Backsplash, Tile & Flooring in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Backsplash, Tile & Flooring in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Backsplash, tile and flooring work in Fort Lauderdale runs $12 – $38 per square foot installed, depending on material, substrate condition and layout complexity. A full kitchen backsplash typically lands between $900 and $3,200, while kitchen floor tile for a 200-square-foot space usually falls in the $2,800 – $6,500 range. At Penhallow Remodeling Fort Lauderdale, we give you a written price before any tile is ordered or any thinset is mixed as part of our Kitchen Remodeling services, so you know the number before a single tool comes out of the truck. Call (754) 551-2922 for a free estimate and we’ll walk you through exactly what your project needs.

Backsplash, tile and flooring sit at the intersection of what you see every day and what takes the most abuse in a Fort Lauderdale kitchen. Salt air, humidity, tile that was set wrong a decade ago, a floor that’s heaved from slab movement, a backsplash that was grouted with cheap materials and now looks like a rental. We’re a Kitchen Remodeling in Fort Lauderdale contractor, and we handle this work as part of full kitchen remodels, but we also take on standalone backsplash and tile projects when the scope is clear. The difference is how we price it and how we stand behind it: a written number before we start, a written guarantee with every job, and a 365-Day Done Right Promise that if it fails inside a year, we come back and fix it at no charge. That’s The Kingswell Way, and it’s been how this company has operated since 2004.

If you’ve dealt with a contractor who vanished after the grout dried, you already know why the guarantee matters. If you haven’t, we’d like you to be the exception.

Key Takeaways

• Backsplash, tile and flooring in Fort Lauderdale typically costs $12 – $38 per square foot installed, depending on material and substrate condition.
• We give you a written price before work starts, not a verbal ballpark that changes at the door.
• Every project carries a written 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it fails within a year, we return and fix it free.
• A real person answers our phone 24/7 at (754) 551-2922, including weekends and after hours.
• All technicians are background-checked and arrive in uniform, so you know exactly who’s in your home.

When You Need Backsplash, Tile & Flooring

Not every tile problem means a full replacement. Here’s what we typically see in Fort Lauderdale homes, from Victoria Park condos to Plantation single-family houses, and when it’s time to call us.

• Grout that cracks within months of installation. In South Florida, slab movement and humidity swings are hard on grout. If your grout is cracking a few months after a new install, the substrate behind the tile wasn’t prepared properly, and it will keep cracking until it’s fixed at the source.
• Loose or hollow-sounding tile. Tap a tile and hear a hollow thud? That’s a tile that’s lost its bond to the thinset or the cement board behind it. Left alone, it’ll crack under foot traffic and you’ll be replacing more than a single tile.
• A backsplash that’s stained, dated or poorly sealed. Fort Lauderdale kitchens deal with grease, humidity and hard water. If your backsplash grout is darkened with mold or the tile looks like 1997 called and wants its border back, it’s time.
• Floor tile that’s chipped, cracked or lifting at the edges. High-traffic kitchen floors in South Florida homes see everything from sandy flip-flops to dropped cast iron. When tiles start failing in a pattern rather than a single spot, the installation was faulty and the repair needs to address the whole area.
• Water staining or soft spots under tile. If you’ve had a dishwasher leak, a sink overflow or a slab moisture issue, the tile might look fine while the subfloor or cement board underneath is compromised. You’ll notice grout darkening or a tile that flexes slightly when you step on it.
• You’re updating the kitchen and the backsplash is the last piece. New cabinets and countertops make an old backsplash look worse, not better. We install backsplash as the finishing layer, but we also take it on as a standalone project when the rest of the kitchen is staying put.

If any of this sounds like your kitchen, call us at (754) 551-2922. We’ll ask a few questions, tell you what we think over the phone, and set up a time to look at it in person. No charge for the visit and no pressure to sign anything.

Our Backsplash, Tile & Flooring Process

Here’s how we work, step by step, so you know what to expect from the first call to the final wipe-down.

1. You call or submit a request. A real person answers the phone 24/7, not a voicemail tree. We’ll ask about your project, get a sense of the materials you’re considering, and schedule a visit during a defined arrival window.
2. We measure and inspect. Trevor Nash or one of our background-checked technicians comes to your home, measures the space, checks the substrate (the moisture-resistant cement board layer behind your tile), and looks for any underlying issues that would drive the price up or change the scope. We explain what we’re seeing in plain English.
3. You get a written price, not a ballpark. Before any tile is ordered, you receive a written number that covers labor, materials, prep and disposal. That number is the number on your invoice. If we find something hidden during demo, we stop, show you what we found, and agree on any change in writing before continuing.
4. We prep the surface properly. This is where most failed tile jobs go wrong. We install or repair the cement board substrate, level the floor or wall, and use the right thinset and waterproofing for South Florida’s humidity. We don’t skip this step and we don’t rush it.
5. We install, grout and seal. Tile goes down with proper spacing and alignment, grout is mixed and applied for the specific material, and everything is sealed where moisture is a factor. We work clean, cover your cabinets and floors, and leave the kitchen usable at the end of every workday.
6. You get a written 365-Day Done Right Promise. When the job is done, so is the paperwork. You receive a written guarantee that covers the work for a full year. If anything fails inside that window, you call us and we return at no charge. No re-inspection fee, no service call charge, no argument.

Throughout the process, we’re reachable. You’ll have a direct line to the person managing your project, and we answer calls after hours, on weekends, and during the messy middle of Full Kitchen Remodeling when you have a question at 9 p.m.

Backsplash, Tile & Flooring Pricing in Fort Lauderdale

Backsplash, tile and flooring pricing in Fort Lauderdale typically runs $12 – $38 per square foot installed. That’s a wide range because the material you choose and the condition of the surface behind it drive the number more than anything else. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect.

Project	Typical Cost Range (Installed)	What Drives the Price
Kitchen backsplash (standard ceramic or porcelain, 30 sq ft)	$900 – $1,800	Tile material, pattern complexity, edging
Kitchen backsplash (glass or handmade tile, 30 sq ft)	$1,500 – $3,200	Tile cost per sq ft, layout precision, grout type
Kitchen floor tile (200 sq ft, porcelain)	$2,800 – $5,200	Existing floor removal, substrate repair, tile grade
Kitchen floor tile (200 sq ft, natural stone)	$4,200 – $7,600	Stone cost, sealing, additional prep
Substrate repair (cement board replacement per area)	$300 – $1,200	Extent of water damage, floor leveling needed
Demo and disposal of existing tile	$3 – $6 per sq ft	Tile age, adhesives used, access

Those numbers reflect what we see across Fort Lauderdale, from older homes in Sailboat Bend to newer builds in Flagler Village. Your actual price depends on a few things we’ll measure when we visit.

Here’s what moves the number up or down:

• Tile material. A ceramic subway tile from a stock line costs a fraction of a hand-glazed zellige or a large-format porcelain. We’ll show you options that fit your budget without pushing you toward something that won’t hold up in a humid kitchen.
• Substrate condition. If the cement board behind your existing tile is water-damaged or was never installed correctly, that has to be fixed before new tile goes down. Skipping it means the new tile fails inside a year, and we won’t do that to you.
• Layout complexity. A simple running bond backsplash is faster than a herringbone or a vertical stack with a decorative inset. Small tiles, narrow grout lines and intricate patterns take more time and that shows up in the labor.
• Demolition and disposal. Removing existing tile, especially old tile set on mortar beds, takes time and generates waste. We include this in your written price so there’s no surprise line item later.
• What’s behind the tile. If we find plumbing, electrical or structural issues when the old tile comes off, we’ll stop and show you exactly what we found. Any additional work gets agreed to in writing before we continue. That’s part of The Kingswell Way: no surprises, no ‘I need another check’ phone calls mid-project.

We install materials from recognized trade brands when the project calls for them. For backsplash and tile work, that often means specifying the right thinset, grout and waterproofing systems rather than chasing a tile brand name. What matters more is that the tile you choose is rated for the application and installed over a properly prepared substrate. If you want a specific tile from a supplier you’ve found, we’re happy to work with it. If you want our recommendations, we’ll steer you toward materials that hold up in Fort Lauderdale’s humidity and daily wear.

Estimates are free. Call (754) 551-2922 and we’ll come out, measure and hand you a written price. You’ll know the number before you decide anything.

What Makes Penhallow Remodeling Different on Tile Work

Tile work looks simple until it fails. The things that separate a job that lasts 15 years from one that cracks in 18 months are invisible to the homeowner: substrate preparation, thinset selection, expansion joints, cure times, grout sealing. Most contractors know all of this. The problem is that some of them cut corners when the homeowner isn’t watching. We don’t, because we can’t afford to. Our guarantee is in writing, and it costs us real money if the work fails.

Here’s what you get when you hire us for backsplash, tile and flooring:

• A written price before any work starts. Not an estimate range, not a verbal ballpark, not a ‘we’ll see how it goes.’ The number on day one is the number on the invoice.
• A written 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the tile cracks, the grout fails or the workmanship doesn’t hold up inside a year, we return and fix it at no charge. That’s covered in writing on every project.
• A free second visit if a repair fails. No service call fee, no re-inspection charge. If we missed something, we make it right.
• Background-checked, uniformed technicians. You know exactly who is walking into your home. The same professional standard applies on every job, whether it’s a small backsplash or a full kitchen remodel.
• A live person answers the phone 24/7. Not an answering service, not a voicemail prompt, not a callback that comes three days later. You call (754) 551-2922 and a person picks up.

We’re part of the Kingswell family of companies, operating to The Kingswell Way since 2004. Each location is independently owned and operated, which means our name and our guarantee depend on how we treat you on this specific job, in this specific house. We take that seriously.

Why Substrate Matters More Than the Tile You Pick

The tile is what you see. The substrate is what determines whether it stays put. In Fort Lauderdale, the air is humid, the slab moves and kitchens take a beating. The moisture-resistant layer behind your tile, usually cement board, has to be installed flat, fastened correctly and given a chance to do its job. If it’s not, the best tile in the world will crack or come loose within a year or two.

We bring this up because it’s the most common cause of failed tile work we see in Fort Lauderdale homes. The previous installer tiled directly over drywall in a wet area, skipped the waterproofing membrane, or used the wrong thinset for the material. The homeowner sees a cracked backsplash and thinks the tile was bad. The real problem was always underneath.

When we quote your project, we inspect the substrate. If it’s sound, we tell you and we build on it. If it’s not, we tell you exactly what needs to happen and what it costs. That’s the difference between a job that lasts and a job you’re redoing every few years.

FAQs – Backsplash, Tile & Flooring

How much does a kitchen backsplash cost in Fort Lauderdale?

A kitchen backsplash in Fort Lauderdale typically costs $900 – $3,200 installed for Cabinets & Countertops projects, depending on the tile material, square footage and layout complexity. Standard ceramic or porcelain starts around $12 – $18 per square foot installed, while glass tile and handmade options run higher. Call (754) 551-2922 for a free measurement and an exact written price.

Can you fix cracked grout or loose tile without replacing the whole floor?

Yes, in most cases we can repair cracked grout or re-set loose tiles without tearing out the entire floor, as long as the underlying substrate is still sound. If the problem is widespread or the cement board behind the tile has failed, a larger repair is the only way to keep it from recurring. We’ll inspect and tell you the truth either way.

How long does a backsplash installation take?

A standard kitchen backsplash installation in Fort Lauderdale takes one to two days, including prep, tile setting and grouting. Large-format tile or intricate patterns can add a day. We’ll give you a defined arrival window before we start and a completion date in writing with your quote.

Do you install tile over existing tile?

We generally don’t recommend installing new tile over existing tile in Fort Lauderdale kitchens during Cabinet Installation & Refacing work, because the added height creates problems at cabinets, thresholds and appliances, and the bond is only as good as the old tile’s adhesion. We’ll remove the old surface, inspect the substrate and build from there. It costs a little more up front and saves you from a failure later.

Is tile flooring a good choice for a Fort Lauderdale kitchen?

Porcelain tile is one of the best kitchen flooring choices for South Florida homes because it handles humidity, resists water and cleans up easily. Natural stone is beautiful but requires more sealing and maintenance. We’ll recommend materials based on how your household actually uses the kitchen, not what looks best in a catalog photo.

What happens if the work fails after you leave?

If the tile, grout or workmanship fails within 365 days, you call us at (754) 551-2922 and we return at no charge. That’s our 365-Day Done Right Promise, and it’s written into every project we complete. No re-inspection fee, no service call charge, no argument about whose fault it is.

Call Penhallow Remodeling Fort Lauderdale for Backsplash, Tile & Flooring

If your kitchen backsplash is cracked, your floor tile is loose or you’re planning a remodel and want the finishes done right the first time, call us at (754) 551-2922. We’ll answer, ask about your project, and schedule a free estimate at a time that works for you. You’ll get a written price before any work starts and a written guarantee with every job. That’s the whole promise: the number on day one is the number on the invoice, and if it’s not done right inside a year, we come back and fix it. No pressure, no surprises, no fine print.

Written by Trevor Nash, Owner at Penhallow Remodeling Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale.