Hollow-sounding or loose tiles
Tiles that rock underfoot or sound empty were often set on spots of thin-set instead of a full bed. We take them up and set them again properly.
Serving Glen Ellyn & nearby Wheaton, Lombard
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair in Glen Ellyn, IL
Cracked, loose or hollow tiles replaced and failing grout redone in Glen Ellyn kitchens, without tearing out the whole floor or backsplash.
- Repairs across Glen Ellyn ZIP 60137
- We find the cause, not just the symptom
- Parts and labor quoted before work starts
Tile and grout problems we repair in Glen Ellyn
We repair kitchen floor and backsplash tile across Glen Ellyn: single cracked tiles, hollow-sounding sections, loose pieces and grout that is missing or stained. Before anything is replaced, we look for the reason it failed, so the fix holds.
Chipped tile edges along the dishwasher and cabinets
Chipped edges along an open side of the floor are replaced, and we can add a profile so the new edge is protected.
Cracks running across several tiles
A crack that travels in a line through tile after tile usually follows movement below — a joint in the subfloor, a slab crack or a flexing floor. We find that cause before setting new tile.
A single cracked or chipped floor tile
Chips and cracks from impact are the easiest repair: the old tile comes out in pieces and a matching one goes into the same spot.
Lippage and uneven tiles
Tiles that sit higher than their neighbors catch toes and chip at the corners. Resetting those pieces flat on fresh mortar takes the lip out.
Tile tented or popped up in the middle of the floor
Tenting comes from built-up stress with nowhere to go. The repair is resetting the tiles and adding the movement joints the floor was missing.
Grout stained beyond cleaning
Regrouting is the answer when stains have soaked all the way in. New grout can be a different color if you want a change.
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.
Where we look first
- Finding the causeBefore replacing anything, we work out what made the tile crack or loosen.
- Careful removalBroken tiles come out in pieces, working from the center so the edges of the good tiles are protected.
- Substrate repairOld mortar is scraped off, and damaged backer, drywall or subfloor is replaced where needed.
- Setting replacement tilesNew tiles are set in fresh thin-set with full coverage and leveled with the surrounding field.
- 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.
- Sealing and cleanupWe finish with sealer where it suits the grout and leave the kitchen clean.
Repair options
Epoxy and urethane groutHighly stain-resistant and needs no sealer, though it takes more skill to install and to remove later.
Crack-isolation and uncoupling membranesA thin layer under the new tile that keeps small slab or subfloor movement from cracking it.
Ceramic and porcelain tileWe repair both glazed ceramic and through-body or glazed porcelain.
Cement-based groutSanded grout for wider joints, unsanded for tight ones; it usually benefits from a penetrating sealer.
Natural stone tileStone repairs use white or stone-specific mortar and pH-neutral cleaning.
Kitchens like yours in Glen Ellyn: before and after
Problem
Fixed
DetailA Glen Ellyn 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial in Glen Ellyn, a typical kitchen for Glen Ellyn. The main complaint was 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. Work included finding the cause, careful removal, plus setting replacement tiles.
Before
AfterA Wheaton 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial near Wheaton Center, a typical kitchen for Wheaton. 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. Work included finding the cause, substrate repair, plus setting replacement tiles.
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair in Wheaton →
Before
AfterA Villa Park 1980s two-story: before and after
The site: a 1980s two-story in Villa Park. The main complaint was chipped tile and crumbling grout. The result: matched replacement tiles set flush, fresh even grout and new caulk along the counter. On site this meant finding the cause, caulking change-of-plane joints, plus sealing and cleanup.
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair in Villa Park →
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
Finished: the same tile deep-cleaned, with even, light grout lines color-sealed.
Tile & Grout Cleaning in Glen Ellyn →
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AfterA Glen Ellyn postwar Cape Cod: before and after
Cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Glen Ellyn →How the repair goes
- Send photos or book a visitTell us where the damage is and send pictures if you have them.
- Diagnose and matchWe find the reason for the failure and line up matching tiles.
- RepairWe replace the tiles, then come back to grout and caulk once the thin-set has cured.
- Seal and checkGrout is sealed where needed and we walk the area with you.
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair questions from Glen Ellyn homeowners
Can a cracked tile just be filled?
For a cosmetic chip, sometimes. For a crack that goes through, we recommend swapping the tile.
How long does tile repair take?
Small repairs usually take a day or two; regrouting a whole kitchen floor can take a few days.
Can you match old kitchen tile?
Spare tiles in the basement are the best match. Without them, we bring the closest samples and you decide.
Is it worth regrouting, or should I retile?
If the tiles are sound and well bonded, regrouting gives you clean joints for a fraction of the disruption of new tile.
Should grout or caulk go between the backsplash and countertop?
A flexible sealant belongs where the wall meets the counter. Rigid grout in that corner will crack.
Do you work in my part of Glen Ellyn?
Yes. Our crews work across Glen Ellyn — ZIP 60137 — and nearby Wheaton, Lombard, Glendale Heights.
Working in Glen Ellyn
- A lot of Glen Ellyn kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Glen Ellyn homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
ZIP 60137
Kitchen Tile & Grout Repair nearby
Other kitchen services in Glen Ellyn
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.