Orkney Islands · Scotland
Tile Repair for Clouston homes
Fixed-price tile repair in Clouston and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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 isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
About our tile repair in Clouston
A loose or rocking tile may need relaying first, and we will tell you. The tile stays where it is, so there’s no need to hunt for a matching tile. Common call-outs are for discontinued tiles you can’t replace and chips from dropped pans and tools, on marble, floor and wall tiles and ceramic tiles.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking. Avoid dropping heavy items on repaired floor tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Location
- Clouston (KW16)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Clouston as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
How the visit works
You don’t need to empty the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We start by cleaning the tile and clearing loose fragments.
- The chip, crack or hole is filled.
- We shape the repair flush with the tile.
- We match the colour and pattern by hand.
- Finally we seal it to match the tile.
How to prepare
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Getting a price
For a price in Clouston, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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What affects the price in Clouston
Repairs from £95. We price every job individually. The main factors are:
- How hard the colour is to match
- The material and finish
- How many areas need work
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Send photos for a quote
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A wider photo showing the whole tiled area
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Your questions about tile repair in Clouston
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?
Often, yes, if it is not loose.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. The old repair comes out first.
Will the price change on the day?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Do you work in Clouston?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Clouston for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.
Other services in Clouston
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- 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 will say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Clouston
- Porcelain tiles
- Floor and wall tiles
- Marble
- Natural stone & granite
- Ceramic tiles
Covering Clouston
Clouston is about 9 miles west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. Clouston is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here: KW16. If you are just outside Clouston, we cover Stenness (1 mile north-east), Cairston (2 miles west), Grimeston (2 miles north), Germiston (3 miles east) and Wasbister (3 miles north-west). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we will plan the trip.
Local landmarks in Clouston
In Clouston, that means homes near Stenness Church and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Stromness Museum (3.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Brodgar RSPB Reserve and Loch of Stenness.
Common problems we fix in Clouston
Floor tiles chip when pans, tins and tools are dropped, while walls end up with drill holes from old fittings. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
People typically call us after spotting one of these:
- Cracked floor tiles
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
- Damaged tile edges
Comparing quotes
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What happens if they find more damage
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
Should you replace it?
Replacing a tile means breaking it out, finding a match and risking the tiles around it. Repairing it leaves the tile where it is. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Clouston
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- A fixed quote before booking
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Colour-matched on site
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
