Lancashire · England
Tile Repair for Ribbleton homes
Our technicians come to Ribbleton for chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
- Damaged tile edges
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a tile means breaking it out, tracking down a matching tile and risking the tiles around it. Repairing it keeps the original tile. Prices start from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. 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.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ribbleton
- One price list for the entire UK
- One visit for most repairs
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Read our pricing.
Tile repair in Ribbleton without replacing anything
If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we will tell you. The tile stays where it is, so you don’t need to find a spare. We work on natural stone & granite, ceramic tiles and marble, and people most often call us about chips from dropped pans and tools and discontinued tiles you can’t replace.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Ribbleton and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Where
- Ribbleton (PR2, PR1)
- Region
- Lancashire
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
We won’t take on work that will not 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 pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Porcelain tiles
- Ceramic tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Marble
- Floor and wall tiles
What we do, step by step
You do not need to empty the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. It generally takes a few hours, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- 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 match the colour and pattern by hand.
- The repair is sealed to suit the tile’s finish.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. 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.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Where we work around Ribbleton
Ribbleton is about 1 mile east of Preston, in Lancashire. Jobs in Ribbleton are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your photos, then a visit to do the work. Ribbleton is one of 482 towns and villages in Lancashire where we work. We work right across the region, from Ribbleton to Liverpool (27 miles away).
Here we cover the PR2 and PR1 postcode area. That includes homes on Bay Road, Rydal Road and Daisy Lane. Other places close to Ribbleton include Brookfield (1 mile north), Deepdale (1 mile west), Fishwick (1 mile south), Preston (1 mile west) and Walton-le-Dale (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Chorley (9 miles south), Lytham St Anne's (14 miles west), Bamber Bridge (3 miles south), Accrington (13 miles east), Leyland (6 miles south) and Clitheroe (13 miles north-east).
What’s near Ribbleton
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Mary Magdalene's Church, Moor Park and Preston Muslim Girls High School and the streets around them. The closest station to Ribbleton is Preston station, about 2 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Penwortham Castle (2.6 miles south-west) and Duke of Lancaster's Own Yeomanry Museum (1.2 miles south-west). Not far away are Brockholes.
- Other local spots include Tulketh (2 miles west)
What tile repair costs
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually. The main factors are:
- What the surface is made of
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How much damage there is
A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Send photos for a quote
When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Any details about the material
- A wider photo showing the whole tiled area
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- One sharp close-up of the damage
Most clients in Ribbleton get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Common questions in Ribbleton
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?
Often, yes, as long as it’s still firmly stuck down.
What do you need from me?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
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.
Is my repair covered?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Do you cover Ribbleton?
Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to Ribbleton from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
How soon can you come?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Common problems we fix in Ribbleton
Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, while walls end up with drill holes from old fittings. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Damaged tile edges
- Drill holes from removed fittings
Comparing quotes
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What preparation is included
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What aftercare is recommended
Towns and villages near Ribbleton
Also in Ribbleton
For landlords and businesses
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we will handle the rest.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
