How much does a tiler cost in Poole?
Experienced tilers for bathroom tiling, kitchen splashbacks, floor tiling, and mosaic work. Precision fitting with quality materials.
Prices by job type · Poole 2026
| Job type | Typical low | Typical high | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom wall tiling | £800 | £2200 | Indicative — final price depends on scope |
| Floor tiling | £450 | £1800 | Indicative — final price depends on scope |
| Kitchen splashback | £250 | £650 | Indicative — final price depends on scope |
| Wet room tiling | £1400 | £3500 | Indicative — final price depends on scope |
| Mosaic feature walls | £600 | £2000 | Indicative — final price depends on scope |
| Tile repair and re-grouting | £150 | £450 | Indicative — final price depends on scope |
| Underfloor heating with tiles | £1800 | £4500 | Indicative — final price depends on scope |
| External patio tiling | £900 | £3200 | Indicative — final price depends on scope |
What affects the price?
Location
Central postcodes typically cost 10–15% more than outer areas due to higher overheads.
Urgency
Emergency and same-day callouts attract a premium of £40–£80 on top of standard rates.
Complexity
Specialist work, structural changes or listed buildings increase labour time and cost.
Certification required
Gas Safe, NICEIC or FENSA-registered work costs more but is legally required for certain jobs.
Prices by area in Poole
| Area | Avg hourly rate | Avg job total |
|---|---|---|
| BH12 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BH13 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BH14 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BH15 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BH16 | £35/hr | £158 |
| BH17 | £35/hr | £158 |
Frequently asked questions
Most tilers in Poole charge £30–£46 per hour. Emergency callouts may add £40–£80 on top. Fixed-price quotes are available for defined jobs.
Tilers registered for VAT (turnover above £85,000) must charge 20% VAT. Sole traders below the threshold are VAT-exempt. Always ask for a VAT-inclusive quote.
Yes — we recommend getting at least 3 quotes. Domifyr makes this easy: submit one request and receive quotes from verified local tilers.
Most tilers ask for no more than 25% upfront, with the balance on completion. Never pay the full amount before work begins.