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    Kangaroo Island · SA 5223

    Tilers in Cape Borda

    Whether it is a tired shower, a new kitchen or a complete floor, SA Tiling Pro delivers professional tiling on Kangaroo Island. We measure up on site in Cape Borda, explain the options and put everything in writing before work starts.

    Postcode
    SA 5223
    Licensed
    Fully insured
    Quotes
    Free, itemised
    Experience
    20+ years
    Services

    Tiling services in Cape Borda

    Everything from a splashback to a full commercial fit-out, delivered to Cape Borda and the wider Kangaroo Island area.

    Renovations

    Bathroom renovations in Cape Borda

    A full bathroom renovation in Cape Borda is one of the most common jobs we quote. SA Tiling Pro manages the whole project: strip-out, coordination of licensed plumbers and electricians, screeds and waterproofing to AS 3740, floor and wall tiling, fit-off of screens, mirrors and accessories, and the licensed plumber fitting off vanities, toilets and tapware.

    Most renovations take two to four weeks. We keep the rest of the house usable, clean up daily and give you a written, itemised quote before any demolition starts.

    Renovated bathroom with stone-look wall tiles, a walk-in shower and a wall-hung vanity, the kind of finish available to Cape Borda homes
    Local knowledge

    Tiling homes and businesses in Cape Borda

    Every home in Cape Borda is different, which is why we quote on site rather than over the phone. Seeing the substrate, the drainage and the existing finishes lets us give you an accurate price and a realistic timeframe.

    Kingscote has a mix of older weatherboard and brick homes alongside newer builds, while the coastal settlements at Emu Bay, American River and Penneshaw have many holiday houses and shacks. Inland around Parndana, farmhouses date from the post-war soldier settlement scheme, and a number of homes across the island are recent rebuilds following the 2019-20 bushfires.

    Coordinating with other trades in Cape Borda

    Tiling depends on what comes before it, so we confirm with the plumber, the waterproofer and the builder that the substrate, the falls and the rough-in are right before we start. That way the job in Cape Borda does not stall on site waiting for someone else.

    Tiling around an occupied home in Cape Borda

    Most of our residential work happens while people are living in the house, so we seal off the work area, keep dust down and let you know each day what is happening next. If the house has one bathroom, we plan the sequence so it is out of action for the shortest time we can manage.

    About Cape Borda

    Cape Borda (postcode 5223) is part of the Kangaroo Island region, a ferry ride from Cape Jervis. SA Tiling Pro is Adelaide based and services Cape Borda along with nearby Bay of Shoals, Birchmore, Brownlow Ki.

    Things we consider on Kangaroo Island

    • Bushfire rebuilds and new construction

      Much of the island is bushfire-prone and many homes have been rebuilt since the 2019-20 fires. Wet areas in these new builds are waterproofed to AS 3740 and floors are set out to suit the new slab or sheet flooring, with movement joints placed as AS 3958.1 recommends.

    • Slip ratings for wet feet

      Holiday houses and accommodation see sandy, wet feet coming in from the beach. Pool surrounds, outdoor showers, verandahs and entries should use tiles with an appropriate AS 4586 slip rating rather than a polished finish.

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    How it works

    What a tiling job in Cape Borda looks like

    The work itself follows a fixed order: preparation, waterproofing where it applies, tiling, grouting, sealing and clean-up. We check each stage before moving to the next, because a level floor and a dry membrane are far easier to get right than to fix.

    1. 01

      Get in touch

      Call or send the quote form with a few details about the space and the tiles you have in mind.

    2. 02

      On-site quote

      We measure up, check the substrate and waterproofing, and give you a clear written quote.

    3. 03

      Preparation and tiling

      Surfaces are prepared, wet areas waterproofed, then tiles are laid to a planned layout.

    4. 04

      Grout, seal, hand over

      Grouting, silicone and a full clean-up, then a walk-through to make sure you are happy.

    Why choose us

    Why Cape Borda chooses SA Tiling Pro

    • 20+ years on the tools

      Two decades of bathrooms, kitchens, floors and commercial fit-outs across South Australia.

    • Fully licensed and insured

      Licensed tiling contractor with public liability insurance, so your project is protected.

    • Waterproofing done properly

      Wet areas prepared and sealed to Australian Standard AS 3740 before tiles go down.

    • Straight lines, level floors

      Careful layout, lippage control and clean grout lines on every job, large or small.

    • Transparent, free quotes

      Itemised written quotes with no hidden extras and no obligation.

    • All of SA, city and country

      Adelaide based and happy to travel for regional work from the Riverland to the Eyre Peninsula.

    Free quote for Cape Borda

    Tell us about the job and we will be in touch within one business day.

    Free, no-obligation quotes. We reply within one business day.

    FAQ

    Tiling questions from Cape Borda

    If you have a bathroom, kitchen, floor or outdoor area in Cape Borda that needs tiling, we would like to hear about it. Get in touch for a free, itemised quote.

    Do you waterproof as well as tile?
    Yes. We waterproof every wet area we tile, and we treat the membrane as the part of the job that matters most. If a shower in Cape Borda is leaking behind the tiles, the fix is a new membrane rather than new grout, and we will tell you honestly which one you need.
    What affects the cost of tiling in Cape Borda?
    The main factors are the area to be tiled, the condition of the substrate, whether waterproofing or demolition is needed, the tile size and pattern, and access to the site. Travel is a factor for regional and remote work. We set all of this out in the free quote so you can see what is driving the price.
    How long will the tiling take?
    A single bathroom typically takes several days once waterproofing cure times are allowed for; a splashback or a small floor can be quicker, and a commercial fit-out longer. We give you a schedule with the quote for your job in Cape Borda and tell you straight away if anything changes. Cure times cannot be rushed, so we build them into the program rather than cutting them short.
    What tiles suit a coastal home on the island?
    For outdoor areas and exposed entries, use frost-resistant porcelain or stone with a suitable AS 4586 slip rating, laid with exterior-grade adhesive. Inside, salt air is less of a concern, but wet areas still need waterproofing to AS 3740 and sealed grout to cope with tank or bore water. We can advise on tile selection when we quote.
    Is waterproofing included in bathroom tiling?
    Yes. Any wet area we tile is waterproofed to Australian Standard AS 3740 before tiling begins. Waterproofing is itemised on your quote so you can see exactly what is included.

    Need a tiler in Cape Borda?

    Free, itemised quotes for homes and businesses in Cape Borda and across Kangaroo Island. Call 0400 028 777 or send the form.