Highland · Scotland

Tile Repair in Achintee

Our repair technicians come to Achintee for chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Drill holes from removed fittings
  • Damaged tile edges
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Tile repair near Achintee

Tile repair in Achintee without replacing anything

We repair the tile in place, so there’s no need to hunt for a matching tile. If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we will say so. Our repair technicians work on natural stone & granite, ceramic tiles and marble, and common reasons people contact us are damaged tile edges and drill holes from removed fittings.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we will come back. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.

Before and after: damaged granite tiles repaired in place
Area
Achintee (IV54)
Area hub
Highland
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Achintee and the surrounding area

Achintee is in Highland. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Achintee is one of 253 towns and villages in Highland we cover.

Our visits in IV54 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you are just outside Achintee, we cover Srath Carran (1 mile north), Lochcarron (2 miles south-west), Balnacra (4 miles north-east), Strome Ferry (6 miles south-west) and Torridon (9 miles north). For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.

Local landmarks in Achintee

In Achintee, that means homes near Kirkton in Meikle Strath School, among other places. There is a railway station in Achintee itself: Strathcarron station. Green spaces nearby include Loch Dùghaill.

Map of Achintee © OpenStreetMap contributors

What affects the price in Achintee

Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Achintee. The price reflects:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Achintee. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

How to get a fixed quote

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:

  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.

Repairing versus replacing in Achintee

Swapping out a damaged tile means breaking it out, tracking down a matching tile and possibly cracking its neighbours. A repair keeps the original tile. Our tile repair starts from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why us?

  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • A fixed quote before booking

Take a look at our full price list.

What we do, step by step

When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job normally takes a morning or an afternoon. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We clean the tile and remove loose fragments.
  2. We fill the chip, crack or hole.
  3. We shape the repair flush with the tile.
  4. We recreate the colour and pattern by hand.
  5. Finally we seal it to match the tile.

Before we arrive

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Getting a price

For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

Work for landlords and builders

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.

Can I fix it myself?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.

Honest limits

A repair isn’t right for every job, including:

  • Loose or hollow tiles that need relaying
  • Cracks caused by a moving floor, until the floor is fixed
  • Whole walls of failing grout

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.

Materials we repair

  • Ceramic tiles
  • Floor and wall tiles
  • Natural stone & granite
  • Marble
  • Porcelain tiles

Common problems we fix in Achintee

Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, while walls end up with drill holes from old fittings. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.

The most common problems we’re called about are:

  • Chips from dropped pans and tools
  • Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
  • Drill holes from removed fittings
  • Cracked floor tiles

What your quote should include

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • How long it needs to cure
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Who will actually do the work

Choosing a repair company

Your questions about tile repair in Achintee

Will you leave a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Is the work guaranteed?

Yes, for a year. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

Can you repair a cracked floor tile without replacing it?

Frequently, yes, as long as it’s still firmly stuck down.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.

Are you accredited?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.

Do you charge for travel?

There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

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