Tile Installation Contractor in Bakersfield, CA
Bathroom Tile · Kitchen Backsplashes · Floor Tile · Commercial Tile
Bakersfield Keystone Tile & Pavers has been installing tile in Bakersfield and Kern County for over 20 years. We handle bathroom showers and floors, kitchen backsplashes and floor tile, residential and commercial floor installations, and tile repair. Every shower gets Schluter KERDI waterproofing — no exceptions.
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Why Bakersfield Keystone Tile & Pavers
Over 20 years installing tile in Kern County. Here's what we do differently.
Waterproofing on Every Shower
We use Schluter KERDI waterproofing membrane on all shower and wet area installations. Grout is not waterproof. Cement board is not waterproof. KERDI is. It's not optional — it's how we ensure the shower doesn't fail in five years.
Subfloor Prep Before Every Install
Tile doesn't flex. The floor underneath has to be rigid and flat. We check every subfloor before we start — and use self-leveling compound when it needs it. Skipping this step is why so many tile jobs crack within a year.
Honest Material Guidance
We tell you what actually works for each application — porcelain vs. ceramic, natural stone tradeoffs, when large-format makes sense and when it doesn't. No upselling, no pushing the most expensive option.
Color-Matched Repair Work
We search our supplier network to match existing tile before confirming a repair. Common formats are usually matchable. When an exact match isn't possible, we tell you upfront — not after we've already started.
Licensed for Commercial Work
Restaurants, offices, medical facilities, and multi-unit properties. We know the traffic ratings, slip-resistance standards, and scheduling requirements that come with commercial tile jobs. Licensed, bonded, and insured.
Written Timelines on Every Job
You get a day-by-day schedule before we start. When we say the shower will be grouted on Thursday, it's grouted on Thursday. We know your bathroom being out of commission has real consequences for your household.
Tile Installation Services in Bakersfield
We cover five specific services — each with a dedicated page, real detail, and an honest scope of what's involved.
Bathroom Tile Installation
Full bathroom tile work — shower walls and floors, bathroom floor tile, tub surrounds. Every shower gets a Schluter KERDI waterproofing membrane. No shortcuts on the substrate.
Kitchen Tile & Backsplashes
Backsplashes, kitchen floor tile, and countertop surrounds. Laser-level layout, precise outlet cutouts, and full grout sealing. Most jobs done in 2–4 days.
Floor Tile Installation
Living rooms, hallways, entryways, and light commercial spaces. We handle subfloor prep, self-leveling compound, tile setting, and sealing — start to finish.
Tile Repair
Cracked tiles, failing grout, moisture damage behind wet areas. We do single-tile replacements, re-grouting, and waterproofing repairs without tearing out the whole floor.
Commercial Tile Installation
Natural stone, thin brick veneer, terrazzo-look porcelain, and large-format slabs for commercial and high-end residential projects. Licensed, bonded, and built to take traffic.
How a Tile Job Works
Every project follows the same three steps. No surprises, no moving parts you didn't know about.
Free Estimate & Tile Selection
We visit the site, measure, and talk through your material options. You get a written, fixed-price estimate and a day-by-day timeline before we schedule anything.
Surface Prep & Waterproofing
Demo if needed, subfloor inspection, leveling compound where required. Schluter KERDI waterproofing on all shower and wet areas. The substrate has to be right before tile goes down.
Installation, Grouting & Sealing
Tile set to layout, mortar cure time respected, then grouting and sealing. We clean up completely before we leave. You get a tile installation that looks right and holds long-term.
About Bakersfield Keystone Tile & Pavers
20+ Years Installing Tile in Bakersfield and Kern County
We've been doing tile work in Bakersfield long enough to know what holds and what doesn't. Most of the repair calls we get are from homeowners dealing with the consequences of tile that was installed without proper waterproofing, on inadequate subfloor prep, or with the wrong adhesive for the application.
Our scope is focused: bathroom tile, kitchen backsplashes and floor tile, residential and commercial floor installations, tile repair, and commercial tile including natural stone, thin brick, and terrazzo-look porcelain. We don't try to do everything — we do these things well.
Every job comes with a written estimate, a fixed price, and a day-by-day schedule. We work in Bakersfield and throughout Kern County — same quality, same pricing, no travel surcharges for nearby communities.
Tile Materials We Install
The right tile depends on where it's going, how it'll be used, and your budget. Here's a quick breakdown.
Porcelain
Our top recommendation for most floor and shower applications. Durable, low-maintenance, and available in almost any look.
- Denser than ceramic
- Non-porous — no sealing needed
- Best for kitchens and baths
- Available in large formats
- PEI 4–5 for commercial use
Ceramic
Budget-friendly and versatile. Right for interior walls, bedrooms, and secondary bathrooms.
- More affordable than porcelain
- Wide range of styles
- Good for walls and lower-traffic floors
- Easy to cut and install
- Not ideal for high-moisture subfloors
Natural Stone
No manufactured tile replicates the natural variation of real stone. Needs more maintenance but offers a look that's genuinely its own.
- Travertine, marble, slate
- Each piece is unique
- Requires annual sealing
- Premium aesthetic
- Used in commercial lobbies and upscale homes
Glass & Mosaic
Mostly used for backsplashes and shower floor tile. Brings light and visual interest to areas that need a focal point.
- Backsplash focal points
- Shower floor accent tile
- Reflective surface adds light
- Mesh-backed for easy install
- Custom pattern options
Frequently Asked Questions
Serving Bakersfield and Kern County
We work in Bakersfield and throughout the surrounding area. No travel surcharges for communities we serve regularly.
Ready to Get Started?
Call us or submit a request. We'll schedule a free on-site estimate, measure the space, and give you a written fixed-price quote before anything starts.