Why does waterproofing matter so much for tile?

In showers and floors, the waterproofing behind the tile is what prevents failure. We never skip it — it's the difference between a job that lasts and a callback.

Can you do the whole bathroom, not just the tile?

Yes — because we also do drywall, paint, and flooring, we can handle the full update with one team instead of three.

Do you serve my town?

We do tile work across all eight of our Lake County communities. Choose your town below.

Lake County, IL

Tile in Lake County

Bathroom, kitchen, and floor tile — waterproofed and set to last.

Tile is where a dated bathroom or kitchen becomes the room people compliment. 8A handles bathroom tile, kitchen backsplashes, and floor tile across Lake County — set right, waterproofed where it counts, with the projected return in writing.

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Tile done right — with the ROI up front

The difference between tile that lasts and tile that fails is what's behind it: proper waterproofing and substrate prep in wet areas like showers and floors. We don't skip that step to save a day, because a beautiful tile job over a bad substrate is a callback waiting to happen. Across Lake County's homes — from updating original baths in older Libertyville and Lake Forest houses to modernizing 90s-and-2000s interiors in Lincolnshire and Buffalo Grove — tile is one of the most visible upgrades a homeowner can make.

Because tile is usually part of a larger update, it pairs with our drywall, flooring, and paint work so you're coordinating one team instead of three. The Property Value Analysis shows how a kitchen or bath update is expected to pay back before you commit.

What's included

Bathroom tile

Showers, floors, and surrounds — waterproofed and set to last.

Kitchen backsplash

The detail that finishes a kitchen update.

Floor tile

Durable tile floors for kitchens, baths, and entries.

Waterproofing

Proper substrate prep and waterproofing behind every wet-area job.

Tile across Lake County

We bring tile to all eight of our Lake County communities:

Lake Forest Highland Park Lake Bluff Libertyville Lincolnshire Vernon Hills Long Grove Buffalo Grove

Tile questions, answered

Why does waterproofing matter so much for tile?: In showers and floors, the waterproofing behind the tile is what prevents failure. We never skip it — it's the difference between a job that lasts and a callback.
Can you do the whole bathroom, not just the tile?: Yes — because we also do drywall, paint, and flooring, we can handle the full update with one team instead of three.
Do you serve my town?: We do tile work across all eight of our Lake County communities. Choose your town below.

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Jackie Marolt

2 weeks ago

8A Solutions has been wonderful to work with! Every member of their team was professional, knowledgeable, and did outstanding work from start to finish. They removed our solar panels, replaced our roof, and then reinstalled the panels seamlessly. On top of that, we also needed a crack in our foundation repaired, and they were incredibly accommodating and willing to work with us throughout the entire process. Their pricing was very fair, and they never tried to price gouge us. It’s refreshing to find a company that delivers high-quality workmanship while treating its customers honestly and respectfully. We will definitely be contacting 8A Solutions for future home projects and highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, professional, and fairly priced home improvement services!

A. Sanchez

2 months ago

Had 8A solutions do some minor repairs and painting, they were very professional and clean work. Great experience from start to finish. Highly recommend them

Susan Stahler

3 months ago

I’m very Type A and have worked with plenty of contractors over the years. Without a doubt, this team is top tier. They’re professional, on time, incredibly detail-oriented, and their work is exceptional. They kept everything clean and communicated every step of the way. My home feels completely transformed. I couldn’t be happier and wouldn’t consider anyone else.

Ricardo Aguilar

5 months ago

If you’re looking for a change in 2026, this is your calling. I’ve been trying to get my house painted for years, but pricing always held me back. 8A Solution came out, gave me a great price, and actually listened to exactly what I wanted. They were quick, efficient, and their work truly speaks for itself. I couldn’t be happier with the results.

Dalyla Rivera

6 months ago

They did an amazing job painting our interior rooms . Everything was clean, professional, and finished on time. Would definitely recommend.

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