Is $1,800 to install 30 sq ft kitchen backsplash a fair price?
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The homeowner is an arborist and former infantry machine gunner who hired a friend to perform the work. He is dissatisfied with the quality of the installation, specifically noting significant gaps along the top edges and visible drywall/studs, which the contractor claimed were left open for microwave replacement.
Quote Details
Labor and materials for a kitchen backsplash installation. - Install 30 sq ft of tile material (includes 10% overage) - Labor for tile installation - Note: Homeowner reported issues with gaps along top edges and visible drywall/studs.
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Category
Kitchen Remodeling
Price
$1,800
Quote Date
April 8, 2026
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