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Tile Repair in Shotton Colliery
Tile repair across Shotton Colliery and nearby, 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
How we handle tile repair in Shotton Colliery
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 will say so. Our repair technicians work on natural stone & granite, floor and wall tiles and ceramic tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are drill holes from removed fittings and chips from dropped pans and tools.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Area
- Shotton Colliery (DH6)
- Area hub
- County Durham
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
If you manage property in Shotton Colliery, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- The material
- How many areas need work
- Access to the area
- How many items we do on one visit
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Getting a price from pictures
You can take the pictures on your phone. Just make sure we can see:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A picture taken from further back
- The material, if you know it
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
For a price in Shotton Colliery, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
When to call us in Shotton Colliery
Floor tiles chip when pans, tins and tools are dropped, while walls end up with drill holes from old fittings. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Cracked floor tiles
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
Comparing quotes
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- How long it needs to cure
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How to look after the finish
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How it works
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your photos, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- First the tile is cleaned and loose pieces removed.
- The chip, crack or hole is filled.
- 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.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Shotton Colliery: your questions answered
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?
Frequently, yes, if it is not loose.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Most of the time. Tell us what was done before and we will plan for it.
How much does tile repair cost in Shotton Colliery?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your DH6 postcode.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote.
About Shotton Colliery
Shotton Colliery is about 2 miles west of Peterlee, in County Durham. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover all 329 towns and villages in County Durham, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Shotton Colliery to Newcastle upon Tyne (19 miles away).
We cover every part of DH6. That includes homes on Bridge Road, Station Road and Thornhill Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Shotton Colliery include Old Shotton (2 miles south-east), Wingate (2 miles south), Peterlee (2 miles east), Little Thorpe (2 miles north-east) and Castle Eden (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Durham (7 miles west), Newton Aycliffe (12 miles south-west), Bishop Auckland (14 miles south-west), Spennymoor (9 miles south-west), Seaham (6 miles north) and Chester-le-Street (10 miles north-west).
What’s near Shotton Colliery
Our customers here include homes close to Shotton Primary School, St Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School and Byron College and St Saviour's Church, among other places. The closest station to Shotton Colliery is Horden station, roughly 3.5 miles east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Easington (2.7 miles north-east) and Peterlee Community Hospital (2.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill.
Repairing versus replacing in Shotton Colliery
Swapping out a damaged tile involves breaking out the old tile, finding a match and risking the tiles around it. Repairing it keeps the original tile. Our tile repair starts from £95. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Shotton Colliery
- One visit for most repairs
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Everything repaired in place
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
See our prices page.
What a repair cannot fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- 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 booking.
What we work on
- Ceramic tiles
- Floor and wall tiles
- Porcelain tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Marble
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
