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Best Tilers in Christchurch

We assessed 16 tilers in Christchurch 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 271 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 Christchurch

The top 5 tilers in Christchurch are LaserLine Tiling, Tiling Canterbury Tilers, Dangelina Tiling, Gold Moon Tiling, and Canterbury Tiling Plus, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.

  • 1

    LaserLine Tiling Christchurch

    ★ 5.0 135 reviews Top5 Score 164
    5★ 133 4★ 2

    Hire them for kitchen splashbacks and tiled bathrooms where sample matching and design input matter, especially in homes where access or timing around other trades is tight. The team brings grout and sealant samples to site and involves you in colour choices before any work begins.

    Reviews most often describe: Kitchen and bathroom tiling in mid-to-large renovations

    • ✓ Brings grout samples to site for matching
    • ✓ Turns up on agreed day and time
    • ✓ Works around other trades without disrupting access

    location_on 293 Durham Street North, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

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  • 2

    Tiling Canterbury Tilers

    ★ 5.0 24 reviews Top5 Score 141
    5★ 24

    Hire this business when you need tiling completed fast without compromising on finish, often turning quotes into completed work within one or two days. John manages the full scope of tiling projects alone, including helping coordinate other trades on renovation jobs so you're not juggling multiple contractors.

    Reviews most often describe: Kitchen and bathroom tiling within tight renovation timelines

    • ✓ Quote to completion within 24-48 hours
    • ✓ Advises on tile selection and design choices
    • ✓ Handles project coordination across multiple trades
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  • 3

    Dangelina Tiling Ltd

    ★ 5.0 19 reviews Top5 Score 139
    5★ 19

    Hire them for renovation projects where timeline certainty and coordinated tradespeople matter, especially bathrooms and kitchens. Automated pre-visit notification texts let you plan your day around their arrival without back-and-forth.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom and kitchen renovations with strict completion deadlines

    • ✓ Arrives on time as promised
    • ✓ Pre-visit text alerts to site
    • ✓ Final invoice matches original quote

    location_on 34 Stewart Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

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  • 4

    GOLD MOON TILING LTD

    ★ 5.0 19 reviews Top5 Score 139
    5★ 19

    Hire for tiling work where grout colour matching and large-format tile placement matter, as reviewers report receiving specific guidance that transformed their expectations. Jason works around other trades' schedules and completed weekend hours to keep multi-trade projects on track without delay.

    Reviews most often describe: Kitchen and bathroom tiling jobs requiring precision and layout consultation

    • ✓ Consults on grout colour to match tile tone
    • ✓ Cuts and fits complex tile layouts without visible compromise
    • ✓ Adjusts schedule to coordinate around other tradespeople

    location_on 2/441 Madras St Saint, Albans, Christchurch

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  • 5

    Canterbury Tiling Plus

    ★ 4.9 17 reviews Top5 Score 136
    5★ 16 4★ 1

    Hire them if you need tiling completed fast without sacrificing fit around irregular surfaces or coordinating with other trades. Hassan measures and quotes within 24 hours, books jobs within days, and adapts trim cuts to old house lines so seamlessly you cannot see where adjustments were made.

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

    • ✓ Quotes and site visit within 24 hours
    • ✓ Tricky cuts invisible in finished result
    • ✓ Completes quoted work then returns next day for add-ons

    location_on 149 Penruddock Rise, Westmorland, Christchurch

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Before you hire a tiler in Christchurch

Drawn from 140 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 total costs including materials sitting between $100 and $250 per square metre. Splashbacks and wall tiles tend to sit at the lower end, while complex wet areas, large-format tiles, or mosaic work push costs higher due to more cuts and slower installation. Substrate preparation, such as levelling an uneven floor or fixing damaged board, adds cost and is often priced separately. Getting three written quotes that itemise labour, materials, waterproofing, and prep work separately is the most reliable way to compare accurately and avoid bill shock.

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

In New Zealand, wet-area waterproofing must comply with Building Code clause E3 and meet NZS 4858:2004, which sets minimum standards for membrane thickness and upstand heights of at least 100mm in showers. Work involving moisture control in a consented bathroom is restricted building work, meaning a Licensed Building Practitioner must carry it out or supervise it and provide a Record of Work. Once tiles go down, the membrane is completely hidden, so any failure cannot be inspected or repaired without pulling the whole job apart. Ask your tiler for their LBP licence number before work starts, and confirm they will issue a Record of Work, because without it you risk voiding insurance and losing your Code Compliance Certificate.

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

Lippage, where tile edges sit at different heights, is one of the clearest signs of poor workmanship, and you can check it by running your hand across the surface or using a straight edge. Grout lines should be uniform in width and fully filled, with no voids, cracking, or smearing across the tile face. Knock individual tiles gently with your knuckle and listen for a hollow sound, which indicates poor adhesive coverage underneath and a tile that is likely to crack or lift under load.

What are the warning signs of a tiler you shouldn't hire? expand_more
  • –Verbal quotes only, with no written breakdown of labour, materials, prep, and waterproofing as separate line items.
  • –Vague or dismissive answers when you ask who is handling waterproofing and whether they hold an LBP licence.
  • –No mention of setting out the tile layout before starting, which leads to awkward slivers of cut tile in visible corners and doorways.
  • –Unwillingness to level or prepare an uneven substrate before tiling, often framed as unnecessary to keep costs down.
  • –No reference to previous wet-area work or inability to provide photos or references from bathroom or shower projects.
  • –A quote that seems very low compared to others, which in the NZ market often means substrate prep or waterproofing has been left out entirely.
What should you ask before hiring a tiler? expand_more
  • –Ask whether they carry out waterproofing themselves or coordinate it, and confirm they or their waterproofer holds a current LBP licence and will issue a Record of Work.
  • –Ask how they handle an uneven or damaged substrate, and whether levelling or repair work is included in the quote or charged separately.
  • –Ask to see the proposed tile layout or setting-out plan so you can confirm that cut tiles will fall in less visible spots rather than at eye-level or in doorways.
  • –Ask whether tile supply is included in the quote or your responsibility, and if theirs, whether they carry samples of grout and trim so you can see colour options against your tiles before work starts.
  • –Ask what guarantee covers the finished wet-area job and how long they have been operating, since a builder-recommended or repeat-use tiler is lower risk than one with no local track record.

Tilers ranked 6 to 10 in Christchurch

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

  • 6

    Tiling Solution Christchurch

    ★ 5.0 13 reviews Top5 Score 134
    5★ 13

    Hire this business when you need tiling work completed quickly without compromising on finish, often turning around jobs within a day. Naim communicates the work process upfront and explains tiling options before starting, so you know exactly what to expect.

    Reviews most often describe: Kitchen and bathroom tiling, small repairs, renovation splashbacks

    • ✓ Completes regrouting and resealing same day
    • ✓ Explains tiling process before work begins
    • ✓ High-standard finish on new builds and repairs

    location_on 4 Graycliffe Street, Halswell, Christchurch

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  • 7

    A2D Tiling Ltd

    ★ 5.0 11 reviews Top5 Score 132
    5★ 11

    Hire them when you want someone who discusses tile direction, grout, and layout options before starting work rather than just executing a plan. They assign a consistent point of contact who manages communication from quote through to completion.

    Reviews most often describe: New builds and bathroom renovations with custom tile layouts

    • ✓ Meets on site to review tile layout options
    • ✓ Quotes turnaround quickly
    • ✓ Handles heavy furniture moves without disruption

    location_on 2/93 Gasson Street, Sydenham, Christchurch

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  • 8

    Iconic Tiling Limited

    ★ 5.0 10 reviews Top5 Score 130
    5★ 10

    Hire this business for bathroom and kitchen tiling jobs where tricky layouts or finishes demand precision and care. Yasif schedules work to fit your timeline and works weekends to finish on schedule.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom and kitchen renovations needing complex tiling work

    • ✓ Works weekends to meet project deadlines
    • ✓ Handles intricate tile layouts and sealing
    • ✓ Fits jobs in at short notice

    location_on 9 Eglinton Street, Avondale, Christchurch

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  • 9

    Milano Tiling - Christchurch

    ★ 4.7 15 reviews Top5 Score 127
    5★ 13 4★ 1 1★ 1

    Hire for bathroom and kitchen tiling in tight-schedule renovations where communication with other trades matters. They manage imported tile installation and handle both small repairs and large heritage bathroom projects without fuss.

    Reviews most often describe: Tight-deadline renovations needing constant contractor coordination

    • ✓ Keeps pace on crowded job sites
    • ✓ Sourced custom tiles from Italy
    • ✓ Takes on single-room jobs and full renovations

    location_on 3 Carlyle Street, Sydenham, Christchurch

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  • 10

    Handy Tiler Limited

    ★ 4.9 8 reviews Top5 Score 127
    5★ 7 4★ 1

    location_on 11A Hare Street, Ilam, Christchurch

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About this ranking

How are the top tilers in Christchurch chosen? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for tilers in Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. 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 8. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.