Free written scope consultation - allowances, timeline, and change-order rules on paper before a single trade is scheduled
Styles & brands we work with
See the difference
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterBacksplash, Tile & Flooring in Woodland Hills, CA
Backsplash, tile, and flooring work in Woodland Hills typically runs $1,800 to $7,500 for a kitchen backsplash and $6 to $18 per square foot installed for tile flooring, depending on material and prep. Most projects wrap in 3 to 7 days once tile is on site. At Sawyer Remodel Woodland Hills, we install kitchens, bathrooms, and full-floor tile jobs with a written price before work starts, live arrival tracking, and photo updates at every step.
This page covers what to expect from a tile and flooring project in the 91364 and 91367 neighborhoods, what affects cost, and why our process works for homeowners who want a firm number before a single tile is cut. If you’re planning a full Kitchen Remodeling in Woodland Hills project, this work usually lands in the middle of it. If you need a standalone backsplash or floor, that’s a job on its own.
We’re led by Luca Romano, and every job runs on the Relay Standard: a written price in your hands before we start, live arrival time, and before-and-after photos. You’ll know what it costs, who’s coming, and when it’s done. Call (341) 217-2776 for a free estimate.
Key Takeaways
- Backsplash installs in Woodland Hills run $1,800 – $7,500 for a typical kitchen; tile flooring runs $6 – $18/sq ft installed.
- Material choice swings cost more than anything else: ceramic and porcelain sit at the low end, natural stone and large-format at the high end.
- Every project gets a written price before work starts, a 365-Day Done Right Promise, and background-checked, uniformed techs.
- We answer the phone 24/7 at (341) 217-2776. No voicemail loops.
When You Need Backsplash, Tile & Flooring
Tile work wears. Woodland Hills homes built in the 1960s through the 1980s still carry original flooring and counter-to-cabinet gaps that were never tiled at all. Here’s what pushed our last 50 clients to call us:
- Grout lines are cracking or staining beyond cleaning. In the Winnetka-adjacent streets and around El Camino Shopping Center, older slabs shift with the valley’s clay soil, which cracks grout and loosens tile. That’s structural movement, not just dirt.
- Water has made its way behind the backsplash. If you see darkening grout, lifting tile corners, or a musty smell near the cooktop, water is touching the drywall. Fixing this means pulling tile, repairing the substrate, and retiling with proper waterproofing.
- Floors are scratched, chipped, or dated. Original 1970s quarry tile and worn ceramic from the early 2000s show up all over homes south of Ventura Blvd. Replacement runs from simple porcelain swaps to full leveling and subfloor work.
- You’re selling or renting. Kitchens with no backsplash or cracked floor tile read as neglected. A clean, neutral tile install regularly shows up in the pre-listing work we do for Woodland Hills homeowners.
- You just bought and want the kitchen to feel like yours. Most new buyers near Warner Center and the Topanga corridor budget for a backsplash and floor refresh before moving in.
- A previous contractor left gaps, lippage, or uneven transitions. Lippage is the trade word for one tile sitting proud of the one next to it. You feel it on bare feet. We use leveling systems to keep it flat, and we don’t skip prep like underlayment to hit a fake deadline.
Whatever the trigger, the path is the same: a free estimate at your Woodland Hills home, a written scope, and a price you approve before tools come out of the truck.
Our Backsplash, Tile & Flooring Process
We run every tile and flooring project on the Relay Standard: you know the price, you know who’s pulling up, and you see photos when we’re not standing in your kitchen. Here’s the sequence:
- Call and site visit. You call (341) 217-2776, a live person answers, and we set a walkthrough at your Woodland Hills home. Luca or a project lead measures, checks the substrate, and talks material with you.
- Written quote. Within 48 hours of the visit, you get a line-item price. It includes demolition, substrate prep, waterproofing, setting materials, tile, grout, sealing, transitions, and cleanup. The number you approve is the number on the invoice.
- Material order and prep. We order from our material partners, including KraftMaid for related cabinet work and James Hardie for backer board when the substrate demands it. Tile gets staged at your home before we tear anything out.
- Install. We protect floors and doorway paths, pull old tile, repair or replace the substrate, set tile with the right uncoupling membrane or backer board, and use leveling clips so lippage stays under 2mm.
- Grout, seal, and trim. We grout, caulk corners and changes of plane, install Schluter edge trim (the metal strip that waterproofs where your backsplash ends), and seal grout where the material calls for it.
- Photo walkthrough and payment. You get before-and-after photos, we walk the job together, and you pay from a digital invoice link. The 365-Day Done Right Promise goes in writing before we leave.
If something isn’t right in that first year, we fix it. No argument, no hourly rate.
Backsplash, Tile & Flooring Pricing in Woodland Hills
Pricing in Woodland Hills runs a little higher than the Valley average because labor is tight here and prep work on older slabs is common. Here’s an honest breakdown of what our recent jobs have cost:
| Project Type | Typical Cost Range | What Drives the Price |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen backsplash (standard 30 – 40 sq ft) | $1,800 – $4,500 | Tile choice, pattern layout, outlets and window casings |
| Kitchen backsplash (large or complex) | $4,500 – $7,500 | Full height, slab backsplash, custom cuts, accent banding |
| Porcelain or ceramic tile flooring (per sq ft installed) | $6 – $12 | Floor prep, leveling, existing tear-out, grout choice |
| Natural stone or large-format tile flooring (per sq ft installed) | $12 – $18 | Material cost, sealing needs, additional setting labor |
| Full kitchen floor replacement (200 sq ft) | $2,200 – $5,000 | Demo, subfloor condition, tile spec, transitions to adjoining rooms |
Those numbers include labor, setting materials, grout, and standard trim. They exclude major subfloor repair (rot or leveling beyond 1/4 inch over 10 feet), which we price only after we see the joists and slab condition.
What moves the price in Woodland Hills specifically:
- Tile format. Large-format tiles (24×48, for example) need more substrate prep and slower setting. They cost more to install even if the tile itself is cheap.
- Pattern layout. Herringbone, vertical stack, and offset patterns add cutting labor. A straight set is the most economical.
- Existing floor removal. Pulling tile and thinset costs $2 – $4 per sq ft on its own. If your old floor is glued-down vinyl over concrete, add more.
- Substrate work. Homes in the hills south of Ventura, especially older slab-on-grade builds, often need crack isolation membrane or self-leveler before new tile goes down.
- Material choice. We install ceramic, porcelain, glass, marble, and engineered stone. You pick the material from a named brand, not a mystery supplier. We’ll quote by the specific tile, not a generic “tile included” line.
Every quote is free. Call (341) 217-2776 and we’ll walk your kitchen or floors and put the number in writing. No change-orders at the door.
FAQs – Backsplash, Tile & Flooring
How much does a kitchen backsplash cost in Woodland Hills?
Most kitchen backsplashes in Woodland Hills run $1,800 to $4,500 installed, with larger or full-height jobs reaching $7,500. The tile itself is usually $5 – $25 per square foot, and labor and prep account for the remainder. Call (341) 217-2776 for an exact quote on your wall layout, material, and outlet count. Estimates are free and written.
Can you install tile flooring over my existing tile?
Yes, in some cases we can tile over existing tile, provided the old tile is well bonded, clean, and flat within acceptable tolerance. In Woodland Hills, slab movement often makes this less reliable than a full tear-out, and the added height can create problems at door thresholds. We’ll tell you honestly after we inspect. Call (341) 217-2776 to schedule a look.
How long does a tile floors or backsplash take?
A standard backsplash installs in 1 to 2 days after materials are on site. A full kitchen or bath floor runs 3 to 5 days including tear-out, prep, and grout. Larger whole-home tile jobs stretch to 7 days or more. We keep you updated with photos so you’re never wondering why a crew didn’t show.
Is it cheaper to repair tile or replace it?
Repairing a few cracked or hollow tiles costs less in the short run, but matching old dye lots and fixing the underlying cause often costs more per square foot than a clean replacement. If water damage or slab movement is behind the damage, patching won’t hold. We’ll give you both prices so you decide with a clear number either way. Call (341) 217-2776 for a free inspection.
Do you use name-brand tile and setting materials?
Yes. We install tile and setting systems from manufacturer-backed lines, and for related cabinet or trim work we use partners like KraftMaid and Wellborn. You’ll see exact product names on your quote, never a vague “builder grade” placeholder. That naming is part of the written price you approve before work starts.
What does the 365-Day Done Right Promise cover on tile work?
It covers defects in installation workmanship for one full year from project close. That means cracked grout, loose tile, lippage beyond tolerance, or improperly sealed surfaces get fixed at no charge. It’s in writing on every project, not something you have to ask for. Call (341) 217-2776 if a prior tile job is failing. We’ll tell you what’s fixable and what’s a redo.
Written by Luca Romano, Owner at Sawyer Remodel Woodland Hills, serving Woodland Hills.
Ready to get a real price? Call Sawyer Remodel Woodland Hills at (341) 217-2776 for a free, no-pressure estimate on backsplash, tile, or flooring work. We’ll give you a written number, a live arrival time, and a year of accountability after the final tile sets. If you’re starting from the home page, you’ll find us there too.
