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Best Tilers in Auckland

We assessed 23 tilers in Auckland 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 494 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 29 June 2026. How we rank →

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Before you hire

Tiling faults, lippage, uneven grout lines, and failed waterproofing in wet areas, are obvious once finished and expensive to redo. Ask whether they handle waterproofing themselves or coordinate it, how they deal with an uneven substrate, and whether the quote includes setting out so cuts fall in sensible places. Confirm whether tile supply is included or separate.

Top 5 Tilers in Auckland

The top 5 tilers in Auckland are Ray Tiling, Cozy Tiling, Marco Tiling, Magic Tiling, and North Shore Tiling, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.

  • 1

    Ray Tiling

    ★ 5.0 88 reviews Top5 Score 158
    5★ 87 3★ 1

    Hire them for kitchen or bathroom tiling work where you need the job finished quickly without site disruption. They handle estimates accurately, arrange tile supply logistics themselves, and often pass supplier discounts directly to clients.

    Reviews most often describe: Kitchen and bathroom retiling, shower restoration and regrouting

    • ✓ Completes jobs within days of first contact
    • ✓ Cleans site daily and protects surrounding areas
    • ✓ Arranges tile pickup and returns unused stock
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  • 2

    Cozy Tiling

    ★ 5.0 73 reviews Top5 Score 156
    5★ 72 4★ 1

    Hire them for splashback tiling jobs where you need someone who handles tricky surfaces like lockwood homes or irregular handmade tiles without cutting corners. They respond fast to enquiries, book jobs within days, and will adjust finishes to your specific requests like grout colour or rustic tile placement.

    Reviews most often describe: Kitchen and bathroom splashbacks, challenging wall conditions

    • ✓ Handles irregular and rustic tiles
    • ✓ Fixes damage caused by other trades
    • ✓ Responds to weekend enquiries quickly

    location_on 8/8 Shackleton Road, Mount Eden, Auckland

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  • 3

    Marco Tiling Limited

    ★ 5.0 69 reviews Top5 Score 155
    5★ 69

    Hire this tiler for projects where you need someone to flag problems upfront and walk you through solutions rather than just proceed with the job. Marco routinely handles awkward repairs like water-damaged tiles and broken steps that other tilers might turn down, and charges fairly for small jobs that bigger operations won't touch.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom and kitchen tiling, including repairs and water damage

    • ✓ Fixes water-damaged tiles without full removal
    • ✓ Takes on small jobs as seriously as large ones
    • ✓ Keeps worksites tidy and organised

    location_on 32 Kensway Drive, Flat Bush, Auckland

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  • 4

    Magic Tiling Ltd

    ★ 5.0 55 reviews Top5 Score 152
    5★ 55

    Hire this business for bathroom and kitchen tiling work where you want the owner actively overseeing quality and coordinating timing around your schedule. Zack uses specified materials like epoxy grout and Ardex waterproofing on larger jobs, and clients report clean worksites and tidy packing down after each day.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom renovations, kitchen splashbacks, and outdoor patio retiling

    • ✓ Owner onsite during work
    • ✓ Quick quote turnaround
    • ✓ Responds to questions promptly

    location_on 16 Grenadine Place, Unsworth Heights, Auckland

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  • 5

    North Shore Tiling Ltd

    ★ 5.0 45 reviews Top5 Score 150
    5★ 45

    Hire them for bathroom and renovation work where you need someone who shows up on schedule, communicates before problems arise, and finishes within the agreed timeframe. They routinely spot upstream issues like missing shower niches or gib preparation gaps and flag them upfront rather than discovering them mid-job.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom renovations and multi-room tiling projects

    • ✓ Flags design and build issues before starting
    • ✓ Completes jobs in one day when possible
    • ✓ Cleans and seals tiles immediately after finishing

    location_on 118 Kyle Road, Greenhithe, Auckland

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Before you hire a tiler in Auckland

Drawn from 193 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.

What does tiling typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more

Labour alone runs $60 to $150 per square metre for floor tiling, with Auckland sitting toward the upper end of that range. Add materials and the total rises to $100 to $250 per square metre, depending on tile choice and substrate condition. Splashbacks are smaller jobs but attract higher per-metre rates due to fiddly cuts and adhesive work on vertical surfaces. Large-format tiles and mosaics cost more to lay because they demand precise setting out and more time to align correctly.

Who is responsible for waterproofing in a wet area, and why does it matter? expand_more

Waterproofing in showers and wet areas must meet NZ Building Code clause E3 and comply with NZS 4858:2004, which sets minimum membrane thickness and upstand heights of at least 100mm in shower areas. Once tiles go down, the membrane is permanently hidden, so any failure only becomes visible as water damage in framing or ceilings, often long after the job is finished. The work must be carried out or supervised by a Licensed Building Practitioner, who should provide a Record of Work confirming the installation meets code. Ask for that LBP number and Record of Work before tiles go down, not after, because without it you risk voiding insurance and losing the ability to obtain a Code Compliance Certificate.

How do I tell quality tiling from a poor job? expand_more

Run your hand across adjoining tiles and check for lippage, where one tile edge sits higher than its neighbour, as this signals poor bedding or an uneven substrate that was not properly prepared before laying began. Crouch down and sight along grout lines from a low angle to check they are straight and even in width, since inconsistent spacing points to rushed setting out rather than a properly planned tile layout. Tap tiles lightly with a knuckle across the whole surface and listen for a hollow or drummy sound, which indicates inadequate adhesive coverage underneath and a tile that is likely to crack or delaminate over time.

What are the warning signs of a tiler you shouldn't hire? expand_more
  • –Verbal quotes only, with no written breakdown separating labour, materials, waterproofing, and substrate preparation.
  • –No clear answer on who is doing the waterproofing or whether an LBP is involved, particularly for shower enclosures and wet room floors.
  • –Cut tiles placed in the most visible spots, such as the centre of a wall or the entrance of a room, which signals poor setting out before work began.
  • –An unwillingness to assess the substrate before quoting, since tiling over an uneven or damaged surface is a common cause of cracked and hollow tiles.
  • –No mention of waterproof membrane upstands or drying time before tiling, which are non-negotiable steps in any wet-area installation.
  • –Pressure to start immediately without a site visit, as accurate pricing for substrate prep and waterproofing requires a proper inspection first.
What should you ask before hiring a tiler? expand_more
  • –Ask who is responsible for waterproofing, whether they hold an LBP licence, and whether they will provide a Record of Work on completion.
  • –Ask how they assess and deal with an uneven substrate, since the answer tells you whether prep costs are included in the quote or will appear later as extras.
  • –Confirm whether the quote includes setting out, specifically how they plan tile cuts so awkward slivers do not land in prominent positions like doorways or room centres.
  • –Ask whether tile supply is included or priced separately, and if separate, whether they will advise on quantities and wastage allowance for cuts.
  • –Ask what warranty covers the finished wet-area installation and how long the adhesive and grout products they use are rated to last in a shower environment.

Tilers ranked 6 to 10 in Auckland

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

  • 6

    Unic Tiling Ltd

    ★ 5.0 40 reviews Top5 Score 148
    5★ 40

    Hire for jobs where tile layout and visual alignment matter as much as installation, since reviewers consistently noted attention to pattern matching and plumb lines. Tony responds promptly to contact, arrives on time, and coordinates smoothly with other trades on site.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom and kitchen tiling projects requiring precise pattern work

    • ✓ Notices and corrects tile line alignment before grouting
    • ✓ Responds quickly and shows up when promised
    • ✓ Cleans site thoroughly after completion
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  • 7

    Tomba Tiling

    ★ 5.0 34 reviews Top5 Score 146
    5★ 34

    Hire them for jobs requiring precision on difficult surfaces or non-standard layouts, where they'll solve problems on-site without delays or extra costs. They proactively fix issues beyond scope and stay in touch with other trades to keep renovations moving.

    Reviews most often describe: Kitchen and bathroom tiling in multi-trade renovation projects

    • ✓ Works alongside other trades without friction
    • ✓ Solves unusual geometry (circular showers, non-standard angles)
    • ✓ Resolves hidden problems at no extra charge

    location_on 15c Piermark Drive, Albany, Auckland

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  • 8

    Ramon Dings Tiling

    ★ 4.9 39 reviews Top5 Score 145
    5★ 38 1★ 1

    Hire for jobs requiring waterproofing expertise and detailed pattern matching, especially in bathrooms or where existing tiles need removal and remedial work. Offers remedial and waterproofing solutions that go beyond standard tiling, catching issues others would likely miss.

    Reviews most often describe: Complex tiling jobs, bathroom renovations, and tricky pattern work

    • ✓ Proposes solutions for non-standard tile sizes
    • ✓ Waterproofing and remedial work included
    • ✓ Meticulous pattern matching on complex layouts

    location_on 124 Saint Johns Road, St Johns, Auckland

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  • 9

    Tarara Tiling

    ★ 5.0 21 reviews Top5 Score 140
    5★ 21

    Hire them for jobs where tile layout and precision matter, particularly difficult patterns like honeycomb tiles or large commercial work across multiple spaces. They consult directly on design choices with clients and builders, then execute cuts and placement so precisely that even tricky layouts come out with flawless symmetry.

    Reviews most often describe: Complex bathroom and kitchen renovations with tight timelines

    • ✓ Consults on tile layout before starting
    • ✓ Flags cost and quality risks upfront
    • ✓ Coordinates smoothly with other trades on site

    location_on 350 State Highway 16, Kumeū

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  • 10

    Universe tiling limited

    ★ 4.7 30 reviews Top5 Score 139
    5★ 27 4★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 1

    Hire Hwan for bathroom and kitchen splashback work where you want a single point of contact managing the job start to finish without needing to chase progress. He suggests practical finishing details like framed tile strips and will make extra trips to source exact materials to match your vision.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom and kitchen tiling across small to medium projects

    • ✓ Responds quickly to quote requests and site visits
    • ✓ Offers design suggestions during quoting stage
    • ✓ Completes jobs within stated timeframe

    location_on 3/27 Watea Road, Sandringham, Auckland

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About this ranking

How are the top tilers in Auckland chosen? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for tilers in Auckland. 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 29 June 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 tilers in Auckland. 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 21. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.