Best Bathroom Renovators in Tauranga
We assessed 38 bathroom renovators in Tauranga and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The businesses listed below hold 571 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 30 September 2026. How we rank →
Before you hire
A bathroom renovation or remodel involves plumbing, waterproofing, tiling and electrical work, often done by different subcontractors. Ask who is responsible for the design and for coordinating these trades, how waterproofing is done and what standard it meets, and what the process is if something leaks after handover.
Top 5 Bathroom Renovators in Tauranga
The top 5 bathroom renovators in Tauranga are #1 Showerman, #2 Kitchens R Us, #3 Elite Makeovers, #4 Alan Bush Tiling, and #5 Topline Carpenters, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.
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Showerman
★ 4.9 156 reviews Top5 Score 1645★ 145 4★ 10 1★ 1Showerman fits builders and homeowners who need shower installations, glass door fitting, and corner shower solutions turned around without delays. Clients on new builds specifically note that installs land on schedule, and the in-showroom team is noted for tracking down specific fittings like glass shelf supports and brushed nickel hardware rather than steering buyers toward whatever is in stock.
location_on 79 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
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Kitchens R Us Tauranga
★ 4.9 145 reviews Top5 Score 1635★ 133 4★ 9 2★ 1 1★ 2Kitchens R Us guides clients through kitchen cabinet installations, refacing, island bench builds, and drawer additions, finding workable solutions even when window positions or tight spaces complicate the design. Consultants like Lisa and Elisha work through changes of mind and budget constraints without pressure, and the team coordinates tradespeople so clients have one point of contact from design through to installation.
location_on 29 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
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Elite Makeovers
↓ 1★ 5.0 37 reviews Top5 Score 1525★ 36 4★ 1Elite Makeovers covers ensuite makeovers, powder room refreshes, and full bathroom renovations, and multiple clients were so satisfied with the first bathroom completed that they brought the team back to do a second. Regan listens to design changes without frustration, manages communication directly with clients throughout, and steps in to solve unexpected problems rather than leaving them unresolved.
location_on 500 Kaitemako Road, Welcome Bay, Tauranga
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Alan Bush Tiling Contractor
★ 5.0 52 reviews Top5 Score 1515★ 52Alan Bush Tiling takes on shower waterproofing, full bathroom retiles, and urgent leak repairs, including cases where other tilers failed to respond. Alan flags potential issues during the initial quote rather than after work has started, and his waterproofing work carries a 15-year guarantee, which sets a concrete bar for how he stands behind the finish.
location_on 104a Sixteenth Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga
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Topline Carpenters
★ 4.8 44 reviews Top5 Score 1495★ 41 4★ 1 1★ 2Topline Carpenters renovates bathrooms end to end, coordinating plumbers, tilers, and other subcontractors so clients deal with one point of contact throughout. Ricki and Ben are noted for keeping households informed at each stage, minimising disruption during the work, and leaving spaces tidy at the end of each day.
location_on 36 Cameron Road, Tauranga
Before you hire a bathroom renovator in Tauranga
Drawn from 230 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.
What does a bathroom renovation typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more
A basic bathroom refresh, covering cosmetic updates like fixtures and fittings in the same location, starts from around $5,000 to $10,000. A full standard renovation runs between $15,000 and $35,000, while complex or high-end projects can exceed $50,000.
Relocating plumbing or drainage, selecting premium tiles, and adding a wetroom-style shower are the factors most likely to push costs up. Getting at least three itemised quotes lets you compare labour, waterproofing, tiling, and fixture costs separately, so you know exactly what you are paying for each component.
When does a bathroom renovation need a building consent? expand_more
Like-for-like replacement of fixtures such as a toilet, basin, or shower in the same position does not require a building consent in most cases, but the work must still meet the New Zealand Building Code. Consent is required if you are relocating plumbing or drainage, altering the bathroom layout, adding a new bathroom, or removing walls.
Regardless of consent, all plumbing and drainage work is restricted under the Building Act 2004 and must be done by a licensed tradesperson verifiable through the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board. Skipping a required consent can result in fines and create serious complications when you sell the property, so if you are uncertain, check with your local council before any work starts.
How do I know if the waterproofing has been done properly? expand_more
Waterproofing in wet areas must comply with New Zealand Building Code Clause E3 and meet the requirements of NZS 4858:2004, which covers wet area membranes, including minimum upstand heights at wall junctions and around penetrations. One reviewer described discovering a long-running shower leak that had soaked through into adjoining rooms, exactly the kind of damage that follows from failed or inadequate waterproofing behind tiles. Ask to inspect the membrane before tiling goes on, confirm the tradesperson is a Licensed Building Practitioner verifiable through the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment register, and get written confirmation that the membrane meets NZS 4858:2004 and has been applied to manufacturer specifications.
What are the warning signs of a bathroom renovator you shouldn't hire? expand_more
- –Quotes given verbally or without itemised breakdowns, making it impossible to hold anyone to a price later
- –Cutting materials outside the front door and walking through the house in work boots, as noted in one negative review, points to carelessness that carries through to the finished work
- –Glue failures and corners coming away on a newly installed shower are a sign that waterproofing and adhesion steps were rushed or skipped
- –Work left incomplete across multiple rooms with no clear resolution timeline is a serious red flag on larger projects
- –Inability to pay subcontractors or suppliers, flagged in one review that ended up in collections proceedings, suggests financial instability that can stall your project mid-build
- –Renovators who go quiet once the deposit is paid and stop responding to progress questions should not be trusted to manage a project involving multiple trades
What should you ask before hiring a bathroom renovator? expand_more
- –Ask whether they manage all trades directly or subcontract, and if they subcontract, ask for the names and licence details of those tradespeople so you can verify them independently
- –Ask specifically who will obtain any required building consents and who carries liability if the work is found to be non-compliant later
- –Ask for a fixed-price or clearly itemised quote in writing, and confirm what triggers any variation clauses so unexpected costs cannot be added freely
- –Ask what happens if hidden problems are uncovered once walls or floors are opened, since older Tauranga homes in particular can reveal moisture damage, drainage issues, or substandard previous work
- –Ask how long the bathroom will be out of use and get that timeframe confirmed in the contract, because some projects reviewed here dragged well beyond promised completion dates
- –Ask to see evidence of current Licensed Building Practitioner status or relevant trade licences before signing anything
Also recommended bathroom renovators in Tauranga
Ranked 6 to 10 on the same public review record.
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Straight Up Builders | Tauranga
★ 5.0 38 reviews Top5 Score 1475★ 38Straight Up Builders strips out and rebuilds bathrooms, kitchens, and windows as part of full interior renovations, coordinating tilers, electricians, plumbers, and plasterers under one team. Clients managing the project from another city received regular photo updates and were contacted for decisions at each stage, so the job progressed without needing them on site.
location_on 81 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
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Fairbairn Builders
↓ 4★ 5.0 36 reviews Top5 Score 1475★ 36Fairbairn Builders takes on full bathroom transformations, from floor-to-ceiling tile replacements and ensuite rebuilds to knocking rooms together into a single luxurious space. Jamie brings genuine input on style choices before decisions are locked in, and every tradesperson on site is held to the same exacting standard he applies to his own work.
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Refresh Renovations Tauranga - Sharon Giblett
↓ 4★ 4.9 24 reviews Top5 Score 1405★ 22 4★ 1 3★ 1Refresh Renovations Tauranga coordinates all trades, design decisions, and scheduling under one project manager, covering bathroom renovations, kitchen fitouts, and full home modernisation. Sharon is known for helping clients choose tiles, colours, vanities, and shower configurations, then following through to make sure tradies arrive on time and the finished result lands within budget.
location_on 12b Simpson Road, Papamoa, Tauranga
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Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Tauranga
↓ 4★ 5.0 20 reviews Top5 Score 1395★ 20Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Tauranga transforms dated bathrooms, handling everything from replacing old baths and fittings to full cosmetic overhauls, with costs finishing at or below the original quote. Matt and the team are known for communicating every adjustment as work progresses and for suggesting practical, budget-conscious ideas that clients had not thought to ask for.
location_on 46 Levers Road, Otūmoetai, Tauranga
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CCA Projects
★ 5.0 19 reviews Top5 Score 1385★ 19CCA Projects handles interior door installations, kitchen cabinetry, fencing, decking, and general home renovations, with Clyde known for responding to urgent callouts even after hours. Clients across multiple jobs note he keeps people informed at each stage, turns up when he says he will, and works through tricky fixes rather than leaving problems unresolved.
location_on 19 Jacinda Close, Pyes Pa, Tauranga
About this ranking
What the 10 bathroom renovators listed above hold, at the 30 September 2026 check.
We first assessed bathroom renovators in Tauranga in March 2026 and have rechecked the ranking four times since. Two different businesses have held first place; Showerman has held it since September 2026. Elite Makeovers has been in the top 5 at every check. Across the 14 locations we assess bathroom renovators in, the 137 businesses listed have a median rating of 5.0, and one-star reviews are 1.5% of their total.
What has changed since March 2026? expand_more
- Sep 2026
Scoring method updated. New first place: Showerman. Showerman returned to the top 5 at #1. Kitchens R Us entered the top 5 at #2. Alan Bush Tiling entered the top 5 at #4. Straight Up Builders, Fairbairn Builders and CCA Projects entered the list.
- Aug 2026
- Jun 2026
Scoring method updated. Topline Carpenters entered the top 5, up from #6.
- May 2026
- Mar 2026
First check.
How are the top bathroom renovators in Tauranga chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for bathroom renovators in Tauranga. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out, and a business whose main Google category is a different trade is held back until a person has checked what it does. A business whose website no longer resolves and that has had no Google review for six months is treated as dormant and left off the page until either changes. Every category and city is rechecked on a rolling cycle, about every two to three months. A location with a subscribing business is rechecked every month, and the whole page updates with it. See how we rank for the full method.
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We build this page from Google Maps results for bathroom renovators in Tauranga. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. Sometimes we miss a business that should be here. Check where you rank first. If you are not there and think you should be, get in touch.