Expert Kitchen Remodeling in New Albany, MS
TAV Construction brings trade-grade craftsmanship to New Albany kitchens — precision tile work, seamless drywall finishing, and cabinet refacing that transforms spaces without the full-gut price tag.
New Albany's Kitchen Remodeling Specialists
New Albany homeowners have long looked to TAV Construction for one thing: finishing work done right the first time. Whether you're refreshing a dated kitchen with a modern tile backsplash, patching drywall after a plumbing update, or giving your cabinetry a cost-effective facelift through refacing, our crews bring the same trade-grade discipline to every project — large or small.
Union County's housing stock ranges from older craftsman bungalows to newer builds in the subdivisions east of town. Each style comes with its own substrate quirks, moisture exposure patterns, and finish expectations. TAV Construction has worked across this range long enough to anticipate the variables that slow other contractors down — uneven walls behind existing tile, cabinet lines that don't square to the room, drywall screw-pop patterns in humid kitchens — and we build those realities into our process from day one.
Our crew is local-adjacent: based in north Mississippi, familiar with the regional building codes that govern Union County, and available for follow-up visits without the travel surcharge you'd pay a crew driving in from Memphis or Tupelo. When your tile grout needs a warranty touch-up or your newly refaced cabinet doors need a hardware adjustment, we're a reasonable drive away, not a scheduling event.
Why New Albany Homeowners Choose TAV
- Union County permit knowledge built in — no surprises at inspection
- Material sourcing guidance: tile, grout, and drywall spec matched to your kitchen's moisture profile
- Dust-controlled job sites — we protect adjacent rooms during finishing work
- Fixed-scope estimates: what we quote is what you pay
- Warranty follow-through — we come back for touch-ups, not excuses
Custom Tile Backsplashes & Kitchen Finishing
A backsplash is the most visible finishing detail in a kitchen. It anchors the palette, protects the wall behind the range and sink, and — when installed with precision — communicates quality throughout the entire space. TAV Construction installs backsplash tile the way it should be done: substrate-first, pattern-planned, and sealed to last.
Material Selection & Layout Planning
We work with glass, ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone — each material has a different weight, thermal expansion coefficient, and substrate requirement. Before any tile touches the wall, we assess the backer board condition, confirm flatness tolerances, and plan the layout so cuts land at intentional points rather than awkward slivers behind the range hood.
- Precision installation of glass, ceramic, and natural stone backsplashes
- Custom layout patterns: herringbone, stack bond, running bond, and subway tile
- Integration with existing cabinetry lines and countertop profiles
- Backer board assessment and replacement when needed
Grouting, Sealing & Long-Term Protection
The grout phase is where most DIY backsplash installs fail. Improper mix ratios, early foot traffic, and skipped sealing steps lead to staining, cracking, and mold in high-moisture kitchen zones. Our crews follow a timed curing sequence — thin-set sets before grouting, grout cures before sealing — and we use sealers rated for food-adjacent surfaces.
- Expert grouting with color-matched or contrasting grout options
- Penetrating sealer application for long-term stain resistance
- Caulk joints at cabinet and countertop transitions (not grout — which cracks)
- Post-install inspection and touch-up before project close
Popular Tile Styles We Install in New Albany Kitchens
Trends shift, but certain patterns hold up well in north Mississippi's mix of traditional and transitional home styles. Here's what we're installing most often right now in Union County kitchens:
Subway Tile with Dark Grout
The classic 3×6 format gains contemporary edge with charcoal or slate grout. Works in both all-white and two-tone kitchens. Easy to keep clean with sealed grout.
Large-Format Porcelain
24×48 slabs with minimal grout lines read as a single continuous surface. Requires a very flat substrate — we handle the prep that makes this format viable.
Natural Stone Patterning
Travertine, marble, and slate bring organic texture. We seal appropriately for kitchen moisture and advise on maintenance expectations before you commit to the material.
Drywall & Interior Surface Preparation
Kitchen remodels almost always touch the drywall — new cabinetry reveals gaps, plumbing or electrical updates leave open patches, and expansion projects need fresh hang-and-finish work from scratch. TAV Construction handles every phase of the drywall scope so your finish trades walk into a surface that's actually ready to paint.
What We Handle on the Drywall Scope
New Hang & Finish for Kitchen Expansions
Opening up a wall between the kitchen and dining room — or adding a pass-through — means new framing and new drywall. We hang and finish to Level 4 or Level 5 depending on your paint sheen and lighting conditions. Level 5 skim coat is the right call for high-gloss kitchen paints under recessed lighting, where any texture variation telegraphs under the light wash.
Patching After Plumbing & Electrical Updates
Replacing a sink, moving the dishwasher stub-out, or upgrading to a dedicated 20-amp circuit for the microwave all leave drywall access cuts. We patch with the correct board thickness, feather the compound edges wide enough to eliminate read-through, and texture-match the surrounding surface so the patch disappears under paint.
Cabinet Installation Reveals & Scribe Work
New upper cabinets frequently expose a band of original wall behind where the old uppers sat — often with a different paint sheen, old adhesive residue, or mismatched texture. We prep and skim those reveal areas so the new cabinet line reads clean against a uniform surface.
Dust-Controlled Sanding Protocol
Drywall dust is the enemy of everything else in a kitchen renovation. It settles into cabinet interiors, new appliance vents, and fresh tile grout lines. We use HEPA-filtered pole sanders and seal adjacent doorways before any dry-sand work begins. Your kitchen stays a job site, not the rest of your home.
Finish Level Guide
Tape and one coat of compound. For areas that will be tiled — not painted. Standard behind backsplash tile.
Tape plus two coats. Standard for flat or eggshell paint. Correct for most kitchen wall areas not under direct accent lighting.
Full skim coat over Level 4. Required for satin or semi-gloss paint under recessed lighting. We recommend this for kitchen perimeters in most new-construction or full-remodel projects.
Moisture-Resistant Board Selection
Standard drywall has no place behind a backsplash or near a sink. We spec the right board for each zone:
- Cement board — behind tile in high-splash zones
- Moisture-resistant drywall (green board) — walls adjacent to wet areas
- Standard drywall — upper cabinet walls, soffits, and painted surfaces away from moisture
Cabinet Refacing: Kitchen Facelift Without the Full Demo
Full cabinet replacement is the most disruptive and expensive path to a new-looking kitchen. If your cabinet boxes are structurally sound, refacing delivers the same visual result — new door faces, new drawer fronts, new hardware — at a fraction of the cost and timeline.
What Refacing Includes
- Removal and disposal of existing door and drawer fronts
- Application of matching veneer or laminate to exposed cabinet box faces
- Installation of new door and drawer fronts in your chosen style and finish
- New hardware: pulls, knobs, and soft-close hinges
- Coordination with adjacent tile and flooring so transitions align
When Refacing Makes Sense
- Cabinet boxes are solid and level — no water damage or structural sag
- You're satisfied with the existing layout; just not the look
- Budget favors a 40–60% cost reduction versus full replacement
- Timeline matters — refacing completes in days, not weeks
- You're pairing the update with new tile and countertops for a cohesive refresh
When Full Replacement Is the Right Call
- Water damage has compromised the box structure
- You want to reconfigure the layout — add an island, move the range
- Existing cabinet depth or height doesn't work with new appliances
- The current layout wastes corner space in ways refacing can't fix
TAV Construction will tell you honestly which path fits your situation. We don't upsell full replacement when refacing solves the problem.
New Albany Kitchen Work
Recent tile, drywall, and cabinet projects from Union County
What New Albany Homeowners Say
Reviews from clients in Union County and surrounding areas
"Glevin is a kind and generous human being — and from there, his talent flows. I've worked with him multiple times, hiring him to install tile, flooring — anything where finish counts. He is dependable, reasonable, thoughtful and considerate. A true professional."
Matthew Hackworth
2026-03-12
"My experience with TAV Construction was great. Gavin does excellent work — he's good at what he does. I would recommend him to anyone looking for someone who's dedicated to doing his job. My hat goes off to him."
Reginald Nicholson
2026-04-17
"Excellent flooring work and very dependable."
Scott Hayes
2026-04-17
Serving New Albany & Union County
TAV Construction serves New Albany and the surrounding Union County communities including Myrtle, Ingomar, Blue Mountain, and Ecru. We also serve neighboring counties — clients in Pontotoc, Benton, and Tippah counties regularly work with us for kitchen finishing projects.
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TAV Construction — Serving New Albany, MSOxford
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Hours
Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
Kitchen Remodeling Questions — New Albany, MS
Common questions from Union County homeowners considering tile, drywall, and cabinet work
1What is the average cost of a kitchen remodel in New Albany, MS?
Mid-range versus high-end costs Impact of material choices Labor estimates for finishing work
2How long does a backsplash installation take?
Typical 1-2 day process Setting time for thin-set Grouting and sealing phases
3Can you repair drywall after I've had new cabinets installed?
Patching around new cabinetry Scribe-line repairs Texture matching
4What are the most popular kitchen tile trends in New Albany?
Large format tiles Classic subway tile with dark grout Natural stone textures
5Do you offer cabinet refacing as part of a kitchen update?
Service scope for kitchen facelifts Cost-effective alternatives to full replacement Integration with new tile and flooring
6How do I choose the right grout color for my backsplash?
Matching vs. contrasting Stain resistance considerations Visual impact on pattern
7Is a permit required for kitchen remodeling in New Albany?
Local building code compliance When permits are necessary TAV Construction's role in compliance
8What is the best way to clean my new tile backsplash?
Non-abrasive cleaners Grout sealer importance Daily care tips
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