Old 4-inch splash with nothing above
A short stone or laminate lip with bare wall above looks unfinished. We can tile over or above it, or remove it and run tile down to the counter.
Serving 49 Chicago-area suburbs
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Chicago & the Suburbs
Tile backsplashes set straight, grouted clean and finished around every outlet in Chicagoland kitchens.
- Crews working in the Chicago suburbs, from Naperville to Evanston
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Backsplash problems we solve in Chicagoland
Most of the work in a good backsplash happens before the first tile goes up. Our Chicagoland tile setters flatten the wall, extend the outlet boxes and lay out the pattern, then set and grout subway, mosaic, stone or porcelain tile.
Window or range hood in the middle
A window over the sink and a hood over the range break up the wall. We plan the layout around both so the pattern lines up on each side.
Uneven wall surface
Bumps and dips in the drywall show through as lipped tile. Flattening the wall first is part of our prep.
Bare wall behind the counters
If the wall above the counter is just paint, every spatter shows. Tile gives it a surface you can scrub.
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.
Peel-and-stick that didn't last
If the stick-on backsplash is curling at the edges, it's time for set tile. We take it off and prep the wall properly.
Grout stained or cracking
Dark, stained or cracking grout behind the sink is often a wrong grout choice. We match sanded, unsanded or epoxy grout to the tile and the spot.
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.
What we do on the job
- 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.
- GroutingSanded, unsanded or epoxy grout chosen for the tile and joint width.
- Edges and trimFinished ends at open walls, cabinet sides and the ceiling line.
- Caulk at the counterFlexible caulk where tile meets the counter and the cabinets.
- Sealing and cleanupStone and grout sealed if they call for it, then a full cleanup.
Materials and finishes
Ceramic and porcelain tileThe everyday choice: durable, easy to clean and available in every size, from subway to large panels.
Grout typesUnsanded for narrow joints, sanded for wider ones, epoxy where stain resistance matters most.
Natural stoneMarble, travertine and slate tiles bring natural variation; they need sealing.
Handmade-look and zelligeIrregular tile with depth and shine, set with care for its varying thickness.
Slab backsplashOne continuous piece behind the range or along the whole wall.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation across Chicagoland
The same job looks different in a 1920s bungalow, a 1970s split-level and a new subdivision. Here is what we plan for in different parts of the region.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation before and after
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Elk Grove Village
The site: a postwar Cape Cod in Elk Grove Village. Before: mint-green 4-inch ceramic tile and laminate with an aluminum edge band. The main complaint was an old 4-inch tile strip that dated the room. After: a white subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included wall repair and prep, outlet box extenders, plus sealing and cleanup.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in St. Charles
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in St. Charles. What we started with: almond laminate with a backsplash lip. What bothered the owners most: a laminate backsplash that dated the kitchen. Finished kitchen: a terracotta-look square tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. On site this meant outlet box extenders, setting the tile, plus sealing and cleanup.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in St. Charles →
Before
AfterKitchen Backsplash Installation in a 1990s two-story colonial, West Chicago
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in West Chicago. What we started with: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. The reason for the call: a backsplash that looked its age. The result: a gray beveled subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included wall repair and prep, caulk at the counter, plus sealing and cleanup.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in West Chicago →How your backsplash installation goes
- Pick tile and patternChoose the tile and how it's laid; we figure out the quantity.
- Measure and planWe measure the wall, mark outlets and windows and plan where the cuts fall.
- Prep and setOld splash off, wall flattened, tile on the wall.
- Grout and finishJoints filled, edges trimmed, counter line caulked and the room cleaned.
Good to know before backsplash installation
Can tile go over drywall?
Usually. Painted drywall is cleaned and scuffed or primed; soft or water-damaged spots are cut out and replaced.
Do I need to seal my backsplash?
Stone, yes. Glazed tile, no. Regular grout is often sealed for easier cleaning.
Do you move outlets or add under-cabinet lighting?
Extenders are part of our install. Moving outlets or wiring under-cabinet lights is planned first so the tile goes up once.
Can you install a backsplash in the bathroom too?
Yes — vanity backsplashes and bathroom accent walls are set the same way and can be done in the same visit.
What affects the price of a backsplash?
Tile type, layout complexity, demo and wall repair drive the price. After measuring, you get a line-item estimate.
Which towns do you serve?
Chicago and 49 suburbs, from Naperville and Aurora to Evanston, Schaumburg and Orland Park. Pick your town below for local details and ZIP codes.
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