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Best Tilers in Napier and Hastings

We assessed 10 tilers in Napier and Hastings and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume, and how recent the reviews are. How we rank →

Last updated: 15 Jul 2026

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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 Napier and Hastings

The top 5 tilers in Napier and Hastings are Tile Warehouse, Napier Ceramic Tiles, Tile Depot, Inspire Tiling, and Tile Shed, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.

  • 1

    Tile Warehouse Hastings

    ★ 4.8 58 reviews Top5 Score 149
    5★ 51 4★ 6 1★ 1

    Tile Warehouse Hastings steers clients toward tile choices they end up genuinely pleased with, including suggesting colours or combinations the client had not considered. When a job scope grows mid-project, staff track down additional matching stock and recalculate quantities without the client having to chase.

    Reviews most often describe: Homeowners selecting tiles for bathrooms or builds

    • ✓ Locates extra stock mid-project
    • ✓ Suggests design options on the spot
    • ✓ Calculates quantities for you

    location_on 514 Omahu Road, Hastings

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  • 2

    Napier Ceramic Tiles

    ★ 4.8 32 reviews Top5 Score 141
    5★ 27 4★ 4 1★ 1

    Napier Ceramic Tiles works through large, complex tile selections with clients, covering floors, pools, pavers, and coping across entire builds. Staff will store tiles on your behalf and help load your truck when collection day comes.

    Reviews most often describe: New builds and large projects needing full tile selection

    • ✓ Tiles stored until you need them
    • ✓ Honest product advice given
    • ✓ Competitive pricing on stock

    location_on 94 Taradale Road, Onekawa, Napier

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  • 3

    Tile Depot Napier

    ★ 4.6 41 reviews Top5 Score 139
    5★ 31 4★ 8 1★ 2

    Tile Depot Napier steps in when plans fall apart, sourcing a replacement tiler the next day when a customer's original one pulled out. Staff also go beyond the sale, hunting down specific colour matches and connecting customers to resources they could not find themselves.

    Reviews most often describe: Homeowners needing tiles and installer referrals fast

    • ✓ Same-day tiler referrals arranged
    • ✓ Tiles sourced and delivered within two days
    • ✓ Staff match colours outside their own range

    location_on 82 Taradale Road, Onekawa, Napier

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  • 4

    Inspire Tiling

    ★ 4.9 23 reviews Top5 Score 139
    5★ 22 2★ 1

    Inspire Tiling gets bathroom and pool tiling jobs done to a finish level that clients describe as flawless, across a wide range of project types. Darlan has taken on flood and cyclone repair work specifically, rebuilding tiled areas after major water damage when homeowners needed practical expertise fast.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom, kitchen, and pool tiling renovations

    • ✓ Prompt, clear written quotes
    • ✓ Travels to regional locations
    • ✓ Tidy worksite on completion

    location_on 210a Kennedy Road, Onekawa, Napier

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  • 5

    Tile Shed Limited

    ★ 4.6 38 reviews Top5 Score 138
    5★ 29 4★ 5 3★ 2 1★ 2

    Tile Shed Limited turns vague design ideas into concrete tile selections, working through layouts and placement options with clients in the showroom. Staff like Victoria have stepped in to rescue projects mid-renovation, recommending specific tiles that matched a client's vision when earlier attempts had failed.

    Reviews most often describe: Homeowners designing kitchens, bathrooms, or laundries

    • ✓ Layout drawings done in-store
    • ✓ Stock arrival dates quoted accurately
    • ✓ Concept developed from scratch with client

    location_on 201 Eastbourne Street West, Hastings

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Before you hire a tiler in Napier and Hastings

Common themes, pricing patterns, and watch-outs drawn from customer reviews and independent research.

What does tiling typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more

Labour for floor tiling in New Zealand runs between $60 and $150 per square metre. Once tiles, adhesive, and grout are added, the total rises to $100 to $250 per square metre. Wall tiling and splashbacks sit at the lower end, as substrate prep is usually simpler and areas are smaller. Large-format tiles, mosaics, and pattern layouts cost more because they take longer to set out and cut accurately.

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

Waterproofing in shower and wet areas must meet New Zealand Building Code clause E3, and work requiring consent must involve a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP). Once tiles go down, the membrane underneath cannot be inspected, so any failure means lifting the entire floor or wall to fix it. The building owner carries ultimate responsibility for code compliance, but an LBP who does the work incorrectly can be pursued through the Building Practitioners Board. Ask for your tiler's LBP licence number before work starts, and confirm they will provide a Record of Work so your Code Compliance Certificate is not at risk.

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

Lippage, where tile edges sit at different heights, is the clearest sign of poor workmanship and can be felt underfoot or seen in raking light. Grout lines should be even in width and free of gaps or cracking, and cuts at edges and corners should be planned so no slivers appear in prominent spots. Tap tiles with a coin after the adhesive cures: a hollow or drummy sound indicates poor adhesive coverage underneath, which leads to cracking over time.

What are the warning signs of a tiler you shouldn't hire? expand_more
  • –Verbal quotes only, with no written breakdown of labour, materials, and waterproofing costs.
  • –No clear answer about who carries out and certifies the waterproofing, or no mention of LBP involvement.
  • –A plan to tile over an uneven or damaged substrate without addressing it first, as one reviewer noted new tiles were laid over swollen and damaged flooring without discussion.
  • –Awkward or very thin cuts placed in visible areas like door entries or bath edges, suggesting poor setting out.
  • –Unwillingness to share a licence number or confirm a Record of Work will be issued for wet-area work.
  • –A pattern of not showing up on agreed days without advance notice, which points to scheduling and communication problems.
What should you ask before hiring a tiler? expand_more
  • –Ask whether they hold an LBP licence for wet-area work or whether a licensed waterproofer will be engaged separately, and confirm a Record of Work will be issued.
  • –Ask how they will handle the existing substrate: will it be removed, built up, or tiled over, and what does that mean for floor height at doorways.
  • –Ask whether the quote includes setting out, so that cuts fall symmetrically and slivers are avoided in prominent positions.
  • –Ask whether tile supply is included in the price or whether you source them separately, since lead times and quantity calculations affect the project schedule.
  • –Ask what happens if tiles from the same batch are unavailable mid-job, and whether they will manage reordering or leave that to you.

More top tilers in Napier and Hastings

The next five highest-scoring tilers in Napier and Hastings. Worth considering if your first choices aren't available.

  • 6

    GS Tiling & Renovation

    ★ 5.0 16 reviews Top5 Score 136
    5★ 16

    GS Tiling & Renovation takes on multi-room tiling projects, covering kitchens, ensuites, and full bathrooms in a single engagement. Tile selection guidance is part of the process, with the team helping clients choose materials suited to both their style and long-term durability.

    Reviews most often describe: Full bathroom and kitchen tiling renovations

    • ✓ Floor-to-ceiling tile installs
    • ✓ Short-notice availability
    • ✓ Guides tile selection on-site
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    Square Up Tiling

    ★ 5.0 16 reviews Top5 Score 136
    5★ 16

    Square Up Tiling turns around full bathroom tiles and splashback installs on schedule, including urgent jobs where timing is critical. Crew members have stayed until 8pm to finish tiling before Christmas, so clients are not left mid-job over a holiday break.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom and splashback tiling with tight deadlines

    • ✓ Stays late to meet deadlines
    • ✓ Takes on urgent tiling requests
    • ✓ On-budget completion confirmed by clients

    location_on 111 King Street North, St Leonards, Hastings

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  • 8

    Nash tiling

    ★ 5.0 6 reviews Top5 Score 124
    5★ 6

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    location_on Westminster Avenue, Tamatea, Taradale

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    Prime Tiling Contractors

    ★ 5.0 4 reviews Top5 Score 119
    5★ 4

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    location_on 50 Waterhouse Street, Taradale, Napier

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    Suave Tiling Co Limited

    ★ 5.0 4 reviews Top5 Score 119
    5★ 4

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About this ranking

How are Napier and Hastings's top Tilers chosen? expand_more

We assess every Tilers business in Napier and Hastings against public ratings and review data using a consistent, published method. See how we rank for the full methodology. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-based and cannot be purchased. At the last update, scores in the top 5 ranged from 138 to 149 points.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Rankings are refreshed regularly. This list was last updated in 15 July 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. Verified businesses may be able to update their listing details in future, but this will never affect ranking positions.

Why isn't my Tilers business listed? expand_more

We pull from local search results for each category and city. If you're missing, the most common reasons are an incorrect Google Business category or too few recent reviews. At the last update, the lowest-ranked business in the top 10 had 4 reviews. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.