Midlothian · Scotland
Tile Repair for Gowkshill homes
Tile repair across Gowkshill and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Damaged tile edges
About our tile repair in Gowkshill
A loose or rocking tile may need relaying first, and we will say so. The tile stays where it is, so there’s no need to hunt for a matching tile. Our technicians work on porcelain tiles, natural stone & granite and ceramic tiles, and the jobs we see most are chips from dropped pans and tools and drill holes from removed fittings.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll sort it. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Area
- Gowkshill (EH23)
- Region
- Midlothian
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When we’d advise against a repair
We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- 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 Gowkshill
- Porcelain tiles
- Marble
- Natural stone & granite
- Ceramic tiles
- Floor and wall tiles
Landlords, agents and businesses in Gowkshill
For anyone letting property in or around Gowkshill, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How hard the colour is to match
- How easy the damage is to reach
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
How to get a fixed quote
You can normally get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:
- The material, if you know it
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Repair or replace in Gowkshill?
Replacing a tile involves breaking out the old tile, tracking down a matching tile and risking the tiles around it. Repairing it keeps the original tile. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Gowkshill
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Colour-matched on site
- Most jobs done in one visit
Take a look at our prices page.
How the visit works
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which generally takes a few hours. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- First the tile is cleaned and loose pieces removed.
- The chip, crack or hole is filled.
- We shape the repair flush with the tile.
- We match the colour and pattern by hand.
- We seal the repair to suit the finish of the tile.
How to prepare
- Make sure the area is dry
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Ask for a price
We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
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Common problems we fix in Gowkshill
Floor tiles chip when pans, tins and tools are dropped, and wall tiles get drilled for fittings that are later removed. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Cracked floor tiles
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Damaged tile edges
What your quote should include
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
Can I fix it myself?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Places near Gowkshill
What else we do in Gowkshill
FAQs for Gowkshill
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
Which areas do you work in?
Everywhere in the UK, Gowkshill included. Travel is included in the price.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
Do you charge for travel?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
Do you work in Gowkshill?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Gowkshill and the rest of Midlothian. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Where we work around Gowkshill
Gowkshill is about 2 miles south-east of Bonnyrigg, in Midlothian. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover all 33 towns and villages in Midlothian. We work right across the region, from Gowkshill to Edinburgh (about 8 miles away).
Every address in EH23 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as The Crescent and Stobhill Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Gowkshill include Newtongrange (1 mile north), Gorebridge (1 mile south), Mayfield (1 mile north-east), Birkenside (2 miles south) and Easthouses (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Penicuik (7 miles west), Loanhead (4 miles west), Shawfair (5 miles north), Danderhall (4 miles north-west), Rosewell (3 miles west) and Roslin (4 miles west).
Around Gowkshill
Around Gowkshill, we work in homes near Newtongrange Parish Church, The Dean Tavern and Newbattle Community High School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Newtongrange station, about 0.7 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Midlothian Community Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Dalhousie Castle (1.1 miles west). Not far away are Edgelaw Reservoir.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
