Tile Setting Services in Long Beach, CA

At Masters' Guild, we offer professional tile setting services for residential and commercial spaces. Whether you’re tiling a bathroom, kitchen, patio, or an entire floor, our skilled craftsmen deliver precise installation and exceptional results. Choose from a wide variety of materials, patterns, and finishes to create the perfect look for your project.

Tile Setting in Long Beach, CA: Floor tile installation typically runs $10–$30 USD in 2026; the other common jobs below range from $460 to $5,700, depending mostly on tile material. In California this work requires a licence from the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) — verify it before you hire. Post your job free on Masters' Guild to get offers from ID-verified local pros; payment is held until the work is done.

What tile setting costs in Long Beach, CA (2026)

Typical tile setting prices in Long Beach, CA (USD, 2026) — low to high per job

Job	Typical range (USD)	Unit
Floor tile installation	$10–$30	per sq ft
Kitchen backsplash installation	$550–$1,700	per job
Shower/tub surround tiling	$2,050–$5,700	per job
Tile regrouting (bathroom)	$460–$1,700	per job

Estimates: typical US ranges adjusted for Long Beach's regional price level (about 14% above the national average; BEA Regional Price Parities 2024, all items, Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA MSA (113.566/100)). Get two or three quotes for your exact job.

Our Tile Setting Expertise in Long Beach, CA

Bathroom Floor and Wall Tiles

Transform your bathroom with expertly installed bathroom floor tiles and wall tiles. Our craftsmen ensure a clean, waterproof finish that enhances your space.

Kitchen Tile Installation

From sleek backsplashes to durable kitchen tiles, we help you achieve a stunning yet practical design for your culinary space.

Outdoor Tile Projects

Upgrade your exterior with outdoor tiles perfect for patios, walkways, or pool areas. We use weather-resistant materials to ensure durability and style.

Custom Patterns and Designs

Let your creativity shine! Our experts can install intricate tile patterns, from herringbone to mosaic, delivering a unique touch to your floors and walls.

Why Choose Masters' Guild for Tile Setting Services?

Skilled Tile Installers: Experienced professionals who deliver flawless finishes on every project.
Diverse Material Options: Access a wide range of tiles, including ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and glass.
Attention to Detail: Precise alignment, clean grout lines, and seamless transitions.
Transparent Pricing: Competitive and clear estimates with no hidden costs.

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Tile Setting Services We Offer

Masters' Guild provides a full range of tiling solutions tailored to your needs:

Bathroom Floor and Wall Tiles: Enhance style and functionality.
Kitchen Tile Installation: Perfect for backsplashes and floors.
Outdoor Tile Projects: Durable tiles for patios, walkways, and pools.
Custom Tile Patterns: Unique designs to personalize your space.
Tile Repair and Maintenance: Extend the life of your existing tiles.
Mobile-Friendly Booking: Book, track, and manage services through our app.

What's different about tile setting in Long Beach

Long Beach's housing stock skews old: the median home was built around 1959-1960, and roughly a third went up before 1950, from craftsman bungalows to postwar tract houses. A tile setter working in your home is likely dealing with slab or raised wood-frame foundations, and in older sections, sewer laterals that predate modern plumbing standards. The city's Mediterranean/semi-arid climate—dry, with virtually no freeze-thaw cycling—means grout and thinset cure predictably year-round, but low humidity doesn't excuse skipping proper waterproofing behind tile in showers and tubs; water damage still shows up the same way it would anywhere else.

In neighborhoods like Belmont Shore, Naples, and Bixby Knolls, craftsman bungalows and postwar homes often still run on their original cast-iron or clay sewer laterals, which a tile setter needs to work around when pulling up an old bathroom floor. California requires a CSLB-licensed contractor for any job—labor and materials combined—worth $500 or more, so ask to see that license before signing; tile setters typically don't need a separate state trade license for smaller stand-alone jobs. Renovation season runs spring through summer, so booking in November through February, when demand eases, generally gets you a shorter wait.

What moves the price in Long Beach

Homes built before 1950 often need extra subfloor leveling before new tile goes down.
Active regional faults can crack grout lines and tile over time, especially on slab foundations.
Original cast-iron or clay sewer laterals in older homes can complicate bathroom floor tear-outs.
Any job with labor and materials totaling $500 or more requires a CSLB-licensed contractor.

Licensing and permits in California

Licence required. Contractors State License Board (CSLB). Any project (labor + materials) worth $500 or more generally requires a CSLB-licensed contractor (B General Building, or the relevant C-specialty class); check status, bond, and workers' comp on CSLB's Check A License tool before signing a contract.

In California, residential building permits are issued by the local city or county building department (not the state), applying the California Building Standards Code plus any local amendments — so exact rules and fees vary by jurisdiction and it's worth confirming specifics with the local building department. In Long Beach, permits come from the City of Long Beach Development Services Department – Building & Safety Bureau (Development Permit Center).

Tax: Per CDTFA Publication 108, pure repair labor is generally NOT taxable when the contractor returns the customer's own item and does not substitute a different part; but installation and fabrication labor IS taxable in California regardless of whether it's itemized separately or bundled into a lump-sum price — so a home-service invoice can be part-taxable (materials + install labor) and part-exempt (pure repair labor on the customer's existing item) depending on the work performed.

Best time to book in Long Beach

Bathroom/kitchen renovation season runs spring through summer; book in late fall or winter (Nov–Feb) for shorter lead times and better pricing. Peak demand: March, April, May, June, July and August. Typical job length: 1-4 days per job (single room or wet-area job); larger multi-room floors can run longer.

DIY or pro? A handy homeowner can DIY a small backsplash or single-room floor, but showers/tubs need correct waterproofing (membrane, slope-to-drain) that a pro should handle to avoid costly water damage later.

Areas we cover in Long Beach

Pros on Masters' Guild take tile setting jobs across Long Beach neighborhoods including Belmont Shore, Naples, Downtown Long Beach, Bixby Knolls, California Heights, Alamitos Beach, Wrigley and Los Cerritos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit to retile my bathroom floor in Long Beach?

Tile setting alone usually isn't on Long Beach's permit list, but if the job touches plumbing fixtures or is part of a larger remodel, confirm requirements with the Development Services Department's Building & Safety Bureau before work begins.

Does a tile setter need a contractor's license to work in Long Beach?

California requires a CSLB-licensed contractor for any job where labor and materials together total $500 or more. Before hiring someone for a Long Beach tile job, verify their license status and bond on the CSLB's Check A License tool.

Can I install tile myself instead of hiring a pro?

A small backsplash or single-room floor is a reasonable DIY project, but showers and tubs need proper waterproofing—membrane and slope-to-drain—that's best left to a pro to avoid costly water damage later.

Sources: homeguide.com · www.homestars.com. Updated 2026-09-10.

We Also Serve These Nearby Satellite Cities

In addition to Long Beach, CA, we also offer Tile Setting in nearby areas, including the following satellite cities:

Lakewood, CA
Signal Hill, CA
Carson, CA
Bellflower, CA
Cerritos, CA