Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland

Tile Repair in Gretna

Chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles for homes and businesses in Gretna and across Dumfries and Galloway. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Chips from dropped pans and tools
  • Drill holes from removed fittings
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book tile repair in Gretna

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, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Tile repair in Gretna, done in place

We repair the tile in place, so you don’t need to find a spare. A loose or rocking tile may need relaying first, and we will say so. We are often asked to fix cracked floor tiles and discontinued tiles you can’t replace, across marble, porcelain tiles and floor and wall tiles.

Every job is backed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. Avoid dropping heavy items on repaired floor tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.

Area
Gretna (DG16)
Region
Dumfries and Galloway
Cover
One year on every repair
Quote
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: damaged granite tiles repaired in place

What a repair can’t fix

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • 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.

What we work on

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

Can I fix it myself?

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 photos, as it can add time.

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 then the old filler has to be removed first.

What tile repair costs

Repairs from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • What the surface is made of
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • The type of damage

Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Gretna. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Quotes from your pictures

Two or three clear photos are typically enough. Try to include:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Details of any past repairs
  • What it’s made of, if you know

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire tiled area, we can price the job without visiting.

Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing a tile involves breaking out the old tile, finding a match and risking the tiles around it. Repairing it leaves the tile where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. 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. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Gretna

  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

See our pricing.

Covering Gretna

Gretna is about 9 miles north-west of Carlisle, in Dumfries and Galloway. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Gretna is one of 138 places in Dumfries and Galloway we cover. We work right across the region, from Gretna to Newcastle upon Tyne (57 miles away).

Here we cover the DG16 postcode area. You’ll find streets such as Central Avenue, Graitney and Kirtle Place, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Gretna Green (1 mile north), Springfield (1 mile north), Blackbank (2 miles east), Kirkpatrick-Fleming (4 miles north-west) and Longtown (4 miles east). Further out, we also cover Annan (7 miles west), Lockerbie (14 miles north-west), Langholm (11 miles north), Eastriggs (4 miles west) and Ecclefechan (9 miles north-west).

Around Gretna

In Gretna, that means homes near St Andrew's Church of Scotland. Gretna’s nearest station is Gretna Green station, roughly 0.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Gretna Green Story Exhibition (0.8 miles north).

Map of Gretna © OpenStreetMap contributors

How the visit works

When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a morning or an afternoon. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. First the tile is cleaned and loose pieces removed.
  2. Next we fill the damage.
  3. The repair is levelled to the tile surface.
  4. We recreate the colour and pattern by hand.
  5. Finally we seal it to match the tile.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Open a window if you can

Get a quote

There is 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 will reply with a fixed price.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Signs you need tile repair in Gretna

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.

People normally call us when they notice something like this:

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

Comparing quotes

  • If travel is included in the price
  • What preparation is included
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • How to look after the finish

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Gretna: your questions answered

How much does tile repair cost in Gretna?

Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Which areas do you work in?

We work UK-wide. Prices don’t change with location.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Do I have to be there?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.

What do you need from me?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.

Can you quote from photos?

Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.

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