- Serving the City of St. Louis · St. Louis County · Historic Homes & Modern Builds
Tile Installation in St. Louis, MO
Premium tile installation in St. Louis works for the city’s oldest homes and newest builds.
- Insured & Bonded
- 5-Year to Lifetime Warranty
- Second-Generation Tile Setter
- Premium Laticrete Systems
Tile Installation for Homeowners in St. Louis
Looking for trusted tile installation in St. Louis, MO? St. Louis is the heart of the metro and our largest service market. The city’s housing stock spans nearly two centuries — from historic 1880s brick row houses in Soulard and Lafayette Square to mid-century homes throughout South City and Tower Grove, to modern builds in Central West End and newer developments across the county. Every era of construction calls for a different approach to tile.
That range of construction creates a unique set of challenges for tile installation. Historic neighborhoods have plaster walls, concrete substrates, and building methods that predate drywall by decades. Modern homes have slab-on-grade foundations that can emit moisture vapor, subfloors with flex issues, and builder-grade finishes that homeowners want to upgrade.
We handle all of it. Our mud floating expertise is especially relevant in St. Louis, where pre-1900s homes with original concrete and plaster walls are common. And our substrate leveling, crack isolation, and premium Laticrete systems address the challenges that come with every era of construction in this city.
What We Offer
in St. Louis
Custom Tile Installation
Precision layouts, premium materials, craftsmanship built to last decades.
Tile Flooring Installation
Porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, and large format up to 12 feet. Leveled substrates and planned layouts.
Custom Shower & Bathroom Tile
Double-liner waterproofing, custom features, lifetime pan warranty.
Large Format Tile & Dekton Panels
Panels up to 12 feet with specialized equipment and training.
Floor & Wall Leveling
Self-leveling, crack-proof membranes, moisture barriers, and mud floating for historic homes.
Heated Flooring
Radiant heat under tile. No ductwork, no visible hardware.
Why St. Louis Homeowners
Trust Tile Gurus
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Second-generation tile setter
Landon has been setting tile since age seven. His father has 40+ years in the trade.
“My job is to make you smile. That’s it. If you’re not happy by the end of the job, neither am I.”
Landon Modglin
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Premium Laticrete systems
Our materials cost four times what cheap alternatives cost. The warranty gap tells you everything.
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Double-liner waterproofing
Every shower gets two layers of protection, water-tested before tiling. Lifetime pan warranty.
04
Hand-skimmed tiles
Every tile gets back-skimmed to remove manufacturing dust. Most installers skip this entirely.
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Layout planning, not guesswork
We measure, dry-lay, and plan every cut before installation starts.
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Owner on every job
Landon is the lead installer on your project. No middlemen, no subcontracted crews.
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5-year to lifetime warranty
Five times the industry standard at minimum. Up to lifetime with our recommended product system.
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Satisfaction guarantee
If you’re not happy, we tear it out and redo it. No charge.
Recent Projects
Near St. Louis
Historic Home Restoration — St. Louis
A roughly 10,000 square-foot historical home where a previous installer attempted modern framing on 120-year-old concrete walls. The framing failed. We removed the failed work and rebuilt the walls using traditional mud floating — matching the original construction method while creating perfectly flat surfaces for tile.
Kitchen Floor Replacement — St. Louis Area
300 square-foot kitchen where the previous installer’s work was separating. Tiles set without skimming over dry adhesive — you could see the imprint of every tile. We removed the failed installation, prepped the substrate, and installed new flooring with full Laticrete systems.
Custom All-Stone Shower — St. Louis Area
Full custom shower with two natural stone colors, herringbone pattern, custom seat, and FlowFX drain. Double-liner waterproofing with lifetime pan warranty. This project earned us a spot on The Tile Shop’s installer referral list.
Serving St. Louis and
Surrounding Areas
Tile Gurus serves homeowners in St. Louis and throughout the greater St. Louis metro, including Clayton, Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Chesterfield, Creve Coeur, and all surrounding communities.
Signs Your Home in St. Louis Needs Tile Work
- Cracked or chipped tiles on floors or walls
- Grout that’s crumbling, stained, or falling out
- Tiles that sound hollow when tapped — failed adhesion underneath
- Water stains on the ceiling below a bathroom
- Mold or moisture visible behind shower grout lines
- Uneven floors that catch furniture or bare feet
- A previous tile job that’s getting worse every year
- Old flooring you’re ready to replace with tile
- A remodel in progress that needs quality tile installation
- Cold bathroom or kitchen floors that would benefit from heated tile
Call (636) 297-5165 for a free inspection and estimate.
Tile Installation in St. Louis — FAQ
What tile installation services do you offer in St. Louis?
We provide custom tile flooring, shower and bathroom tile, large-format panels up to 12 feet, Dekton installation, floor and wall leveling, heated flooring, and historic home tile restoration. All work uses premium Laticrete systems with a minimum five-year warranty.
How much does tile installation cost in St. Louis?
Cost depends on the scope of your project, materials chosen, and substrate condition. We provide free on-site estimates with tiered options from good to best so you can see exactly what each level costs and what warranty it carries. We are not the cheapest option — we are the one that lasts.
Do you work on historic homes in St. Louis?
Yes. St. Louis has one of the largest collections of pre-1900s homes in the Midwest. We specialize in traditional mud floating — the technique used to build the original walls in these homes. Most modern tile installers don’t know how to handle this type of construction. We do it routinely.
How long does a tile project take in St. Louis?
Most standard projects take about one week. Custom work like full shower builds or large-format installations can take two to four weeks. Historic restoration work with mud floating may take longer depending on the scope. Current scheduling lead time is approximately one month.
What warranty do you offer on tile work in St. Louis?
Every installation carries a minimum five-year warranty on workmanship. With our recommended Laticrete product system, coverage extends to 25 years or lifetime. All shower pans carry a lifetime guarantee. The industry standard in St. Louis is one year.
Who is the best tile installer near me in St. Louis?
Look for an installer who uses premium materials, explains their waterproofing system, plans layouts before starting, and warranties their work for more than a year. Ask to see close-up photos of past projects. The quality shows in the details — not just the wide-angle shots.
Need Tile Work
in St. Louis?
Call (636) 297-5165 or request your free estimate today.