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Tile repair in Arbroath, Angus

Tile repair in Arbroath without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damaged tile edges
  • Drill holes from removed fittings
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Tile repair for Arbroath homes

Tile repair in Arbroath, done in place

If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we’ll tell you. We repair the tile in place, so there’s no need to hunt for a matching tile. Whether it’s chips from dropped pans and tools and cracked floor tiles, we can generally put it right.

Every job is backed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. Avoid dropping heavy items on repaired floor tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.

Area
Arbroath (DD11)
Region
Angus
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Floor repair in progress in a customer’s kitchen

Arbroath questions

What information do you need?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?

Normally, as long as it’s still firmly stuck down.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

Can you price it without visiting?

Nearly always. If pictures do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.

How soon can you come?

We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

What does tile repair cost?

Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a picture of the entire item and your postcode.

Do you work in Arbroath?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Arbroath for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Repairing versus replacing in Arbroath

Swapping out a damaged tile involves breaking out the old tile, tracking down a matching tile and risking the tiles around it. A repair leaves the tile where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Why Arbroath clients choose us

  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • No extra charge for your area
  • Typically one visit, start to finish
  • A fixed quote before booking

See our prices page.

What a repair can’t fix

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:

  • 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.

What we work on

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

Common problems we fix in Arbroath

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

Keep an eye out for these signs:

  • Cracked floor tiles
  • Drill holes from removed fittings
  • Damaged tile edges
  • Discontinued tiles you can’t replace

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT

Our hiring checklist

Work for landlords and builders

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

Arbroath and the surrounding area

Arbroath is about 16 miles north-east of Dundee, in Angus. We visit homes and businesses in Arbroath and the surrounding area, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. We cover 40 places in Angus. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 49 miles away.

Every address in DD11 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Fergus Square, High Street and Cairnie Street. You’ll find Arbroath on the A92 and A933, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Arbroath include St Vigeans (1 mile north), Colliston (3 miles north-west), Auchmithie (3 miles north-east), Balmirmer (4 miles south-west) and East Haven (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Forfar (13 miles north-west), Carnoustie (6 miles south-west), Brechin (12 miles north), Hunter's Town (7 miles south-west), Gardynebourg (7 miles south-west) and West Haven (6 miles south-west). As one of the bigger places in Angus, Arbroath sees plenty of our work.

Local landmarks in Arbroath

In Arbroath, that means homes near Arbroath High School, Knox's Church and The Corn Exchange pub, among other places. Arbroath has its own railway station: Arbroath station. Other landmarks nearby include Arbroath Signal Tower Museum (0.6 miles south) and Arbroath Infirmary (0.6 miles south).

Map of Arbroath © OpenStreetMap contributors

What affects the price in Arbroath

Repairs from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Arbroath. The price reflects:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • What kind of damage it is
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How many areas need work

Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

Send pictures for a quote

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole tiled area, we can price the job without visiting.

How it works

The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes a few hours. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. We start by cleaning the tile and clearing 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. The repair is sealed to suit the tile’s finish.

Preparing for the visit

  • Ensure the room can be ventilated
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

Getting a price

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.

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Can I fix it myself?

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

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