East Lothian · Scotland

Tile repair in Dovecote, East Lothian

Fixed-price tile repair in Dovecote and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Cracked floor tiles
  • Damaged tile edges
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Book tile repair in Dovecote

Dovecote and nearby

Dovecote is about 1 mile south-west of Haddington, in East Lothian. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Dovecote, so there is no workshop to go to. We work in all 48 towns and villages in East Lothian, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 16 miles away.

Jobs in EH41 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Dovecote: Haddington (1 mile north-east), Bolton (2 miles south), Gladsmuir (3 miles west), Athelstaneford (3 miles north-east) and East Saltoun (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Musselburgh (10 miles west), Dunbar (11 miles east), Tranent (6 miles west), North Berwick (8 miles north), Prestonpans (7 miles west) and Cockenzie and Port Seton (6 miles west).

Around Dovecote

Our clients here include homes close to Plough Tavern, West Parish Kirk and Tower and Knox Academy. The nearest railway station is Drem station, roughly 3.9 miles north. Further afield, we also cover the area around John Gray Centre Museum (0.8 miles north-east) and Roodlands General Hospital (0.5 miles north). The countryside around Dovecote includes Skid Hill.

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Tile repair at your home in Dovecote

We repair the tile in place, so you don’t need to find a spare. If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we’ll say so. If you are dealing with damaged tile edges and chips from dropped pans and tools, we can help, whatever the material.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.

Location
Dovecote (EH41)
Area hub
East Lothian
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Chips in speckled granite tiles filled and colour matched, before and after

Work for landlords and builders

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.

The process

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take a morning or an afternoon, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. We start by cleaning the tile and clearing loose fragments.
  2. Next we fill the damage.
  3. We shape the repair flush with the tile.
  4. We match the colour and pattern by hand.
  5. The repair is sealed to suit the tile’s finish.

How to prepare

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Open a window if you can
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Getting a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole tiled area, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

Why repair rather than replace?

Replacing a tile means breaking it out, tracking down a matching tile and risking the tiles around it. A repair leaves the tile where it is. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Why us?

  • Generally one visit, start to finish
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do

Take a look at our full price list.

What a repair can’t fix

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:

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

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we work on in Dovecote

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

Common problems we fix in Dovecote

Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, and wall tiles get drilled for fittings that are later removed. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.

People usually call us after spotting something like this:

  • Damaged tile edges
  • Cracked floor tiles
  • Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
  • Chips from dropped pans and tools

Comparing quotes

  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • When it can be used again

How to compare quotes

DIY repairs versus a professional job

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

Common questions in Dovecote

Is my repair covered?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Can I add another job to the visit?

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

Do I have to be there?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We come back with a fixed quote, usually with dates to choose from. There’s no obligation to book.

Do you do work for letting agents?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Can you quote from photos?

Typically, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

When can you do it?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

What happens if you find more damage?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

What affects the price in Dovecote

Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • What kind of damage it is

We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Send pictures for a quote

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Any details about the material
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

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