Painted walls in a home built before 1978
In older Glendale Heights homes, tearing out a backsplash can disturb lead paint. We work lead-safe: plastic sheeting, controlled dust and a careful final cleanup.
Serving Glendale Heights & nearby Bloomingdale, Carol Stream
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Glendale Heights, IL
Tile backsplashes set straight, grouted clean and finished around every outlet in Glendale Heights kitchens.
- Crews working in Glendale Heights ZIP 60139
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Backsplash problems we solve in Glendale Heights
Most of the work in a good backsplash happens before the first tile goes up. Our Glendale Heights tile setters flatten the wall, extend the outlet boxes and lay out the pattern, then set and grout subway, mosaic, stone or porcelain tile.
Grout stained or cracking
Cracked grout near the counter usually means the joint wasn't caulked. We use flexible caulk where tile meets the counter and grout everywhere else.
Uneven wall surface
Bumps and dips in the drywall show through as lipped tile. Flattening the wall first is part of our prep.
Grease-prone spot behind the range
The wall behind the stove takes the most grease. A tile with low porosity and fewer joints keeps cleaning easy.
Awkward edges and ends
Raw tile edges at the ends look unfinished. Trim pieces or a slim metal profile give the backsplash a clean stop.
Dated or cracked tile
When the existing backsplash is worn or simply out of style, we take it down, patch the wall and start fresh.
Old 4-inch splash with nothing above
That strip of 4-inch splash dates the kitchen. Tile above it, or in its place, finishes the wall to the cabinets.
Outlets sunk behind the tile
Sunken switches and cover plates that don't sit flat look sloppy. Box extenders bring them out to the face of the tile.
What the work covers
- Layout and tile selectionHelp choosing tile, grout color and pattern, and a layout planned around the range, sink and windows.
- Protection and removalWe protect the counters, cut power to the outlets and take down the old backsplash.
- Wall repair and prepThe wall is repaired, leveled out and primed so the tile bonds.
- Outlet box extendersReceptacles brought forward to the new surface, with cover plates that fit.
- Setting the tileWe set the field tile, the cuts and the details around the window and hood.
- GroutingJoints filled, tooled and cleaned so the tile face is free of haze.
- Edges and trimFinished ends at open walls, cabinet sides and the ceiling line.
Options to choose from
Mosaic and glassMosaics add texture; glass tile reflects light and shows thin-set through if set poorly.
Subway tileClassic 3x6 or longer rectangles in a running bond, stacked or herringbone layout.
Handmade-look and zelligeUneven edges and glaze give a hand-crafted look; the layout needs a little more patience.
Grout typesGrout is chosen by joint width and location: sanded, unsanded or epoxy.
Natural stoneStone tile looks rich and needs a sealer to resist stains.
What the work looks like in Glendale Heights homes
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DetailGlendale Heights kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen backsplash installation
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glendale Heights. The kitchen as it was: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. What bothered the owners most: old tile with stained grout. After: a gray beveled subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included protection and removal, outlet box extenders, plus grouting.
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AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Bloomingdale
This one is a 1980s two-story near Old Town Bloomingdale. What we started with: blue-and-white decorative tile accent and white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. The main complaint was a dated tile pattern they were tired of. After: a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included protection and removal, wall repair and prep, plus edges and trim.
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AfterKitchen Backsplash Installation in a 1960s ranch, Addison
A 1960s ranch in Addison, a typical kitchen for Addison. The kitchen as it was: yellow 4-inch tile and light beige laminate. The reason for the call: a short 4-inch splash that looked unfinished. After: a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. On site this meant layout and tile selection, protection and removal, plus setting the tile.
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AfterGlendale Heights kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: countertop fabrication & installation
Warm walnut butcher block countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
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AfterGlendale Heights kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen flooring installation
Finished: warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions.
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- Pick tile and patternChoose the tile and how it's laid; we figure out the quantity.
- Measure and planA site visit to check the wall and lay out the pattern on paper.
- Prep and setOld splash off, wall flattened, tile on the wall.
- Grout and finishJoints filled, edges trimmed, counter line caulked and the room cleaned.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation questions from Glendale Heights homeowners
How long does a backsplash installation take?
Usually a couple of days. Larger walls, mosaics or stone add time.
Do I need to remove the 4-inch splash?
It's your call; removal looks more finished, keeping it is simpler. We may need to patch the wall behind it.
Can you install a backsplash in the bathroom too?
Yes, we tile vanity backsplashes and can match the kitchen tile.
Can you tile over my existing backsplash?
It's possible over well-bonded tile, but outlets, edges and cabinet gaps get trickier. We'll tell you which is better for your wall.
What is the easiest backsplash to keep clean?
Glazed porcelain, a slab or anything with fewer grout lines; textured stone and handmade tile take more care.
Can you do backsplash installation in a Glendale Heights condo?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Do I need a Glendale Heights-registered contractor for backsplash installation?
Contractors must be licensed with the Village before working; $20,000 surety/license bond required. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for backsplash installation in Glendale Heights?
It depends on the scope. Glendale Heights's rule in short: Permits required for most construction projects; a Residential Remodel/Alteration application exists; call Community Development if unsure. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department.
Do you work in my part of Glendale Heights?
Yes. Our crews work across Glendale Heights — ZIP 60139 — and nearby Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Addison.
Working in Glendale Heights
- A lot of Glendale Heights kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- We know how Community Development Department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60139
Kitchen Backsplash Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Glendale Heights
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Tile & Grout RepairCracked tiles swapped, loose tiles reset and tired grout redone.
Kitchen Flooring InstallationKitchen flooring: LVP, tile and hardwood.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.