- Leveled · Planned · Built to Stay
Tile Flooring Installation in St. Louis, MO
Porcelain, natural stone, and large-format tile flooring — professionally installed for St. Louis homes with leveled substrates, hand-skimmed tiles, and a 5-year to lifetime workmanship warranty. Done right the first time, or we fix it free.
- Insured & Bonded
- 5-Year to Lifetime Warranty
- Second-Generation Tile Setter
- Premium Laticrete Systems
Tile Gurus is a professional tile flooring installation company serving homeowners across St. Louis, MO, St. Louis County, and St. Charles County. We install porcelain tile flooring, ceramic tile, natural stone, and large-format tile panels up to 12 feet — including Dekton. Every tile flooring project includes full subfloor leveling and preparation, hand-skimmed tile backs for maximum adhesion, dry-laid layout planning for perfect symmetry, and premium Laticrete adhesive systems. All work is backed by a minimum 5-year workmanship warranty, up to lifetime with full Laticrete coverage.
What Our Clients Say About Tile Gurus
Dealing with Flooring Problems in St. Louis? You're Not Alone
Tile floors are one of the most durable surfaces you can put in a home — when they’re installed correctly. When they’re not, you get cracked tiles, hollow spots, grout that crumbles in the first year, and patterns that look slightly off from the moment you move the furniture back in.
In St. Louis, floors deal with seasonal humidity swings, temperature shifts between summer and winter, and the natural settling that happens in both newer builds and older homes. If the substrate isn’t prepared for those conditions — if it’s not level, if cracks aren’t addressed, if the adhesive can’t handle expansion and contraction — the tile pays for it.
Most of the flooring repairs we get called in to fix trace back to one of three problems: an unlevel substrate that was never corrected, cheap adhesive that lost its bond, or tiles set without back-skimming. All three are invisible once the floor is finished. All three show up later as cracked tiles, hollow sounds, or visible patterns beneath the surface.
Whether you need porcelain tile flooring in a Clayton condo, natural stone tile in a Kirkwood kitchen, or large-format ceramic tile across an open-plan Chesterfield home, the substrate challenge is the same — and so is our standard. Homeowners across Webster Groves, Ladue, Creve Coeur, and Wildwood call us specifically because we address the subfloor before anything else. That’s the step that separates a tile floor that lasts a decade from one that lasts a lifetime.
Tile Flooring Built for Real St. Louis Conditions
A tile floor should last for decades. In the St. Louis metro, that means it needs to handle temperature extremes, seasonal humidity, and the natural movement that happens in both new construction and homes built over a century ago.
Substrate preparation is where most tile flooring installations fail. If the subfloor has flex, if there are existing cracks, if moisture levels aren’t right – none of that goes away when you put tile on top. It gets worse. We start every flooring project with a full assessment of what’s underneath. If your floor needs self-leveling compound, crack-proof membranes, or moisture mitigation, we handle that first.
Materials, Methods, and the Details That Matter
We install porcelain tile flooring, ceramic tile, natural stone (marble, travertine, slate), and large-format tile panels up to 12 feet — including Dekton, one of the most durable engineered surfaces available to St. Louis homeowners. Every tile gets hand-skimmed on the back to remove manufacturing dust and kiln residue – a step most installers skip that dramatically improves the adhesive bond. Every layout gets planned for symmetry: we measure the room, dry-lay the pattern, and calculate cuts so you don’t end up with thin slivers in doorways or misaligned patterns between rooms.
We use Laticrete thinset and adhesive systems on every floor. These are professional-grade products that cost four times what the cheap alternatives cost – and they carry warranty coverage that reflects that quality gap.
Heated Floors and Historic Homes — We Handle Both
We also install radiant heated tile flooring — heat embedded under the tile surface that turns cold St. Louis kitchen and bathroom floors into one of the best comfort upgrades in your home. Heated tile flooring works with any tile type and adds warmth without visible hardware or ductwork changes.
St. Louis homes range from brand-new construction to 1800s-era houses with unique subfloor conditions. We’ve worked on all of it. If your home has challenging substrate – including older construction that needs hand-floated walls or custom prep – Our floor and wall leveling service covers everything from self-leveling compound to traditional mud floating for St. Louis historic homes. We have the skills and experience to handle it.
"If you want the best product possible, I can level your floors, level your walls, do everything right."
Landon Modglin
Signs You May Need New Tile Flooring in St. Louis
- Cracked or chipped tiles in high-traffic areas
- Tiles that sound hollow when you tap them — the adhesive has failed underneath
- Grout lines that are crumbling, stained, or separating from the tile
- Uneven tiles that catch furniture, rugs, or bare feet
- Visible tile imprints or patterns beneath the surface — sign of improper setting
- Water damage or discoloration around the edges of the floor
- Old vinyl, linoleum, or laminate you want to replace with tile
- Cold floors in bathrooms or kitchens that could benefit from heated tile
- A previous tile job that looks worse every year
- New construction or remodel that needs quality flooring to finish it right
- Large-format tiles or stone that your current installer can't handle
- Higher energy bills from poor insulation underneath aging flooring
Noticing any of these? Call (636) 297-5165 for a free assessment.
How Our Tile Flooring
Process Works
01
Initial Contact
Text or call with your name, address, and project details. Landon responds personally – usually the same day.
02
On-Site Assessment
We check the substrate, measure the space, and evaluate what prep work is needed. If your floor has issues, we identify them before quoting.
03
Estimate with Options
Tiered choices from good to best. You’ll see materials, warranty coverage, pricing, and timeline for each option. No pressure.
04
Substrate Preparation
Leveling, crack-proof membranes, moisture mitigation – whatever needs to happen before tile goes down.
05
Installation
Hand-skimmed tiles, planned layout, premium Laticrete adhesives. We work clean and we work precise.
06
Walkthrough and Warranty
We walk the floor with you. If anything isn’t right, we fix it. Your warranty activates immediately – 5 years minimum, up to lifetime.
Why St. Louis Homeowners
Choose Tile Gurus for Flooring
01
Substrate prep comes first
We don’t tile over problems. If your subfloor isn’t right, we fix it before any tile goes down. Self-leveling, crack membranes, moisture barriers - all included when needed.
02
Every tile gets hand-skimmed
Removes kiln dust and manufacturing residue for a permanent bond. Most installers skip this entirely. It’s the difference between a tile that’s stuck down and one that’s bonded for life.
03
Layout planned for symmetry
We measure the room and dry-lay the pattern before setting. Clean cuts in visible areas, consistent spacing, and no thin slivers in doorways.
04
Premium Laticrete adhesives
Our thinset costs four times what cheap alternatives cost. The warranty difference alone tells you everything - one year vs. lifetime.
05
Large format up to 12 feet
Most installers max out at four-foot tiles. We handle panels up to 12 feet including Dekton - for a cleaner, more modern look with fewer grout lines.
06
Heated flooring available
Radiant heat under tile. No ductwork, no visible hardware. One of the best comfort upgrades for kitchens and bathrooms.
07
5-year to lifetime warranty
Our minimum beats the industry standard by five times. With full Laticrete systems, you get up to lifetime coverage.
“You get what you pay for. The cheapest bid usually looks like the cheapest work.”
Landon Modglin
Tile Flooring Materials
and We Install in St. Louis, MO
Tile Types
Porcelain
The most popular tile flooring choice for St. Louis homeowners. Highly durable, moisture-resistant, low maintenance, and available in standard or large-format sizes. Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and high-traffic living areas.
Natural stone
Marble, travertine, slate, and limestone tile flooring for St. Louis homes. Each piece is unique — premium aesthetics with character that no manufactured tile can replicate.
Ceramic
Cost-effective, versatile, good for lower-traffic areas or accent applications.
Large Format (up to 12 ft)
Large-format porcelain and ceramic tile installation up to 12 feet. Fewer grout lines, cleaner visual, and a more modern look. We are one of the few tile flooring contractors in St. Louis equipped for panels this size.
Dekton Panels
Ultra-compact engineered surface — harder than porcelain and virtually indestructible. UV-resistant, scratch-proof, and heat-resistant. The premium choice for St. Louis homeowners who want a tile floor that truly lasts a lifetime.
Substrate Systems
Self-Leveling Compound
Creates a perfectly flat surface for tile. Essential for older homes or subfloors with inconsistencies.
Crack-Proof Membrane
Prevents existing or future substrate cracks from transferring through to the tile surface.
Moisture Barrier
Required for slab-on-grade installations and areas with moisture concerns.
Heated Flooring
Radiant Heat Under Tile
Radiant heat mats installed under tile. Compatible with all tile types. Adds warmth to cold floors without ductwork or visible hardware. Controlled by thermostat. One of the most popular upgrades for kitchens and bathrooms.
Tile Flooring Installation Across
St. Louis County & St. Charles County
Tile Gurus provides custom tile installation for homeowners across the greater St. Louis metro area, including:
Tile Flooring FAQ
How much does tile flooring cost in St. Louis?
Cost varies by tile type, room size, and substrate condition. Porcelain over a level slab costs less than natural stone over a subfloor that needs leveling and crack prevention. We provide free estimates with clear tiered options so you see exactly what you’re paying for at each level.
How long does tile flooring installation take?
Most flooring projects take about one week, including substrate prep and installation. Larger projects, rooms needing significant leveling, or large-format installations may take longer. We schedule approximately one month out from the time you approve the estimate.
Can you install tile over existing flooring?
In some cases, yes — but only if the existing surface is stable, level, and properly bonded. In most cases we recommend removing old flooring and prepping the substrate fresh. Installing over a failing surface just moves the problem under the new tile.
Do you install heated floors?
Yes. We install radiant heat systems under tile in kitchens, bathrooms, and other living spaces. The heating element sits between the substrate and the tile and is controlled by a thermostat. It works with all tile types and adds significant comfort, especially on cold St. Louis winter mornings.
What's the best tile for high-traffic areas?
Porcelain is the most durable option for high-traffic floors. It’s harder than ceramic, resists moisture, and handles heavy use well. For the ultimate in durability, Dekton panels are harder than porcelain and virtually indestructible — though they’re a premium product suited for higher-end projects.
Who is the best tile flooring installer near me?
The best tile flooring installer levels the substrate before tiling, plans the layout for symmetry, skims every tile for proper adhesion, and uses professional-grade adhesives with real warranty backing. Ask what thinset they use and what warranty they offer. One year is the industry default. Five years to lifetime means they trust their own work.
Ready for a Floor
That Lasts?
Call (636) 297-5165 to schedule a free on-site estimate for your St. Louis tile flooring project. We’ll assess your
subfloor, discuss your material options, and give you clear tiered pricing — no pressure, no obligation.