Cornwall · England
Tile Repair for Lane homes
We travel to Lane for chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
About our tile repair in Lane
We repair the tile in place, so you do not need to find a spare. If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we’ll say so. Common call-outs are for chips from dropped pans and tools and discontinued tiles you can’t replace, across porcelain tiles, floor and wall tiles and natural stone & granite.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Lane and across Cornwall. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Location
- Lane (TR8)
- Region
- Cornwall
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlords, agents and businesses in Lane
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Common problems we fix in Lane
Floor tiles chip when pans, tins and tools are dropped, and wall tiles get drilled for fittings that are later removed. Cracks can also come from movement in the floor below.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Cracked floor tiles
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
Lane: your questions answered
How do I book?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Do you charge for travel?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do you cover the whole of Cornwall?
The whole UK, including all of Cornwall. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Cornwall.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.
Honest limits
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Loose or hollow tiles that need relaying
- Cracks caused by a moving floor, until the floor is fixed
- Whole walls of failing grout
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Porcelain tiles
- Ceramic tiles
- Floor and wall tiles
- Marble
- Natural stone & granite
About Lane
Lane is about 1 mile south-east of Newquay, in Cornwall. We visit homes and businesses in Lane and nearby villages, so there’s no workshop to go to. We cover all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.
Jobs in TR8 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Mount View and Gannel View Close, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Lane: Trencreek (1 mile north), Treninnick (1 mile west), Newquay (1 mile north-west), St Columb Minor (1 mile north) and Nansledan (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Truro (10 miles south), St Austell (13 miles east), Redruth (14 miles south-west), Sandy Bottom (13 miles east), Bethel (14 miles east) and Wadebridge (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Lane
Around Lane, we work in homes near The Bishops CofE Learning Academy, Newquay Tretherras and The Kings Head pub. The nearest railway station is Newquay station, about 1.1 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Newquay Community Hospital (0.9 miles north-west) and Trenance Cottages Museum (0.9 miles north-west).
Repair or replace: which is better?
Swapping out a damaged tile involves breaking out the old tile, tracking down a matching tile and possibly cracking its neighbours. A repair leaves the tile where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, repairing generally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Lane
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Work done at your home or business
Read our pricing.
Nearby places to Lane
Also in Lane
What affects the price in Lane
Prices start from £95. You will know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- The type of damage
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How hard the colour is to match
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. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Getting a price from photos
You can usually get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Details of any past repairs
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Something in shot to show the size
- A wider photo showing the entire tiled area
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the tiled area, include your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
What happens on the day
We turn up at the time we agreed with you and checks the damage against your photos first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. Most visits take a morning or an afternoon, and we leave the room as we found it.
- First the tile is cleaned and loose pieces removed.
- Next we fill the damage.
- We shape the repair flush with the tile.
- We recreate the colour and pattern by hand.
- We seal the repair to suit the finish of the tile.
How to prepare
- Clear the area around the damage
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
How to get a price
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 give you a fixed price without visiting.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
