Tile Installation in Summit, IL
We are based here on Archer Avenue and work in Summit homes regularly. Bathrooms, kitchens, floors, and more.
Summit is our home base. Our shop is at 7355 Archer Ave, which puts us minutes from most of the residential streets in the village. The housing stock here runs mostly to post-war bungalows and ranch homes, many with original tile in the bathrooms that is decades past its useful life. We work in these homes often and know what to expect when we open a wall, including the occasional surprise from older plumbing or subfloor work that was done without permits.
Services Available in Summit
What Makes Summit Homes Different
- Post-war construction means many bathrooms have original cast-iron tubs and mud-set tile that requires full demo before new tile can go in.
- Bungalow floor plans with small bathrooms often benefit from large-format tile to visually open the space.
- Older subfloors in some Summit homes have more flex than newer construction, requiring cement board or Schluter Ditra underlayment before tile can be set.
- Many kitchens in Summit have existing linoleum or vinyl over the original subfloor. We assess whether the vinyl can remain as a substrate or needs to come out before tile installation.
Recent Projects in Summit
Summit FAQs
Do Summit homeowners need a permit for tile work inside a bathroom?
In Summit, a permit is generally required if you are moving plumbing fixtures or altering the structure. Replacing tile in an existing shower or on an existing floor without changing plumbing typically does not require a permit, but the specifics depend on the scope. We recommend confirming with the Village of Summit building department for anything that involves mechanical or structural changes.
My Summit bungalow has original 1950s bathroom tile. Can it be removed cleanly?
Original mud-set tile from that era can be removed, but it takes time and some wall surface typically comes with it. The mortar bed behind the tile is often an inch or more thick. After demo we will assess what substrate remains and whether cement board or a new mortar bed is needed before new tile goes in. This is normal for bungalow bathroom renovations in Summit.
How do you handle access and parking on residential streets in Summit?
We park on the street in front of the house and bring tools and materials through the front door or garage as appropriate. For larger jobs we may use a small trailer. If street parking is tight on your block, just mention it when we schedule and we will plan accordingly.
Can you match existing tile in my Summit home for a repair?
Matching old tile is difficult because colors and patterns change over time and manufacturers discontinue products. We will look at what you have and give you an honest assessment of whether a close match is possible. Sometimes the right answer is to replace a larger section rather than try to patch a small area that will always look different.