Cumbria · England
Tile repair in How, Cumbria
Our technicians come to How for chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
- Drill holes from removed fittings
Tile repair at your home in How
A loose or rocking tile may need relaying first, and we’ll tell you. We repair the tile in place, so you don’t need to find a spare. Whether it’s drill holes from removed fittings and discontinued tiles you can’t replace, we can help, on porcelain tiles, floor and wall tiles and marble alike.
All of our repairs are guaranteed 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.
- Where
- How (CA8)
- Area hub
- Cumbria
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in How
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?
Frequently, yes, if it is not loose.
Are there extra charges for How?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
More services for How
How and nearby
How is about 7 miles east of Carlisle, in Cumbria. Whether you are in the middle of How or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. How is one of 438 places in Cumbria where we work. We work right across the region, from How to Newcastle upon Tyne (45 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: CA8. Jobs here include addresses on How Street and How Lane. We also cover the places around How: Hayton (1 mile north-west), Fenton (1 mile south), Heads Nook (2 miles south-west), Castle Carrock (2 miles south-east) and Talkin (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Carlisle (7 miles west), Currock (7 miles west), Raffles (8 miles west), Botcherby (7 miles west), Morton (8 miles west) and Belle Vue (9 miles west).
Local landmarks in How
We visit homes around Church of St Mary Magdalen, Graham Arms (West Of Gelt Bridge) and Hayton CofE Primary School. The closest station to How is Brampton (Cumbria) station, about 2.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Brampton War Memorial Hospital (2.6 miles north-east) and Hayton Castle Hill (0.8 miles north-west). The countryside around How includes Talkin Tarn.
Can I fix it myself?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not 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.
How the visit works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and start once you are happy with the plan. It usually takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- 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 recreate 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
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Have a window or extractor fan available
How to get a price
If you are in How and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Related advice
When we would advise against a repair
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- 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 photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Ceramic tiles
- Porcelain tiles
- Marble
- Floor and wall tiles
- Natural stone & granite
What tile repair costs
Prices start from £95. We don’t charge extra for travel to How. The price depends on:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Quotes from your photos
Phone pictures are fine. Make sure they show:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Natural light rather than flash
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Should you replace it?
Swapping out a damaged tile involves breaking out the old tile, finding a match and possibly cracking its neighbours. Repairing it leaves the tile where it is. Prices start from £95. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why us?
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- One visit for most repairs
See our full price list.
Landlord and trade work in How
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Signs you need tile repair in How
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.
The things customers usually mention when they call include:
- Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Cracked floor tiles
- Damaged tile edges
Questions to ask before booking
- Who will actually do the work
- What aftercare is recommended
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- What preparation is included
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
