Bathroom Tile Cost in Revere, MA: 2026 Project Ranges

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The bathroom tile cost Revere MA homeowners pay covers labor, waterproofing, substrate prep, setting materials, and demo — tile itself is purchased separately. Based on real Greater Boston project estimates as of 2026 pricing, most Revere projects run between $2,000 for a simple floor and $7,000+ for a full shower rebuild. Regrout jobs start as low as $700.

• Full shower rebuild: $5,000–$7,000+ for tear-out, waterproofing, Schluter Kerdi tray, and tile installation
• Tub surround retile, 60–80 sq ft: $4,300–$5,000; add $400 for a recessed niche
• Bathroom floor, 30–45 sq ft: $2,000–$2,300 with old floor removed, customer-supplied tile
• Shower regrout and recaulk: $700–$1,800 depending on size and grout removal depth
• $450 disposal fee applies to any job that includes tile rip-out
• Older Revere homes (many built 1950–1980) often need extra substrate prep — build that into your budget

Send us photos of your Revere shower, floor, or tub surround for a free itemized estimate — most quotes are ready the same day we receive your photos.

How Much Does Bathroom Tile Installation Cost in Revere, MA?

The bathroom tile cost Revere MA homeowners see most often falls between $2,000 and $7,500. That covers labor, waterproofing, and setting materials. Tile is a separate purchase — you pick it, we install it. The table below shows real project ranges based on current Greater Boston estimates as of 2026.

Every job that includes tile rip-out carries a $450 debris disposal fee. That covers hauling old tile, cement board, and packaging off the property. Tile-only jobs on a prepped surface don't include this charge.

What Factors Affect Bathroom Tile Costs in Revere?

These five factors determine the bathroom tile cost Revere homeowners actually pay — project size is the biggest driver, but each one can shift your total by hundreds of dollars.

• Substrate condition. Many Revere homes were built between 1950 and 1980. Original drywall behind shower tiles, rotted subfloor, and missing cement board all need fixing before tile can go up. This adds prep time and materials.
• Waterproofing scope. Shower walls get Custom Building Products RedGard liquid membrane before tile goes on. Shower floors use a Schluter Kerdi prefab tray with a Kerdi drain. We connect the drain — only moving a valve or drain pipe needs a licensed plumber.
• Tile pattern complexity. A standard grid or stacked subway layout installs fastest. Herringbone, diagonal, and mosaic patterns add roughly 15–25% to labor time because cut count increases on every row.
• Condo building access. Beach-area and waterfront condos in Revere often require a certificate of liability insurance before work starts. We carry coverage and send a certificate to building management or a GC on request.
• Plumbing changes. Relocating a valve or drain is plumber's work, billed separately. Check with the Revere building department before moving any plumbing or walls.

For a deeper look at how substrate prep changes total project scope, the bathroom tile installation how-to guide explains proper prep in older New England homes.

How Much Does Tile Cost Per Square Foot — Ceramic, Porcelain, and Stone?

You buy the tile; we install it. Below are typical store prices from suppliers like Floor & Decor, Lowe's, and Home Depot as of 2026. These are material-only costs — installation labor is shown separately in the project ranges above.

Most Revere homeowners choose porcelain for shower walls and floors. It's dense, frost-resistant, and easy to maintain. Natural stone — marble or travertine — looks great but needs sealing after installation and costs more to cut cleanly. Glass mosaic works well for niches and accent strips, but each sheet needs precise alignment during install.

What Does Labor Cost for Bathroom Tile Installation in Greater Boston?

Our crew is two people. Most Revere bathrooms take 2 to 5 working days depending on scope. The table below maps project types to crew-days, based on current Greater Boston labor rates as of 2026.

Labor includes all setting materials. Shower and wall work uses Laticrete 254 Platinum as the bonding mortar. Floor tile goes down with Laticrete 254 Platinum under the membrane and Laticrete 253 Gold over it. Grout throughout is Laticrete Permacolor — a cement-based grout available in dozens of colors. No separate charge for setting materials.

How Much Does Shower Tile Installation Cost Compared to Floor Tile?

Shower tile costs more than floor tile for the same square footage. Three reasons explain the gap. Vertical surfaces need more precise cuts. Waterproofing adds a full step. Shower floors use a Schluter Kerdi tray instead of a simple uncoupling membrane.

A 30–45 sq ft bathroom floor with demo and Schluter Strata Mat runs $2,000–$2,300. A shower of similar size runs $3,300–$4,500 or more. That includes RedGard on the walls, a Kerdi tray on the floor, and tile throughout. The price gap reflects real time and material differences, not padding.

Combining floor and shower in one visit saves money. Mobilization spreads across both scopes. The combined range ($7,500–$11,500) is almost always less than two separate visits. Adding a Schluter Ditra-Heat cable instead of Strata Mat raises the floor cost, but one cable covers the whole heated zone. For a full breakdown of how labor and materials split across Boston-area project types, see the Boston bathroom tile installation cost guide.

What Is Included in a Professional Tile Installation Estimate?

A solid estimate breaks costs by area, not one lump sum. Based on our 15+ years of experience across 500+ Greater Boston projects, here's what every Aguirre Modern Tile quote includes as separate line items.

• Demo and disposal. Tile rip-out, cement board removal, and the $450 debris haul-away fee.
• Substrate preparation. New cement board, RedGard waterproofing, or Schluter Kerdi-Band tape at pan-to-wall seams.
• Shower pan (when applicable). Schluter Kerdi prefab tray and Kerdi drain — we make the drain connection.
• Floor membrane. Schluter Strata Mat uncoupling membrane, or a Schluter Ditra-Heat cable for heated floors.
• Setting materials. Laticrete 254 Platinum and 253 Gold thinset, Laticrete Permacolor grout, and matching caulk at all transitions.
• Labor. Two-person crew for the full scope.
• Cleanup. All job-site debris removed when the project closes out.

Estimates are written per area. You can do just the shower now and add the floor later. That works well for Revere homeowners renovating older two-family homes one scope at a time.

Tile is always a separate purchase you make directly from the supplier.

How Can You Save Money on Bathroom Tile in Revere Without Cutting Corners?

Five moves that actually reduce your cost — and one you should never make.

1. Keep the layout simple. Grid-set or stacked subway tile installs fastest. Herringbone and diagonal patterns add 15–25% to labor time.
2. Stick to standard tile sizes. Sizes like 3x6, 12x24, and 24x24 cut cleanly and set quickly. Large-format slabs (48x96+) slow the crew and raise cost.
3. Combine shower and floor in one visit. The combined range ($7,500–$11,500) is almost always less than two separate mobilizations.
4. Have your tile on site before day one. Missing materials push jobs into extra days. Confirm delivery before the crew arrives.
5. Skip the heated floor if budget is tight. Ditra-Heat is a solid upgrade but not a requirement. Standard Strata Mat costs less and still protects the floor long-term.

Never skip waterproofing. A failed shower pan in a Revere two-family can cause water damage two floors deep. RedGard on the walls and a Schluter Kerdi tray on the shower floor are always in our scope. Per TCNA installation guidelines, proper waterproofing is required for all wet-area tile installations — no exceptions.

How Do You Find a Trusted Bathroom Tile Installer in Revere, MA?

Ask three questions before you book anyone. What waterproofing system do you use? How is the estimate broken out by scope? Do you carry liability insurance? Vague answers on any of those are a signal to keep looking.

Aguirre Modern Tile serves Revere, MA with 15+ years of tile installation experience and more than 500 completed projects across Greater Boston. We have worked in older two-family homes, beach-area condos, and new construction throughout Revere, Chelsea, Winthrop, and Saugus. Every quote is written per scope, per area — no lump sums. We carry liability insurance and provide a certificate to condo associations or general contractors on request.

Most quotes start from photos — no site visit required. Send photos of your Revere bathroom for a written bathroom tile cost estimate — it's the fastest way to know exactly what your project will cost.