Tiling is one of those jobs where the difference between good and great is in the detail — level floors, even grout lines, and proper waterproofing that keeps wet areas watertight for years.
TopChoice curates a Top 5 list of trusted, independently reviewed tilers in each city — focused on precision, waterproofing and a clean finish. Choose your location below to see our recommendations.
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The Top 5 tilers in each city cover the full range of work.
Bathroom and wet-area tiling, set out and finished properly.
Kitchen splashbacks and feature tiling.
Indoor and outdoor floor tiling, level and even.
Waterproofing for showers and wet areas before tiling.
Tile repairs, regrouting and resealing.
Tiling for new builds and renovation projects.
TopChoice recommendations are editorially curated by our New Zealand team. Rather than listing every business that pays to appear, we research each local market and shortlist only the tilers who consistently stand out.
We don't host our own reviews. Instead, we draw on public reputation signals from Google and other platforms, alongside the wider research that goes into each list. Every tiler is assessed using a consistent framework that considers factors such as:
Every Top 5 list is reviewed periodically and can change over time as businesses grow, improve, or fall short — so the recommendations stay current and worth trusting.
Before you commit, it pays to ask a few key questions.
For wet areas, confirm waterproofing is part of the job and done to standard.
Confirm whether you or the tiler supplies tiles, adhesive and grout.
Level, sound substrates matter — ask how they prep before tiling.
Confirm set-out, cutting, adhesive, grout, trims and silicone.
Grout colour, sealing and edge finishing all affect the final look.
TopChoice takes a curated approach by limiting each city to just five recommended tilers. This avoids the clutter common in open directories and makes it far easier to compare your options without endless scrolling.
Choosing a tiler can be a big decision — and it's hard to know who to trust. We do the legwork, so you can shortlist quickly and reach out with confidence. Every tiler on our lists is independent, local, and chosen on merit. Featured placements may be available and are clearly labelled, but they never influence the editorial rankings.
Pricing depends on the area, tile size and type, surface prep, waterproofing, and the complexity of the set-out. Get 2–3 quotes with the same scope to compare fairly.
Many do, and for showers and wet areas it is essential. Always confirm waterproofing is included and carried out to the right standard before tiling begins.
You can, and many people do. Just confirm quantities (including extra for cuts and breakages) and who is responsible for adhesive, grout and trims.
We editorially assess local tilers using a consistent framework — public customer reviews and feedback, evidence of workmanship, clarity of service and quoting, professional standards, and communication quality. We don't host our own reviews; rankings reflect real-world reputation drawn from Google and other public sources.
No. Featured placements are available and clearly labelled, but they do not influence the editorial rankings within our Top 5 tilers lists.
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