Shetland Islands · Scotland
Tile repair in Sandness, Shetland Islands
Tile repair for Sandness, without a refit. Get a fixed price from your photos, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Drill holes from removed fittings
Common problems we fix in Sandness
Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, while walls end up with drill holes from old fittings. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
Look out for these signs:
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
- Cracked floor tiles
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Damaged tile edges
Before booking anyone
- Who will actually do the work
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- What preparation is included
- What aftercare is recommended
How we handle tile repair in Sandness
If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we’ll say so. We repair the tile in place, so you do not need to find a spare. If you are dealing with damaged tile edges and drill holes from removed fittings, we can help, on floor and wall tiles, natural stone & granite and marble alike.
You are covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before you book. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Area
- Sandness (ZE2)
- County
- Shetland Islands
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you’re not left guessing. Once we’re there, the work takes a morning or an afternoon. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.
- First the tile is cleaned and loose pieces removed.
- We fill the chip, crack or hole.
- We level and shape the repair to the tile surface.
- We match the colour and pattern by hand.
- The repair is sealed to suit the tile’s finish.
How to prepare
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Get a quote
If you are in Sandness and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Advice
Should you replace it?
Replacing a tile involves breaking out the old tile, tracking down a matching tile and possibly cracking its neighbours. Repairing it keeps the original tile. Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Sandness
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- Work done at your home or business
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
Take a look at our pricing.
More services for Sandness
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Landlord and trade work in Sandness
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
For anyone letting property in or around Sandness, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
Common questions in Sandness
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Can you repair a cracked floor tile without replacing it?
Often, yes, if it isn’t loose.
Do you come to Sandness?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Sandness and the rest of the Shetland Islands. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What information do you need?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will take it from there.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
What a repair cannot fix
We won’t take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair cannot 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
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Porcelain tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Floor and wall tiles
- Ceramic tiles
- Marble
How we price tile repair
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- How much damage there is
- Access to the area
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Quotes from your photos
You can normally get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Something in shot to show the size
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
Sandness and nearby
Sandness is in the Shetland Islands. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Sandness is one of 63 places in the Shetland Islands we cover.
Jobs in ZE2 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Sandness: Melby (1 mile north-west), Walls (6 miles south-east), Aith (10 miles east), Easter Skeld (11 miles south-east) and Brae (12 miles north-east). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so it’s best to call first.
Around Sandness
Around Sandness, we work in homes near St Margaret's Kirk and Graveyard and the streets around them. Green spaces nearby include Loch of Norby.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
