Liverpool · England

Tile Repair for Gateacre homes

Fixed-price tile repair in Gateacre and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
  • Cracked floor tiles
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Trusted tile repair in Gateacre

About our tile repair in Gateacre

If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we will say so. We repair the tile in place, so there’s no need to hunt for a matching tile. We’re often asked to fix drill holes from removed fittings and discontinued tiles you can’t replace, on natural stone & granite, floor and wall tiles and ceramic tiles.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will come back. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.

Area
Gateacre (L25, L27, L26)
Area hub
Liverpool
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Surface Doctor technician carrying out a floor repair in a kitchen

Work for landlords and builders

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.

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

Should you replace it?

Replacing a tile means breaking it out, tracking down a matching tile and possibly cracking its neighbours. Repairing it keeps the original tile. Our tile repair starts from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

What you get with us

  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • No extra charge for your area
  • One visit for most repairs

Read our pricing.

DIY kit or professional repair?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

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, it’s worth having it done properly.

What tile repair costs

Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • Access to the area
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • What the surface is made of
  • Doing more than one item at once

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Getting a price from pictures

Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • The material, if you know it
  • A picture taken from further back

There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

Honest limits

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not 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 photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Surfaces we repair

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

How it works

Visits start with a quick look at the job together. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. Allow a morning or an afternoon, and we will keep you posted as we go.

  1. First the tile is cleaned and loose pieces removed.
  2. The chip, crack or hole is filled.
  3. We level and shape the repair to the tile surface.
  4. The colour and pattern are recreated by hand.
  5. Finally we seal it to match the tile.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access

Getting a price

To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We will say right away if a repair is the right fix.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

Our work in Gateacre

Gateacre is about 2 miles south of Huyton with Roby, in Liverpool. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our repair technicians cover 52 places in Liverpool, from the larger towns to small villages.

All of L25, L27 and L26 is within our area. Jobs here include addresses on Out Lane, Bower Road and Wambo Lane. We also travel to Woolton (1 mile south), Belle Vale (1 mile north), Netherley (1 mile north-east), Childwall (1 mile north-west) and Hunt's Cross (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Liverpool (3 miles north-west), Crosby (10 miles north-west), Everton (5 miles north-west), Orrell (8 miles north-west), Brighton-le-Sands (10 miles north-west) and Wavertree (3 miles west).

What’s near Gateacre

Typical jobs here are in homes near Carleton House Preparatory School, Reynolds Park and Belle Vale Community Primary School, among other places. You’ll also find St Stephen's Church (within half a mile north-east), The Brown Cow pub (under half a mile west) and Gateacre School (less than half a mile north-west). Gateacre’s nearest station is Hunts Cross station, roughly 1.6 miles south. Further afield, we also cover the area around Broadgreen Hospital (2.5 miles north-west) and New Mersey Shopping Park (2.3 miles south). Not far away are Princes Park lake and Speke and Garston Coastal Reserve.

  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Little Woolton (under half a mile north-east)
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Your questions about tile repair in Gateacre

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

In most cases. The old repair comes out first.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Will there be a smell?

There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Of course, and it typically saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.

Are you accredited?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

Can you fill holes left by old fittings?

Yes. We fill drill holes from removed fittings.

Can you repair a cracked floor tile without replacing it?

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

Can pets and children be at home?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Signs you need tile repair in Gateacre

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.

Get in touch if you’ve noticed:

  • Drill holes from removed fittings
  • Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
  • Chips from dropped pans and tools
  • Damaged tile edges

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • How your room will be protected

Choosing a repair company

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