Kitchen Backsplash Tile in Tampa Fl
A backsplash job sounds simple until you're the one grouting around outlets and a range hood. The work covers layout planning, cutting tile around cabinets, outlets, and windows, setting it with thinset or mastic, and grouting and sealing the joints. In Tampa's older bungalows and newer builds alike, the tricky part is usually the small stuff: uneven walls behind a stove, outdated outlet spacing, or matching a pattern around a window that isn't quite square. We list 33 tile contractors in the Tampa area who take on this kind of work, ranging from small tile-only crews to larger remodeling outfits that handle backsplash as part of a full kitchen redo.
What to look for before you hire
Ask to see photos of finished backsplashes, not just floors or showers, since backsplash cutting (outlets, corners, tight reveals under cabinets) is a different skill than open-floor tile work. Get a clear scope on tile removal if you're replacing an old backsplash, and confirm who's supplying the tile versus who's just installing it. Grout lines should be consistent, cuts around outlets should be tight without huge gaps, and edges should be finished cleanly, not left raw.
How our scoring works
We rank contractors based on factors like review consistency, responsiveness, and the type of work they actually do, not just star averages. For the full rundown of every contractor we cover, along with our reasoning on how they stack up, see the ranked guide to Tampa tile contractors. Our full scoring criteria are explained on the methodology page.
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All kitchen backsplash tile, ranked by score and relevance
We found 33 businesses offering kitchen backsplash tile; 31 met the criteria for the scored directory. The order weighs each business's overall score by how much of its reviewed work is kitchen backsplash tile, so a lower-scored specialist can rank above a higher-scored generalist. Filter and sort below, or open the full map view.
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Common questions about kitchen backsplash tile
- How much does a kitchen backsplash cost in Tampa?
- Most standard backsplash jobs (ceramic or porcelain tile, average kitchen size) run somewhere between $800 and $2,500 including labor and materials, with basic subway tile on the lower end and natural stone, mosaic, or intricate patterns pushing costs higher. Removing an old backsplash first adds to the price.
- How often does a backsplash need to be replaced?
- A well-installed tile backsplash can last as long as the kitchen itself, often 20 years or more. People usually replace it for style reasons during a remodel rather than because the tile wears out, unless grout has failed or water got behind the tile.
- What should I expect during installation?
- Expect one to three days of work depending on the size and complexity of the layout. The contractor will protect counters and cabinets, remove the old backsplash if needed, dry-fit the layout, set the tile, let it cure, then grout and seal. Your kitchen will be out of full use for cooking during that window.
- How can I tell if the finished tile work is good quality?
- Check that grout lines are even in width and depth, tile edges around outlets and corners are tight without chipped cuts, the pattern lines up with cabinets or the range hood, and there's no lippage (tile edges sitting at different heights) when you run a hand across the surface.
Guides to choosing kitchen backsplash tile
- DIY tile backsplash vs hiring a pro: what actually changes
What a DIY kitchen backsplash actually saves versus hiring a pro, and where DIY attempts most often go wrong.