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Tile repair in Forder, Cornwall
Chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles for homes and businesses in Forder and across Cornwall. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Damaged tile edges
For landlords and businesses
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we will arrange it.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Tile repair at your home in Forder
We repair the tile in place, so you do not need to find a spare. If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we will tell you. We regularly repair floor and wall tiles, porcelain tiles and natural stone & granite, and people most frequently call us about cracked floor tiles and chips from dropped pans and tools.
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Where
- Forder (PL12)
- Area hub
- Cornwall
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a morning or an afternoon. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We start by cleaning the tile and clearing loose fragments.
- The chip, crack or hole is filled.
- We level and shape the repair to the tile surface.
- We match the colour and pattern by hand.
- Finally we seal it to match the tile.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Getting a price
If you are in Forder and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Advice
Our work in Forder
Forder is about 1 mile south-west of Saltash, in Cornwall. Jobs in Forder are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, then a visit to do the work. We work in all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall.
Here we cover the PL12 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Farm Lane, Church Road and Wearde Road. We also cover the places around Forder: St Stephens (1 mile north), Saltash (1 mile north-east), Burraton Coombe (1 mile north-west), Wearde (1 mile east) and Burraton (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Stonehouse (4 miles south-east), Liskeard (11 miles west), Addington (11 miles west), Looe (10 miles west), Callington (8 miles north-west) and Shutta (10 miles west).
Local landmarks in Forder
Our customers here include homes close to St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School, Cecil Arms and Church of St Stephen. Other local landmarks include St Budeaux Library (1.9 miles east), Antony (1.2 miles south) and Saltash.net Community School (0.5 miles east). Forder’s nearest station is Saltash station, about 1 mile east. A little further out are Plymouth General Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and Elliott's Shop (1 mile east).
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Why repair rather than replace?
Swapping out a damaged tile means breaking it out, tracking down a matching tile and possibly cracking its neighbours. A repair leaves the tile where it is. Our tile repair starts from £95. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Forder. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Forder
- Most jobs done in one visit
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- One price list for the whole UK
Read our full price list.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
When we’d advise against a repair
Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- 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.
Materials we work on in Forder
- Marble
- Porcelain tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Floor and wall tiles
- Ceramic tiles
Common questions in Forder
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Do I need to be at home?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.
Is there a call-out fee?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can pets and children be at home?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
How we price tile repair
Prices start from £95. You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
A repair typically costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- Any details about the material
- Where you are, by postcode
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One picture of the whole tiled area
Upload photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Forder, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Common problems we fix in Forder
Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, and wall tiles get drilled for fittings that are later removed. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
Clients generally contact us about:
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
- Damaged tile edges
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if they find more damage
- How long it needs to cure
- What prep work is covered
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
