Devon · England
Tile repair in Knowle, Devon
Tile repair in and around Knowle: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Damaged tile edges
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. Allow a morning or an afternoon, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We clean the tile and remove loose fragments.
- We fill the chip, crack or hole.
- We level and shape the repair to the tile surface.
- We recreate the colour and pattern by hand.
- The repair is sealed to suit the tile’s finish.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Ensure the area is dry
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away whether it can be repaired.
Advice
About our tile repair in Knowle
The tile stays where it is, so you don’t need to find a spare. If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we’ll say so. Whether it’s discontinued tiles you can’t replace and cracked floor tiles, we can help.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Location
- Knowle (EX17)
- Region
- Devon
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
About Knowle
Knowle is about 3 miles west of Crediton, in Devon. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Knowle, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Knowle is one of 586 towns and villages in Devon we cover.
We cover every part of the EX17 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Knowle include Copplestone (1 mile north-west), Morchard Road (3 miles north-west), Oldborough (3 miles north), Down St Mary (3 miles north-west) and Weeke (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Exeter (11 miles south-east), Tiverton (13 miles north-east), Okehampton (12 miles west), St Thomas (10 miles south-east), Larkbeare (11 miles south-east) and Polsloe (11 miles south-east).
What’s near Knowle
In Knowle, that means homes near Church of St Boniface and Copplestone Primary School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Copplestone station, roughly 1.4 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Crediton Museum (3 miles east) and Crediton Hospital (2.4 miles east).
Do you need tile repair in Knowle?
Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, while walls end up with drill holes from old fittings. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
Common reasons people in Knowle contact us include:
- Cracked floor tiles
- Damaged tile edges
- Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
Questions to ask before you book
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether the price covers travel
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- What happens if they find more damage
Also in Knowle
DIY kit or professional repair?
A DIY attempt is not 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.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
Questions from Knowle
What does tile repair cost?
Prices start from £95. We give a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Can you fill holes left by old fittings?
Yes. We fill drill holes from removed fittings.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?
Generally, as long as it’s still firmly stuck down.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
Repairing versus replacing in Knowle
Replacing a tile involves breaking out the old tile, tracking down a matching tile and risking the tiles around it. A repair leaves the tile where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Knowle
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Typically one visit, start to finish
See our prices page.
How we price tile repair
Prices start from £95. There’s no charge for travel to Knowle. The price depends on:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many items we do on one visit
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The size and number of damaged areas
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 combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Send pictures for a quote
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A wider photo showing the entire tiled area
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Honest limits
We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t 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
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we work on in Knowle
- Floor and wall tiles
- Porcelain tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Ceramic tiles
- Marble
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
