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Tile repair in Porth Teigr, Cardiff
Fixed-price tile repair in Porth Teigr and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Damaged tile edges
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
What we are called out for in Porth Teigr
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 usually call us when they notice something like this:
- Damaged tile edges
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Cracked floor tiles
- Drill holes from removed fittings
Before booking anyone
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
Tile repair at your home in Porth Teigr
If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we’ll tell you. We repair the tile in place, so there is no need to hunt for a matching tile. If you’re dealing with drill holes from removed fittings and damaged tile edges, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back. Avoid dropping heavy items on repaired floor tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Where
- Porth Teigr (CF10, CF11, CF99)
- Area hub
- Cardiff
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Porth Teigr and the surrounding area
Porth Teigr is about 1 mile south of Newtown, in Cardiff. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Porth Teigr is one of 91 places in Cardiff we cover.
Our visits in CF10, CF11 and CF99 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Cargo Road, Docks Lane and Compass Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Cardiff Bay (1 mile north-west), Butetown (1 mile north-west), Tiger Bay (1 mile south-west), Atlantic Wharf (1 mile north) and East Moors (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Cardiff (3 miles north), Ely (4 miles west), Caerau (4 miles west), Penylan (3 miles north), Cathays (3 miles north) and Gwaun Treoda (4 miles north-west).
Near you in Porth Teigr
We visit homes around Howardian High School, Norwegian Church and Mount Stuart Primary. Also close by are The Waterguard pub (less than half a mile north-west) and Grangemoor Park (1.4 miles west). The closest station to Porth Teigr is Cardiff Bay station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Dragon's Heart Hospital (1.5 miles north-west) and Mermaid Quay (less than half a mile north-west). Not far away are Penarth Head Hill and Roath Basin.
Your questions about tile repair in Porth Teigr
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work.
Can you fill holes left by old fittings?
Yes. We fill drill holes from removed fittings.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Will it make a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Will the price change on the day?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Can you repair a cracked floor tile without replacing it?
Usually, as long as it’s still firmly stuck down.
When we’d advise against a repair
A repair is not always the answer, and we’ll tell you before we start. We 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
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
What we work on
- Floor and wall tiles
- Porcelain tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Marble
- Ceramic tiles
What affects the price in Porth Teigr
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Doing more than one item at once
- The type of damage
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Getting a price from photos
You can take the pictures on your phone. Make sure they show:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A wider photo showing the entire tiled area
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Something in shot to show the size
If you’re in Porth Teigr and want a price, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Can I fix it myself?
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, 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 isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a tile involves breaking out the old tile, tracking down a matching tile and possibly cracking its neighbours. Repairing it leaves the tile where it is. Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Porth Teigr
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Take a look at our prices page.
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Landlord and trade work in Porth Teigr
If you manage property in Porth Teigr, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
What happens on the day
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for 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.
- The repair is sealed to suit the tile’s finish.
How to prepare
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Let us know about parking or access
Ask for a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the tiled area, add your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Related advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
