About TileQuarter

What TileQuarter does

We help homeowners take the first step without getting pushed into a job too fast. If you are planning a bathroom update, a tub-to-shower conversion, new tile, or a full gut remodel, we help you sort out the project details and get matched with remodelers who handle that kind of work.

We are not a bathroom remodeler or contractor. We do not build bathrooms, design layouts, pull permits, or give construction, plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, legal, or financial advice. Our role is to help you start smart, ask better questions, and meet licensed, insured pros you can vet yourself.

Many homeowners come to us because bathroom remodel pricing is confusing. A basic refresh may land around $3,000-$10,000. A mid-range remodel often falls around $10,000-$25,000. A full gut remodel can be $25,000-$50,000+. Those are typical ranges only, not quotes or guarantees. The real price depends on the size of the bathroom, the scope of work, the tile and fixtures you choose, hidden moisture or framing damage, and your area.

If you want a clearer picture before you talk to anyone, start with costs and then get matched when you are ready.

Who this is for

TileQuarter is built for real households, not just people who already know remodeling words.

We are especially helpful for:

• First-time remodelers who do not know what to ask
• Busy homeowners who want to compare a few options without chasing random calls
• New immigrants and non-native-English speakers who want a simpler, clearer process
• Families planning safety upgrades like grab bars, lower thresholds, or easier shower access
• Homeowners replacing old tile, worn fixtures, or a leaking tub or shower area

A bathroom remodel can feel risky because it mixes finish choices with hidden work behind the walls. The tile you see matters, but the part you do not see matters just as much. A shower can look great on day one and still fail later if the waterproofing behind the tile was skipped or done badly. That is one of the most expensive ways people get burned.

That is why we keep repeating the boring but important stuff: hire licensed, insured, and bonded remodelers, verify the license and insurance yourself, insist on real waterproofing behind the tile, get the full scope and price in writing before any deposit, and follow local permits and building code. Read waterproofing explained if you want to understand what to ask before work starts.

How our free matching works

1. You tell us about the project. Things like bathroom size, what you want to change, your rough timing, and how to reach you.
2. We use that information to help match you with remodelers who serve your area and fit the kind of work you need.
3. You compare. Ask questions. Review the written scope. Check license and insurance. Look at past work. Make sure permits and waterproofing are addressed.
4. You choose who to hire. Or choose no one yet. It is your project and your call.

We only need project and contact details to help with matching. We do not need bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, or other sensitive records.

When you talk to any remodeler, slow down and get specific. Ask what is included, what is excluded, who handles debris, what tile labor covers, and what happens if hidden water damage is found after demolition. For help with that vetting step, see how to vet a bathroom contractor.

How TileQuarter is paid

TileQuarter is free to homeowners.

Participating remodelers pay us a flat fee to be part of the matching program. That means you do not pay us to use the service.

A few plain facts matter here:

• We do not set the remodeler's price
• We do not control the scope of the job
• We do not guarantee the lowest price or the fastest timeline
• We do not choose for you

You compare written estimates, you ask questions, and you decide whether a remodeler is a fit. Keep control of the process. Do not rely on a verbal promise. Make sure the scope, materials, allowances, schedule, payment terms, and permit responsibilities are in writing before any deposit. Hold final payment until the punch-list work is done.

What we want homeowners to watch out for

Bathroom remodels go wrong in familiar ways. Here are the big ones:

• Too-good-to-be-true pricing. A very low estimate can mean vague scope, cheaper materials, skipped prep, or surprise charges later.
• No clear waterproofing plan. Tile and grout are not the waterproof system by themselves.
• Missing permit discussion. Some jobs need permits depending on the work and your area. Ask early and follow local rules.
• Big deposits with little detail. Get the exact scope and price in writing first.
• Unverified license or insurance. Do not just take a business card or text message as proof.

Typical line items that move the budget most are often tile and labor, waterproofing prep, plumbing fixture changes, and hidden repairs. For example, a tub-to-shower conversion is often roughly $4,000-$12,000, and porcelain floor tile installed is often around $8-$25 per square foot. Again, those are typical estimates only. Your real cost depends on bathroom size, project scope, tile and fixture choices, hidden moisture or framing damage, and local labor rates.

If your project includes a shower, tub, or tile-heavy update, our service pages for shower and tub work and tile and flooring can help you think through the job before you hire.