South Hill sits between downtown and the bay, full of established homes with original 1920s to 1950s bathrooms. The tile story here is mostly shower tear-outs. The wall tile in these homes was usually set on mortar over wood or drywall with nothing waterproof behind it, so when it finally leaks, water has been getting into the wall for a while.
We strip the old surround down, check the framing for rot, build a sloped and waterproofed pan, and set new tile that will actually keep water out. On the floors we use an uncoupling membrane so the grout does not crack as these older homes keep settling. You get an honest read on what we find behind the tile, in writing.
How much does tile installation cost in South Hill?
Tile work in South Hill follows our Bellingham pricing: shower and tub surrounds run $2,800 to $9,500, bathroom floors $1,400 to $4,500, backsplashes $900 to $3,200, and floor tile $9 to $22 per square foot installed. Every shower includes waterproofing and every floor an uncoupling membrane, which is what makes tile last in our wet climate. We quote your job line by line.
My old South Hill shower is leaking. Can it be repaired or does it need a rebuild?
In most older South Hill homes a leaking shower needs a rebuild, not a repair. The wall tile was set with no waterproofing behind it, so once water gets into the wall, regrouting only hides the problem. We tear out the old surround, fix any rot, build a waterproofed pan, and set new tile. We will show you what we find before we go further.
What tile services do you offer in South Hill?
Shower and tub surround tile, bathroom floor tile, kitchen backsplash, floor tile and heated floors, tile repair and regrouting, and custom and commercial tile throughout South Hill and the greater Bellingham area.
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