Tile Installation in North Hills, Raleigh, NC
The difference between a careful tile installation and a rushed one is visible long before that time is up.
Professional Tile Installation in North Hills, Raleigh, by Certified Installers
Tile work sits at the intersection of trade skill and design judgment, and it shows when either one is missing. A poorly laid floor telegraphs itself immediately: uneven grout lines, tiles that rock underfoot, corners that don’t quite meet.
Bailey’s Remodeling holds Preferred Best Tile installer status and trained Schluter professional certification, two credentials that govern not just how the tile goes in, but what happens underneath it first. The substrate preparation, the waterproofing, the Schluter profiles at transitions and edges. Those details determine whether a tile job holds up for fifteen years or becomes a problem in three.
Brandon handles tile installation personally across Wake County projects. His approach is methodical: the surface gets prepared properly before a single tile is set, layouts are planned to avoid awkward cuts in visible areas, and grout selection is treated as part of the design rather than an afterthought. Danielle coordinates the scheduling and keeps communication clear from the first consultation through to the final walkthrough.
Most tile installations in North Hills are completed in one to three days, depending on the scope and complexity of the layout. You’re not reorganizing your household for a week.
- Preferred Best Tile installer certification
- Trained Schluter professional
- 100+ families served across Wake County
- One-year craftsmanship warranty
- Ceramic, porcelain, and glass tile installation
- Wall and floor tile, kitchens and bathrooms
See Our Tile Work in North Hills, Raleigh, NC
The gallery below shows completed tile installation projects from across Wake County, covering bathroom floors, shower surrounds, kitchen backsplashes, and full floor-to-ceiling tile work. The range of layouts, tile types, and design choices gives a clear picture of what Bailey’s brings to a project.
100+ Families Served
20+ Years Industry Experience
60+ Remodeling Projects
What North Hills Homeowners Say About Bailey's Remodeling
Tile installation requires a level of precision that homeowners notice immediately when it’s done well and notice just as quickly when it isn’t. Read what Wake County clients have shared about their experience working with Bailey’s.
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Megan Galloway
Baileys was extremely professional, honest and responsive from day one through project completion.
Brandon did a great job framing our basement and we will definitely be reaching out to them on future work as our renovation continues.
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Diana Boyd
Great communication, quick to get us an estimate and get the work done!
Really glad they were recommended to us, and will be contacting them again in future.
What Tile Installation Costs in North Hills, Raleigh
Tile costs vary considerably depending on the material, the complexity of the layout, and the size of the area. Ceramic and porcelain tiles typically range from $3 to $10 per square foot for materials alone, before labor. More intricate patterns, specialty tiles, or diagonal and herringbone layouts add time and cost to the installation.
Three recent projects from Wake County give a practical reference point.
A 120 sq. ft. tile floor installation in Raleigh came in at $14,000. It included a diamond-pattern layout using 24×24-inch tile, a standalone tub installation, and an upgraded faucet. The tile itself was priced at $6 per square foot.
A 48 sq. ft. bathroom upgrade came in at $8,000. The scope included removing and disposing of old tile, installing new wood plank tile, and a Schluter profile transformation. Tile was priced at $4 per square foot.
A floor-to-ceiling tile installation surrounding a 60-inch tub came in at $7,500. That project included old tile removal and disposal, custom-made niches, new shower fixtures, and tile at $3 per square foot.
These are past project estimates. Your project will carry its own square footage, tile selection, and site conditions. Reach out with the specifics, and we’ll put a quote together that reflects the actual job.
Five things that shape the final cost:
- Tile selection: The material and format of the tile are the biggest variables. Basic ceramic sits at the lower end of the range. Large-format porcelain, glass tile, and natural stone carry a premium, and the square footage multiplies that difference across the full installation.
- Layout complexity: A straight grid installation moves faster and generates less waste than a diagonal, herringbone, or custom pattern layout. Complex cuts take more time, and time is a direct line to labor cost.
- Surface preparation: If the existing substrate is damaged, uneven, or inadequately waterproofed, it needs to be addressed before tile goes in. This is not optional work, and it shows up in the quote because doing it correctly protects the installation for the long term.
- Schluter profiles and transitions.:Proper edge treatment at tile transitions, corners, and changes in floor level matters both aesthetically and structurally. We use Schluter profiles throughout. These add cost and add durability.
- Removal and disposal: Projects that involve removing existing tile add demo time and disposal costs to the total. The complexity of the removal depends on how the old tile was set and what's underneath it.
Budget and Timeline for Your North Hills Tile Project
Tile installation is one of the more contained remodeling investments a homeowner can make, and the timeline is shorter than most people expect.
The cost of a professional tile installation reflects the materials, the preparation work, and the skill required to do it correctly the first time. Tile set on a poorly prepared surface fails eventually, often in ways that require more work to fix than the original installation cost. Our prices reflect work done properly, with the substrate and waterproofing handled before the tile goes in.
Most tile installations in North Hills are completed in one to three days. The site is left clean each day and fully cleaned up on completion.
How Tile Installation with Us Works
Three stages, with no ambiguity about what happens at each one.
1
Select
We visit the space, discuss the tile options, plan the layout, and scope the job before anything starts.
2
Install
Substrate preparation, waterproofing, tile setting, grouting, and Schluter profile installation are handled by certified professionals from start to finish.
3
Live
You walk into a space where the tile is set correctly, the grout lines are consistent, and everything is clean.
Common Questions About Tile Installation in North Hills, Raleigh, NC
We install ceramic, porcelain, and glass tile across floors, walls, shower surrounds, backsplashes, and custom niche applications. Ceramic and porcelain are the most common choices for bathroom and kitchen work because of their durability and the range of finishes available. Glass tile is increasingly popular for backsplashes and accent areas where light reflection plays a design role. If you have a specific tile in mind, the consultation is the right time to discuss it.
A tiled floor can typically be walked on once grouting is complete and the grout has set. For shower surrounds and wet areas, it’s worth waiting until the following day to allow everything to cure fully before introducing water. We provide specific guidance at the end of every installation based on the materials used and the size of the area. Following that guidance protects the installation and the grout.
Yes, we install floor tile and wall tile across kitchens and bathrooms. This includes floor-to-ceiling shower surrounds, kitchen backsplashes, bathroom floors in standard and large-format tile, and decorative feature walls. The approach to each surface varies. Wall tile installation requires different adhesive and support considerations than floor tile, particularly in wet areas, and Bailey’s Schluter certification is specifically relevant to the waterproofing and transition work that wet-area wall tile demands.
Schluter Systems is one of the most respected names in tile installation methodology, specifically for waterproofing and edge treatment in wet areas. Trained Schluter professionals follow installation standards that govern the membrane system used behind shower tile, the profiles used at tile edges and transitions, and the overall approach to moisture management. For North Hills homeowners, it means the tile work is installed to a documented standard that protects the substrate and the surrounding structure, not just the visible surface.
Danielle and Brandon
Start Your North Hills Tile Installation with a Free In-Home Visit
Bailey’s Remodeling brings Preferred Best Tile installer status and trained Schluter professional certification to every tile project in North Hills. The work is backed by a one-year craftsmanship warranty and completed by a team with 100+ Wake County projects behind them.
For more on the full scope of remodeling services we offer in Wake County, take a look at our tile installation service page.
Call us at (919) 986-6162 or send a message through the contact page to schedule a free in-home consultation.
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North Hills is midtown Raleigh’s most walkable neighborhood, with Shelley Lake drawing residents year-round for trails along the water and North Hills Park serving as a reliable gathering point for the area’s families. The housing in North Hills spans a wide range of ages and styles, and tile installation here reflects that variety. Some projects involve refreshing tile in well-maintained older homes where the layout is solid but the surfaces have run their course. Others are part of broader bathroom or kitchen renovations where new tile is a central element of the updated design.