November 2025 Pricing

Tile Project Cost Calculator

Get a rough estimate for your tile installation project. Select your options below to see approximate pricing.

Important: This calculator provides rough estimates only. All labor rates are current as of November 2025. Prices may vary based on workload, material costs, or special project requirements. Final pricing will be provided after an on-site assessment.

Shower Walls

Shower Pan

Tile Flooring

Backsplash

Tile / Stone Sealing

Add-Ons / Extras

Schluter Niche 12x12 (installed & tiled)$250

Includes setting materials; tile, grout, color-match caulking, and tile trim not included.

Large Schluter Niche with Shelf$360

Includes setting materials; tile, grout, color-match caulking, and tile trim not included.

Better Bench Corner Seat$400

Includes setting materials; tile, grout, color-match caulking, and tile trim not included.

Better Bench Corner Shelf$275

Includes setting materials; tile, grout, color-match caulking, and tile trim not included.

Prefab Corner Shelf$75

Includes setting materials; tile, grout, color-match caulking, and tile trim not included.

Rough Plumbing

Tile project related plumbing services

Standard Single Valve (no wand)$550

Finished trim not included.

Single Valve with Wand$600

Finished trim not included.

Double Valve with Wand$640

Finished trim not included.

Cast-Iron Rough Drain Flange Installation$490

Moving drain extra, onsite visit may be required. Finished trim not included.

Freestanding Tub Installation (rough-in)$1,050

Finished trim not included.

Standard Bathtub Installation$795

Finished trim not included.

Your Estimate

Labor costs only

Select options above to see your estimate

Estimate Disclaimer

This is a rough estimate for planning purposes. Final pricing will be provided after an on-site assessment. Prices may vary based on workload, material costs, or special project requirements.

Questions?

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Reference Guide

Tile Material Cost Reference

Approximate tile costs per square foot (for budgeting purposes only)

Tile TypeLowMediumHigh
Standard Ceramic / Porcelain$3/sf$5/sf$8+/sf
Large Format (>12x24)$5/sf$8/sf$12+/sf
Natural Stone$8/sf$12/sf$20+/sf
Glass Tile$10/sf$15/sf$25+/sf
Mosaic Tile$8/sf$12/sf$20+/sf
Specialty / Custom Patterns---

* Prices are reference only; actual cost varies by supplier, style, and quality. These are material costs only and do not include labor.

What's Included in Labor

Labor Includes

  • Setting materials (mud, wire, staples, paper)
  • Mortar and adhesives
  • Uncoupling membrane (for subfloor)
  • Professional tile installation
  • Mortar float bed (for shower pans)
  • Waterproofing application
  • Clean worksite

Not Included in Labor

  • Tile materials
  • Grout
  • Color-match caulking
  • Tile trim / edge pieces
  • Finished plumbing trim
  • Material delivery fees
  • Permits (if required)

Ready for an Accurate Quote?

Every project is unique. Contact Russell Tile for a detailed estimate tailored to your specific needs after an on-site assessment.