A well-tiled bathroom or floor lasts decades, but only if the waterproofing beneath it is done right and the tiles are set out with care. In Dunedin's cold climate, heated tiled floors are a favourite, and the best tilers pair certified waterproofing with precise, durable workmanship.
This page highlights the Top 5 tilers in Dunedin and Otago, based on independent research into reputation, workmanship, waterproofing certification and consistency across past projects.
The top 5 tilers in Dunedin are 1. John Grave Tiling, 2. Tiling Plus, 3. Tile Installation Specialists, 4. Ashton & Sons, 5. Wrens. Below we explain why each made the list, compare them at a glance, and share how to choose.
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With over 40 years in the trade, John Grave Tiling is a trusted name across Dunedin, Mosgiel and Otago, and a Mapei-approved waterproofer for wet-floor bathrooms, ensuites and tiled walk-in showers.
Tiling Plus is led by a German-trained tiler with 20+ years' experience and certified waterproofing, the clear choice for premium materials, natural stone and feature work, backed by a 5-year workmanship guarantee.
Based in Dunedin Central, TISL's team is BCITO qualified or on apprenticeship, with the project manager having completed over 1,800 tiling jobs across Otago, a strong fit for quality residential and commercial work.
Family-owned Ashton & Sons offers professional tiling alongside resin floor coatings, and has won House of the Year and Bathroom Master Builder Awards, a sign of award-level workmanship.
Established in 1896, Wrens is one of Otago's largest tiling contractors and a member of the Master Plasterers and Tilers Association, handling everything from small home repairs to large commercial builds.
A quick comparison of our Top 5 picks.
| Tiler | Best for |
|---|---|
| John Grave Tiling | Long-experienced bathroom tiling and waterproofing |
| Tiling Plus | Premium natural-stone and feature tiling |
| Tile Installation Specialists | Qualified, high-volume residential and commercial tiling |
| Ashton & Sons | Award-standard bathroom tiling and renovations |
| Wrens | Established contractor for jobs of any size |
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TopChoice rankings are editorially curated by our New Zealand team and reviewed periodically. We don't host our own reviews. Our shortlists draw on public reputation signals from Google and other platforms, alongside our own research into each tiler. We weigh up a combination of:
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The most important part of any wet-area tiling job is the part you'll never see: the waterproofing membrane beneath the tiles. In Dunedin, bathroom and shower waterproofing should be carried out by a certified applicator who can issue a PS3 producer statement for council compliance, ask about this before you book, as it protects your home and matters at resale.
Dunedin's cold winters make heated tiled floors popular, and tiling is the natural time to install them. Beyond that, judge a tiler on setting-out: even grout lines, floors laid with correct falls to the drain, clean cuts and tidy silicone. Natural stone and feature work add complexity, so check the tiler has done similar work and ask to see examples.
Tiling is generally priced per square metre, but rates vary with tile size, layout, surface preparation and whether waterproofing is needed. Large-format tiles, natural stone and detailed patterns cost more to lay. Ask for a quote that separates tiling, waterproofing and any substrate work.
For wet-area waterproofing, a PS3 producer statement from a certified applicator is commonly required for council sign-off on consented bathroom work. Using a tiler who can author one avoids delays, confirm they're registered before the job begins.
Dunedin's cold winters make heated tiled floors a popular choice, and tiling is the ideal time to install electric underfloor heating mats. Raise it at the quoting stage so the heating, substrate and waterproofing can be planned together rather than retrofitted later.
Sometimes, if the existing tiles are sound, well bonded and floor levels allow it, but in wet areas fresh waterproofing is usually needed, which means stripping back. A good Dunedin tiler will assess the substrate and advise whether to overlay or remove first.
Most bathrooms take several days to a week or more, because waterproofing membranes and tile adhesive each need curing time before the next stage. Dunedin's cooler temperatures can extend these drying times, so allow for them in your renovation plan.
Yes, though natural stone and large-format or feature tiles need extra skill in cutting, setting-out and sealing. If your project uses premium materials, choose a tiler with specific stone and feature-tile experience and ask to see examples of similar completed work.
Editorial disclosure: TopChoice is an independent editorial platform. Some pages may include clearly labelled featured placements for additional visibility. Featured placements do not influence rankings within our Top 5 lists.
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