
Water getting behind tile is one of the most expensive problems a homeowner can face — and most people do not find out until the damage is already done. Bill Finney Tile installs proper waterproofing membranes and systems before any tile goes down. This protects your walls, subfloor, and structure from moisture long-term. It is the step most contractors rush — we do not.

Every tile installation starts with a plan. Layouts are mapped before a single cut is made, and every surface is properly prepped before the first piece is set. We work with ceramic, porcelain, glass, and large-format tile across bathrooms, kitchens, entryways, and living spaces. The result is a finished floor or wall that is level, tight, and built to last.

Cracked tile, loose grout, hollow spots under the floor — these are problems that get worse if you leave them. Bill Finney Tile handles single tile replacements, grout repairs, regrouting, and loose tile reattachment. We work to match existing materials as closely as possible so the repair blends in. Most repairs can be completed in a single visit.

Grout is porous by nature — without sealing, it absorbs stains, moisture, and mold over time. Professional sealing done correctly adds years to the life of your tile and makes regular cleaning far easier. We also provide deep tile and grout cleaning for floors and walls that have built up years of grime. If your tile looks dull or discolored, this service alone can make a significant difference.

Removing old tile the wrong way damages the substrate underneath and creates more work before the new tile can go in. Bill Finney Tile removes floor and wall tile cleanly, assesses the condition of what's underneath, and leaves the surface ready for the next step. We handle all cleanup and haul-away — you do not have to deal with a pile of debris when we leave.

Bathrooms are where waterproofing and precision matter more than anywhere else. A bad bathroom tile job can leak inside the wall for months or years before you notice it. We handle shower walls, shower floors, tub surrounds, wainscoting, and full custom shower builds. Every bathroom project gets the same attention to prep and waterproofing that the install itself does.

Kitchen tile takes daily abuse — heat, grease, foot traffic, and spills. The materials and the installation both need to hold up to that. We install backsplashes, kitchen floor tile, and island surrounds with the same care we bring to any other room in the house. Grout color and pattern guidance is part of the process if you need it.

A flat, properly prepared subfloor is what separates a tile floor that holds up for 20 years from one that cracks and shifts in two. Bill Finney Tile does not skip subfloor prep — it is the foundation of everything that follows. We work with porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone, including large-format tile that requires even tighter tolerances on the substrate.

Natural stone has to be handled carefully, cut precisely, and set with the right materials or it will crack, shift, or stain. Bill Finney Tile works with marble, travertine, slate, and other natural stone regularly. We also seal and protect stone surfaces after installation so they maintain their appearance over time. If you are investing in natural stone, proper installation is not optional.
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Bill Finney started in the tile trade as a teenager — and never changed course. Over 45 years later, the approach is still the same: prepare the surface properly, plan the layout before anything is cut, and do not move on until the current step is right. What started as hands-on training early in life became a lifelong trade and, eventually, a family business built on referrals across Clark County.
Bill Finney Tile takes on one project at a time — not five running simultaneously across three cities. When your job is scheduled, it gets full attention until it is finished. You will talk directly to Bill, not a project manager relaying information. There are no surprise charges when the invoice comes, and no loose ends left behind when the crew walks out the door.


Bill Finney Tile is fully licensed, bonded, and insured in Washington State. Every project is covered from the first day to the last. You are working with a verified professional — not an unlicensed handyman who disappears when something goes wrong. Credentials are available before any work begins.
When your project starts, it gets full attention — not divided focus across five other jobs across town. Work begins, work finishes, and nothing gets left half-done. This is how Bill Finney Tile has always operated, and it is one of the main reasons customers in Battle Ground and Vancouver come back for their next project.
From the first call to the final walkthrough, you will always know what the plan is, what it costs, and what comes next. There are no vague timelines and no surprise charges when the invoice arrives. Bill communicates directly with every customer — there is no office staff in between passing messages back and forth.
This is a father and sons business — not a franchise with rotating subcontractors showing up to your home. The people doing the work are the same people you spoke to when you called. That level of accountability is rare in the trades, and it shows in the quality of what gets left behind when the job is done.
Tile installation pricing in Battle Ground depends on the size of the area, the type of tile, and how much prep work the surface needs. A standard bathroom retile runs differently than a large-format kitchen floor, so there is no flat rate that applies to every job. The best way to get an accurate number is to call Bill directly at (855) 922-2636 — he can walk through the project with you and give a real estimate, not a ballpark range designed to get you to sign.
Yes — Bill Finney Tile handles full bathroom tear-outs and reinstalls throughout Vancouver, WA and the surrounding Clark County area. That includes demo, disposal, substrate prep, waterproofing, and new tile installation as a complete package. You do not need to hire a separate demo crew or coordinate between multiple contractors. One call covers the entire project from start to finish.
If your shower tile is being replaced — whether it is one wall or the whole enclosure — waterproofing should be part of that process. Tile itself does not stop water; the membrane underneath does. In the Pacific Northwest climate, moisture that gets behind tile without a proper barrier leads to mold, rot, and structural damage that costs far more to fix than the original waterproofing would have. If your current shower was built without a proper membrane, now is the time to address it.
Tile matching for repairs depends on the age of the tile and whether it is still in production. For common ceramic and porcelain styles, there is a reasonable chance of finding a close match. For older or discontinued tile, Bill will assess the situation and walk you through realistic options — including whether a partial retile might make more sense than trying to force an imperfect match. He will give you a straight answer, not a promise he cannot keep.
Yes — Bill Finney Tile is fully licensed, bonded, and insured to perform tile work in Washington State. This applies to all projects across Battle Ground, Vancouver, Camas, Washougal, and the surrounding Southwest Washington area. You can request proof of licensing before any work begins, and it is always a good idea to ask any contractor for this before signing an agreement.
A standard bathroom tile installation — including shower walls, floor, and tub surround — typically takes several days to a week depending on the scope of work. Projects that include demolition, waterproofing, and full substrate prep take longer than a simple tile-over-tile job. Bill will give you a clear timeline before work begins and will keep you updated throughout. There are no vague "it'll be done when it's done" answers here.
Yes — Bill Finney Tile serves Camas, Washougal, and the broader Clark County area in addition to Battle Ground and Vancouver. The service area also includes Woodland, Longview, Kelso, Yacolt, Amboy, and Castle Rock. Call (855) 922-2636 to confirm availability for your specific location and to discuss your project.
Grouting is the process of filling the joints between tiles with grout after the tile is set — it holds everything in place and gives the finished surface its clean, uniform look. Sealing is a separate step that happens after grouting, where a protective coating is applied to the grout and sometimes the tile surface to prevent staining, moisture absorption, and mold growth. Skipping the sealing step is one of the most common mistakes homeowners make after a new tile installation, and it leads to grout that discolors and deteriorates much faster than it should.