Shetland Islands · Scotland
Tile Repair in Clate
Tile repair in and around Clate: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Cracked floor tiles
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
About our tile repair in Clate
If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we’ll tell you. The tile stays where it is, so you do not need to find a spare. If you’re dealing with chips from dropped pans and tools and damaged tile edges, we can help, on natural stone & granite, floor and wall tiles and ceramic tiles alike.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Where
- Clate (ZE2)
- Region
- Shetland Islands
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
About Clate
Clate is about 13 miles north of Lerwick, in the Shetland Islands. From the centre of Clate to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover 63 places across the Shetland Islands.
Every address in ZE2 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We regularly work on streets such as Rocky Road and Harlsdale. We also cover the places around Clate: Sandwick (1 mile north), Symbister (1 mile north), Hamister (1 mile north), Huxter (1 mile east) and Tripwell (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Lerwick (13 miles south), Sound (14 miles south) and Brae (12 miles west). If you’re somewhere remote, ring us first and we will plan the trip.
Near you in Clate
For a walk, there is Loch of Sandwick and Ward of Clett.
Questions from Clate
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
How much does tile repair cost in Clate?
Prices start from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Usually, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.
Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?
Typically, as long as it’s still firmly stuck down.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Clate.
What about drill holes in tiles?
Yes. Drill holes from old rails and shelves are a common job.
What we cannot put right
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Loose or hollow tiles that need relaying
- Cracks caused by a moving floor, until the floor is fixed
- Whole walls of failing grout
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Marble
- Ceramic tiles
- Porcelain tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Floor and wall tiles
What tile repair costs
Repairs from £95. We don’t charge extra for travel to Clate. The price depends on:
- How hard the colour is to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Send pictures for a quote
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A picture taken from further back
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
For a price in Clate, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Other services in Clate
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About tile repair
What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a few hours. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We start by cleaning the tile and clearing loose fragments.
- Next we fill the damage.
- We shape the repair flush with the tile.
- We match the colour and pattern by hand.
- We seal the repair to suit the finish of the tile.
How to prepare
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Open a window if you can
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
How to get a price
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
What we are called out for in Clate
Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, and wall tiles get drilled for fittings that are later removed. Cracks can also come from movement in the floor below.
The things clients typically mention when they call include:
- Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Cracked floor tiles
- Drill holes from removed fittings
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How the room is protected while they work
For landlords and businesses
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Why repair rather than replace?
Swapping out a damaged tile involves breaking out the old tile, tracking down a matching tile and risking the tiles around it. A repair keeps the original tile. Our tile repair starts from £95. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Clate
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- No need to remove anything
- One price list for the whole UK
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
See our full price list.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
