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Best Plasterers in Tauranga

We assessed 15 plasterers in Tauranga and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The 10 listed below hold 154 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 15 August 2026. How we rank →

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Before you hire

The quality of plastering and GIB stopping shows up under paint and raking light, so a smooth finish is what you are paying for. Ask what level of finish is quoted, whether the price includes sanding and clean-up, and how they handle dust control inside an occupied home. Get the scope in writing, as small jobs are often quoted verbally and then dispute the extent of the work.

Top 5 Plasterers in Tauranga

The top 5 plasterers in Tauranga are East Coast Plastering, Ultimate Coatings, Castro Plastering, Tauranga Plaster and Paint, and Torres Plastering & Painting, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.

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    East Coast Plastering

    ↑ 1 verified Verified
    ★ 5.0 24 reviews +1 Top5 Score 144 +1
    5★ 24

    East Coast Plastering takes on house replastering, exterior rendering, plaster cladding repairs, and recladding, treating small and large jobs with the same level of care. Claire handles quoting and communication with itemised, transparent pricing, while Danny and the crew are known for spotting and correcting existing problems before finishing the work.

    Reviews most often describe: Residential plastering where finish quality is non-negotiable

    • ✓ Quotes are fully itemised and clearly explained from the start
    • ✓ Existing plaster faults identified and fixed before new work proceeds
    • ✓ Small jobs given the same attention to detail as large projects

    location_on 714 B Taumata Road, Omanawa schedule Mon–Sat 8am–5pm · Sun Closed

    call 020 476 5474 map Map
  • 2

    Ultimate Coatings

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    ★ 4.7 40 reviews Top5 Score 143
    5★ 36 4★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 2

    Ultimate Coatings carries out exterior plaster repairs, crack remediation, texture spraying, and Hardie board replacement, with a project manager and colour specialist coordinating each job from quote through to completion. Reviewers specifically note that repaired areas blend seamlessly with surrounding surfaces, and that site managers keep clients updated at each stage without needing to be chased.

    Reviews most often describe: Exterior plaster repairs blending seamlessly with existing surfaces

    • ✓ Repaired plaster areas matched to blend with existing exterior finish
    • ✓ Dedicated office staff coordinate communication throughout the job
    • ✓ Site manager provides progress updates without clients needing to follow up

    location_on 2/38 Ashley Place, Papamoa Beach, Tauranga

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  • 3

    Castro Plastering 'N More

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    ★ 4.9 27 reviews Top5 Score 141
    5★ 26 1★ 1

    Castro Plastering gets new gib, ceiling work, and skim plastering over difficult surfaces finished on time, even when wallpaper removal leaves walls in poor condition. Everton works around trade delays and shifting start dates without complaint, and has been known to work late to keep a job on track for other tradespeople.

    Reviews most often describe: Renovations with tricky scheduling or challenging surfaces

    • ✓ Quoted quickly and started within days on multiple jobs
    • ✓ Adapts to rescheduled dates caused by other trades running late
    • ✓ Skims over problem walls where wallpaper removal was incomplete

    location_on 30 Barbara Grove, Papamoa, Tauranga

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  • 4

    Tauranga Plaster and Paint Ltd.

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    ★ 5.0 16 reviews Top5 Score 136
    5★ 16

    Tauranga Plaster and Paint covers new ceiling plastering, interior plaster trim, exterior replastering, and plaster repair and maintenance across residential homes, including ex-rentals needing significant work before move-in. Brendon coordinates jobs personally, and reviewers note crews turn up when stated, leave sites tidy, and finish within required timeframes without prompting.

    Reviews most often describe: Whole-house plaster makeovers with repeat client relationships

    • ✓ Crews arrive on the day stated and finish within agreed timeframes
    • ✓ Repaired and replastered exteriors described as looking brand new
    • ✓ Multiple clients return to book further plastering work on same property

    location_on 83 Newton Street, Tauranga South, Tauranga

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  • 5

    Torres Plastering & Painting

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    ★ 4.8 12 reviews Top5 Score 130
    5★ 10 4★ 2

    Torres Plastering & Painting covers exterior plaster fence replacement, fireplace surround installation, and repair work on both interior and exterior surfaces, using current materials specifically chosen to prevent cracking and leaking. Felipe and Renan are noted for thorough preparation and surface protection before starting, and for spotting additional issues during a job and resolving them without being asked.

    Reviews most often describe: Repair and replacement jobs needing watertight, crack-free results

    • ✓ Completes jobs on time without needing client follow-up
    • ✓ Uses current materials to prevent future cracking and leaking
    • ✓ Identifies additional repair needs and sorts them during the job
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Before you hire a plasterer in Tauranga

Drawn from 113 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.

What does plastering and GIB stopping typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more

Labour for stopping and finishing plasterboard walls runs between $15 and $35 per square metre, depending on the number of coats and the finish level required. Pricing by the sheet is also common, with rates from $25 to $60 per sheet based on complexity and site conditions. Ceilings cost more than walls due to the physical difficulty, and repair work on existing surfaces often costs more per square metre than new stopping on fresh GIB. A Level 5 skim-coat finish can add 20 to 40 percent to the plastering portion of a job compared with a standard Level 4 finish.

What level of finish should I ask for, and what does it mean? expand_more

Level 4 is the standard residential finish, involving taping, two coats of stopping compound, and sanding, and it suits most rooms under normal lighting with low-sheen paint. Level 5 adds a full skim coat across the entire surface and is worth specifying in rooms with raking light from large windows, or wherever you plan to use high-gloss or semi-gloss paint, because strong light will expose even minor surface irregularities. The finish level directly affects price, so specifying it in writing before work starts protects you from disputes about what was quoted. Reviews here praise plasterers who produce crisp, flat surfaces that complement the following trades, which is a practical way to judge whether the level delivered matches what was agreed.

How do I tell good plastering from a rushed job? expand_more

Run a strong torch or LED work light at a low angle across the finished surface before painting starts, because raking light will reveal any raised joints, ridges over screw heads, or hollow spots that sanding has not fully addressed. Reviewers here specifically praised work that produced clean, crisp lines and surfaces that sat flat even on walls that were out of plumb or poorly fixed, which signals a plasterer who does not cut corners on coats or sand-back. Dust control and site tidiness are also reliable indicators of care, with multiple reviewers noting that the best operators protected surrounding areas and cleaned up thoroughly, while a dusty, ungated site suggests the same lack of attention is probably in the wall finish too.

What are the warning signs of a plasterer you shouldn't hire? expand_more
  • –Recurring cracks in exterior plaster after repair is a serious red flag, as one negative review described cracking happening a third time with no offer to remedy it.
  • –Poor communication that leads to confusing you with a different client is a sign of disorganised business practices that will likely affect your job too.
  • –Refusing to return and fix defects after the problem has been clearly documented is a breach of the reasonable workmanship standard expected under the Building Act 2004.
  • –A plasterer who does not provide a written quote leaves you exposed to scope disputes once work is underway.
  • –Skipping coats or rushing the sand-back will show up once paint is applied, especially under natural light, and by then the plasterer may be difficult to reach.
What should you ask before hiring a plasterer? expand_more
  • –Ask which finish level is included in the quote, Level 4 or Level 5, and get the answer in writing so there is no dispute after painting reveals surface flaws.
  • –Confirm whether sanding, dust containment, and site clean-up are included, particularly if the home is occupied during the work.
  • –Ask for a fixed written quote rather than a rough estimate, and clarify what variations would trigger additional charges.
  • –Find out the expected timeline between the final coat and when the surface is ready for painting, since stopping compound needs adequate drying time between coats.
  • –Ask how they handle defects found after painting begins, and whether a callback inspection is part of their standard process.
  • –Check whether they have done similar work, repair versus new GIB, or exterior plaster versus interior stopping, since the skills involved differ meaningfully.

Plasterers ranked 6 to 10 in Tauranga

They scored below the top 5 on the same public review record.

  • 6

    Plaster Scene Interiors Limited

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    ★ 5.0 9 reviews Top5 Score 128
    5★ 9

    Plaster Scene covers new gib stopping, skim coating over existing walls, and plaster repairs, including remediation of out-of-plumb and poorly fixed gib on renovation projects. Jake and the crew are known for working around last-minute variations on site without disrupting other trades, and for producing crisp, clean lines that set following trades up well.

    Reviews most often describe: Multi-project clients needing consistent finish across every job

    • ✓ Skim coating and stopping completed on the same project together
    • ✓ Shows up on agreed dates and adapts to last-minute on-site changes
    • ✓ Trusted across multiple projects by builders and housing company owners

    location_on 433 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui

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    Hole in the wall plasterers,Tauranga

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    ★ 5.0 8 reviews +2 Top5 Score 127 +4
    5★ 8

    Hole in the Wall is Roger's solo operation covering wall repairs, bathroom plastering, and both interior and exterior surface patching, with jobs typically completed across a few days. He keeps clients informed when timing shifts even slightly, which sets him apart from most one-person trades where communication drops off once a job is booked.

    Reviews most often describe: Urgent short-notice jobs needing a dependable one-person operator

    • ✓ Takes on urgent short-notice jobs and still delivers strong results
    • ✓ Contacts clients proactively when running even slightly late
    • ✓ Fairly priced for multi-area jobs combining repairs and full replastering

    location_on Tauranga South, Tauranga

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  • 8

    Your Mate Plaster And Paint

    ★ 5.0 7 reviews Top5 Score 125
    5★ 7

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    location_on Otūmoetai, Tauranga

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  • 9

    Mount Plasterers

    ★ 5.0 6 reviews Top5 Score 123
    5★ 6

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    location_on 138 Gloucester Road, Mount Maunganui

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  • 10

    Evance Plastering

    ★ 5.0 5 reviews Top5 Score 121
    5★ 5

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    location_on 2 Oakland Way, Welcome Bay, Tauranga

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About this ranking

How are the top plasterers in Tauranga chosen? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for plasterers 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. See how we rank for the full method.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Every category and city is recrawled on a rolling cycle, about once a month. This page was last checked on 15 August 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verifying a business is free. A subscription adds a website link on the card, a public profile page, and competitor and ranking history in the owner's dashboard, none of which affects ranking position. See what a subscription includes.

Why isn't my business listed? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for plasterers 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. At the last update, the smallest review count among the 10 businesses listed here was 5. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.