen for Batavia. The reason for the call: cracked tiles by the sink and grout falling out of the joints. Finished kitchen: matched replacement tiles set flush, fresh even grout and new caulk along the counter. The job covered tile matching, setting replacement tiles, plus regrouting.
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair in Batavia →
Before
AfterTile & Grout Cleaning in a 1980s two-story, Aurora
The same tile deep-cleaned, with even, light grout lines color-sealed.
Tile & Grout Cleaning in Aurora →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Aurora
Cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Aurora →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Aurora
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Aurora →How the repair goes
- Send photos or book a visitA few phone photos of the cracked tile and the surrounding area help us plan.
- Diagnose and matchOn site we tap-test the tile, look for the cause and check replacement options.
- RepairWe replace the tiles, then come back to grout and caulk once the thin-set has cured.
- Seal and checkFinal caulk, sealer and a look at the finished repair together.
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair questions from Aurora homeowners
Can you replace just one cracked tile?
Usually, yes, as long as a matching tile is available. Single-tile replacement is one of our most common repairs.
What affects the cost of tile repair?
Tile sourcing and any subfloor or backer repair drive most of the price. You get a line-item estimate once we have looked at the floor.
Should grout or caulk go between the backsplash and countertop?
Caulk. That joint is a change of plane and moves slightly, so grout there cracks. A color-matched sealant stays flexible.
What is the one-third rule for tile?
For long rectangular tiles, the offset between rows is usually kept to about a third of the tile length, because slight bow in long tiles causes uneven edges at a half offset.
How do you regrout kitchen tile?
We remove the old grout to a consistent depth, vacuum the joints, pack in new grout, tool it and clean the haze off the tile.
Do I need a permit for tile and grout repair in Aurora?
It depends on the scope. Aurora's rule in short: Interior remodels, structural changes and interior plumbing always need a permit; electrical/mechanical may. We handle the permit when one is needed with Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora.
Do you work in my part of Aurora?
Yes. Our crews work across Aurora, including Near Eastside, Tanner, Riddle Highlands, Palace Street — ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503 — and nearby Batavia, Warrenville, Naperville.
Working in Aurora
- A lot of Aurora kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Aurora homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in a historic district? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Near EastsideTannerRiddle HighlandsPalace StreetWest SideFar East Side
ZIP 60506ZIP 60502ZIP 60505ZIP 60504ZIP 60503
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair nearby
Other kitchen services in Aurora
Tile & Grout CleaningDeep-cleaned tile, restored grout color and a sealer that keeps it.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.