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Tile Repair in Govanhill

Chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles for householders, landlords and businesses in Govanhill. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Cracked floor tiles
  • Damaged tile edges
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Tile repair near Govanhill

Tile repair in Govanhill without replacing anything

If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we will say so. We repair the tile in place, so you don’t need to find a spare. Whether it’s discontinued tiles you can’t replace and drill holes from removed fittings, we can help, whatever the material.

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it. Avoid dropping heavy items on repaired floor tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.

Surface Doctor technician carrying out a floor repair in a kitchen
Where
Govanhill (G42, G41, G5)
County
Glasgow
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

DIY repairs versus a professional job

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

FAQs for Govanhill

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?

Normally, if it isn’t loose.

Will the price change on the day?

We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

What happens after I send pictures?

You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Is there any odour?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.

Do you come to Govanhill?

Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to Govanhill. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Govanhill and nearby

Govanhill is about 1 mile south-east of Glasgow, in Glasgow. 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. Govanhill is one of 183 towns and villages in Glasgow where we work.

All of G42, G41 and G5 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Agnew Lane, Dixon Road and Ardbeg Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Crosshill (1 mile south), Strathbungo (1 mile west), Pollokshields (1 mile west), Hutchesontown (1 mile north-east) and Laurieston (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Hillhead (3 miles north), Dowanhill (3 miles north-west), Woodside (3 miles north), North Kelvinside (3 miles north), Partickhill (3 miles north-west) and Yorkhill (3 miles north-west).

Landmarks near Govanhill

We visit homes around Govanhill Church, Queen's Park and Holyrood Secondary School and the streets around them. Nearby too are Our Lady and St Margaret's Primary School (1.2 miles north-west), Glasgow Women's Library (1.4 miles north-east), 51 pub (under half a mile south-west) and John Bosco Secondary School (0.7 miles east). There’s a railway station in Govanhill itself: Queens Park (Glasgow) station. Further afield, we also cover the area around New Victoria Hospital (0.6 miles south) and Princes Square (1.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Hogganfield Loch and Cathkin Braes.

Map of Govanhill © OpenStreetMap contributors

What tile repair costs

Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Whether we combine several jobs

A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.

Send pictures for a quote

We price nearly every job from photos. This is what we need:

  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Where you are, by postcode

For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.

When a repair isn’t the answer

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:

  • 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 will tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Govanhill

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

What we do, step by step

On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job normally takes a morning or an afternoon. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. First the tile is cleaned and loose pieces removed.
  2. We fill the chip, crack or hole.
  3. The repair is levelled to the tile surface.
  4. The colour and pattern are recreated by hand.
  5. We seal the repair to suit the finish of the tile.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Ask for a price

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.

Send photos for a quote

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Work for landlords and builders

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

What we are called out for in Govanhill

Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, while walls end up with drill holes from old fittings. Cracks can also come from movement in the floor below.

Most people get in touch when they notice one of these:

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

Before booking anyone

  • What happens if they find more damage
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • What preparation is included
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

Our hiring checklist

Why repair rather than replace?

Swapping out a damaged tile involves breaking out the old tile, finding a match and possibly cracking its neighbours. A repair leaves the tile where it is. Prices start from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why book with us

  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • Generally one visit, start to finish
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

See our full price list.

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