tile
Tile that stays watertight.
Tile in showers, kitchens, and mudrooms across west-central Minnesota. Schluter waterproofing systems on every wet install.
Pricing: Standard shower install $4,500–$9,000 depending on tile choice and size. Backsplashes $35–$75/sqft. Floor tile $12–$20/sqft installed.
Tile work is judged at the inch level — and homeowners in Alexandria, Fergus Falls, and Sauk Centre deserve installs that hold up. Crooked grout lines, uneven cuts, mismatched grout color, and skimped waterproofing all show up the day after install. We do tile slowly enough to get it right.
What we install
- Shower walls and floors with full Schluter waterproofing
- Tub surrounds
- Kitchen backsplashes — including herringbone, mosaic, large-format
- Bathroom floors and walls
- Mudroom and laundry floors
- Heated floor systems (Schluter Ditra-Heat)
We can source tile or install homeowner-supplied. Bring product to the consultation and we’ll spec the substrate and coverage.
Service area
- Alexandria, MN
- Osakis, MN
- Fergus Falls, MN
- Sauk Centre, MN
- Perham, MN
- Long Prairie, MN
- Little Falls, MN
- St Cloud, MN
- Glenwood, MN
- Battle Lake, MN
Common questions
- Why Schluter waterproofing?
- Schluter Kerdi is a bonded waterproof membrane that goes behind the tile. It's the gold standard for shower waterproofing — done right, you'll never see water damage in the framing. We use it on every wet install.
- Porcelain vs ceramic tile?
- Porcelain is denser, harder, less porous — better for floors and high-wear areas. Ceramic is fine for walls and backsplashes. Cost differs less than people think; the install labor is the same.
- Can you tile over existing tile?
- Sometimes — but usually we recommend tearing out and starting clean. Tiling over old tile adds height that can interfere with door clearances and trim, and you inherit any waterproofing problems underneath.
- How long does a shower tile install take?
- Most shower installs run 4–7 working days: demo, waterproofing, tile, grout, sealing. We don't rush cure times — that's where waterproofing fails.
- How much does shower tile installation cost?
- A standard 3x5 ft shower alcove runs $4,500–$7,000 installed, including demo, Schluter waterproofing, and mid-range tile. Large walk-in showers with niche and bench run $7,000–$12,000+. Tile selection is the biggest variable.
- Do you source the tile or do I buy my own?
- Either works. We can source tile through our supplier accounts, or you can supply your own. Bring the product (and 10% overage) to the consultation and we'll confirm substrate requirements and coverage.
- Do you serve the Alexandria and Fergus Falls area?
- Yes — tile is one of our most common remodel services in Alexandria, Osakis, Sauk Centre, Fergus Falls, Perham, Glenwood, and Battle Lake. We also serve Little Falls and St Cloud for tile projects. Free estimate.
- What's a workmanship warranty on tile?
- 1-year workmanship warranty. Covers grout cracking, tile debonding, and waterproofing failures attributable to installation. Does not cover tile cracked by structural movement.