Tiler Costs in Australia

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Hourly rate

$75/hr

Call-out fee

$95

After-hours

1.5x – 2.0x

Price Ranges

Common tiler jobs & costs

Prices based on Australian market data. Most jobs are quoted as fixed price rather than hourly.

Tile Installation$2,098 – $4,659

Tile type and finish

Area size and layout complexity

Substrate condition and levelling

Waterproofing and penetrations

Timing and site access

Splashback Tiling$1,070 – $2,118

Finish and pattern complexity

Tile supply and sourcing

Substrate condition and removal

Wet-area waterproofing requirements

Call-out fee and labour hours

Regrouting & Resealing$447 – $1,025

Tile and substrate condition

Grout and finish type

Area size and layout complexity

Preparation, tooling and curing time

Need for additional trades or staged work

Shower Tile Repair$325 – $1,205

Severity of leak and waterproofing

Tile matching and sourcing difficulty

Grout, caulk and mould remediation

Substrate condition and access

Need for additional trades or visits

Tile Repair$298 – $919

Substrate condition

Need for waterproofing reinstatement

Extent and number of tiles

Tile supply and match difficulty

Number of visits and drying time

General & other tiling jobs$517 – $3,790

Job scope and area size

Substrate condition and levelling

Waterproofing and wet-area regime

Who supplies the tiles

Timing and access (after-hours/staging)

Prices are indicative and based on typical jobs in Australia. Your actual quote may differ based on specific job requirements. Get a personalised estimate for your job, then matched tradies can reach out to quote.

Licensed trade

Tiler licensing requirements

Tiler work is regulated in Australia. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.

What to look for

Valid state tiling or building licence number displayed on quotes and invoices
ABN with active GST registration
Public liability insurance ($5M minimum)
White Card (construction induction) held by all site workers
Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling (CPC31320) qualification

Requirements by state

Licence requiredConditionalNo licence required

New South WalesVerify

VictoriaVerify

QueenslandVerify

Western AustraliaVerify

South AustraliaVerify

TasmaniaVerify

Northern TerritoryVerify

Australian Capital TerritoryVerify

Common Questions

Tiler pricing FAQ

Do tilers charge call-out fees?

Call-out fees are common to cover attendance and the initial assessment. This fee is usually separate from labour and materials, and small repairs may still attract it. After-hours or emergency visits are often charged at a higher rate, so confirm call-out and availability terms when requesting quotes.

Do tilers need a licence in Australia?

Yes. Tiling work generally requires a licensed tradesperson in all Australian states and territories, and in NSW licences are administered by NSW Fair Trading. Ask to see a valid state tiling or building licence number on quotes or invoices, and look for industry credentials such as Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling, a White Card, public liability insurance and an ABN with active GST registration.

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