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Tilers in Galway

Find verified, insured tilers in Galway. Every tradesperson on TradesHero is vetted — government ID checked, tax clearance confirmed, and public liability insurance verified (min. €2.6m). Post your job free and get quotes from professionals who actually show up.

Galway blends a fast-growing university city with the wild expanse of Connemara and the fertile plains of the east. Housing spans compact city apartments, commuter estates in Oranmore and one-off homes across the Gaeltacht.

Local demand: The city's student and tech population fuels renovation and rental upgrades, while Connemara's exposed builds need serious roofing, rendering and heating work.

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What Galway homeowners hire tilers for

Tilers fit ceramic, porcelain and natural-stone tiles to walls and floors — most often in bathrooms, kitchens and hallways. The craft is in the preparation and setting-out: level substrates, correct adhesives, waterproofing wet areas and crisp, even grout lines. Poor tiling shows immediately and fails fast, so experience really matters.

What to check before hiring a tiler in Galway

Credentials that matter
  • Safe PassStandard Irish site-safety card.
  • Waterproofing / tanking know-howEssential for wet rooms and showers — ask how they tank.
  • Public liability insuranceMin. €2.6m cover on every Hero Verified tiler.
How to hire well
  • For showers and wet rooms, ask specifically how they'll waterproof (tank) behind the tiles.
  • Order 10–15% extra tiles for cuts, breakages and future repairs.
  • Check they'll set out tiles to avoid thin slivers at edges — a mark of a careful tiler.

Tiler prices in Galway — 2026 guide

Indicative 2026 ranges. Large-format, mosaic and natural-stone tiles cost more to fit. Substrate prep and waterproofing add to wet-area jobs.

Typical JobIndicative Cost
Wall tiling (per m²)€35–€60
Floor tiling (per m²)€40–€70
Full bathroom tiling (labour)€1,200–€3,000
Wet-room tanking & tiling€2,000–€4,500

Tilers across Galway

Verified tilers on TradesHero cover Galway including Galway City, Tuam, Ballinasloe, Loughrea, Clifden and Oranmore. Post your job free and available trades near you will be in touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a tiler cost in Galway?+
Costs vary by job size and complexity. TradesHero lets you post your job for free and receive quotes from verified tilers in Galway, so you can compare prices before committing.
How do I find a reliable tiler in Galway?+
Every tradesperson on TradesHero goes through a four-point verification check: government ID, tax clearance, public liability insurance (min. €2.6m), and trade registration where applicable. Post your job free and only hear from verified, insured professionals.
Are TradesHero tilers in Galway insured?+
Yes. All Hero Verified tradespeople on TradesHero hold valid public liability insurance of at least €2.6 million and have their tax clearance confirmed with Irish Revenue. We verify this before the badge is awarded.
How quickly can I get a tiler in Galway?+
Post your job and tradespeople in Galway can view and quote within hours. Many jobs receive their first contact the same day. Response time depends on availability in your area and the nature of the work.
Is it free to post a job on TradesHero?+
Yes — posting a job on TradesHero is completely free for homeowners and businesses. You describe your job, we match it with verified tilers in Galway, and they contact you directly.
Can a tiler in Galway tile over existing tiles?+
Sometimes — if the existing tiles are sound, flat and well-bonded, tiling over them is possible with the right primer. But for wet areas or uneven walls, removing the old tiles and starting fresh gives a far more reliable result. A Galway tiler will assess and advise.
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