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Rus Willken — Tile Installer

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I work fast and clean for your convenience: Full bathroom remodeling - one week. Backsplash installation - one day. See my work on Instagram
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Hired 74 times

Serves Matthews, NC

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2 employees

14 years in business

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2024

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Excellent 4.9

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Arwen V.
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Jul 12, 2025

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Rus a great job on my kitchen backsplash. First, he sent me links from his website with more information about things to get done on your kitchen before installing a backsplash, which made me realize I definitely wanted the undercabinet lighting he also offers. I so appreciated this thoughtfulness, and of course it’s an upsell for him. He was great at communicating throughout the entire process and the backsplash looks beautiful. He was also extremely thoughtful about the undercabinet lighting and installed it in a way that doesn’t cause glare on the eyes. The quality of his work, his thoughtfulness, and his proactive communication all make me happy to recommend Rus to others Side-note: Rus was also the only pro who was willing to converse with me using the Thumbtack messaging system rather than phone calls. I’m extremely busy during work hours, so this makes a big difference to me. I can’t answer the phone usually without scheduling well in advance.

Details: Kitchen • Backsplash • 25 - 50 sq ft • Drywall • Ceramic • No, but I will buy the tiles myself

Tile Installation and Replacement
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Mark c.
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Apr 27, 2025

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Rus did an excellent job on my kitchen backsplash. He was a professional from the start, texting me back right away and always on time. He made key suggestions to me that turned out to be spot on. He also installed a shower wall that looks great. He had great attention to detail on his work and the backsplash is beautiful. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Rus again.

Details: Kitchen • Backsplash • 51 - 100 sq ft • Drywall • Ceramic • Yes, I already have the tiles

Tile Installation and Replacement
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Robyn B.
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Feb 24, 2025

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Rus installed my new microwave and while we originally thought some new tile work would be needed, he was able to do without removing tile. I would definitely recommend Rus. He was very responsive, punctual, and did such a great job. And very reasonable.

Details: Kitchen • Backsplash • Less than 25 sq ft • Drywall • Yes, I already have the tiles

Tile Installation and Replacement
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Thomas C.
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Jan 30, 2025

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We removed the microwave and added a range hood. Russ added more tile to the backsplash and installed the range hood. He was fast, efficient, and very professional. I would definitely recommend.

Details: Kitchen • Backsplash • Less than 25 sq ft • Drywall • Porcelain • Yes, I already have the tiles

Tile Installation and Replacement
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Shelley W.
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Jan 10, 2025

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Great experience, valued well, Rus showed up, got to work and delivered a quality job—I will use him again for any tile related needs

Details: Bathroom • Backsplash • 25 - 50 sq ft • Drywall • Porcelain • No, but I will buy the tiles myself

Tile Installation and Replacement
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Ruslan Stepanov

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