Dorset · England
Tile repair in Southbourne, Dorset
Chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles for homes and businesses in Southbourne and across Dorset. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Repairs from £95
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
Tile repair in Southbourne without replacing anything
We repair the tile in place, so you do not need to find a spare. A loose or rocking tile may need relaying first, and we’ll tell you. We work on ceramic tiles, natural stone & granite and marble, and people most often call us about damaged tile edges and cracked floor tiles.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard. Avoid dropping heavy items on repaired floor tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Area
- Southbourne (BH6, BH23)
- County
- Dorset
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
About Southbourne
Southbourne is about 2 miles south-west of Christchurch, in Dorset. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Southbourne is one of 462 places in Dorset where we work.
We work across BH6 and BH23. Streets in the area include Ken Road, Horsa Road and Grange Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we cover Tuckton (1 mile north-east), Wick (1 mile north-east), Portfield (1 mile north), Purewell (2 miles north-east) and Fairmile (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Wimborne Minster (10 miles north-west), Verwood (11 miles north), Ferndown (7 miles north-west), Broadstone (9 miles west), Corfe Mullen (10 miles west) and Swanage (11 miles south-west).
What’s near Southbourne
Typical jobs here are in homes near Twynham School, St Katharine's Church of England Primary School and Twynham School, among other places. Other local landmarks include Seafield Gardens (under half a mile north-west) and Our Lady Queen of Peace and Blessed Margaret Pole (under half a mile north-east). Southbourne’s nearest station is Christchurch station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Christchurch Tricycle Museum (1.2 miles north-east) and Christchurch Castle (1.3 miles north-east). Not far away are St Catherine's Hill.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Christchurch (1 mile north-east)
Can I fix it myself?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
What affects the price in Southbourne
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Doing more than one item at once
- How many areas need work
- The material and finish
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.
Getting a price from pictures
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- Any details about the material
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Natural light rather than flash
Email us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Southbourne, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Work for landlords and builders
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
Repairing versus replacing in Southbourne
Swapping out a damaged tile means breaking it out, finding a match and risking the tiles around it. Repairing it leaves the tile where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why us?
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Colour-matched on site
- One visit for most repairs
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Read our prices page.
The process
You don’t need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It usually takes a morning or an afternoon, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We start by cleaning the tile and clearing loose fragments.
- The chip, crack or hole is filled.
- We level and shape the repair to the tile surface.
- The colour and pattern are recreated by hand.
- Finally we seal it to match the tile.
Preparing for the visit
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
How to get a price
For a price in Southbourne, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Southbourne: your questions answered
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Normally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before.
Can you fill holes left by old fittings?
Yes. We fill drill holes from removed fittings.
How do I get a price for tile repair in Southbourne?
Repairs from £95. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
What areas do you cover?
We cover the entire UK, including Southbourne and the rest of Dorset. Send your postcode with your photos and we will confirm dates.
Other services in Southbourne
What a repair cannot fix
A repair is not always the answer, and we will tell you before we start. We cannot 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 pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Southbourne
- Marble
- Natural stone & granite
- Floor and wall tiles
- Ceramic tiles
- Porcelain tiles
Common problems we fix in Southbourne
Floor tiles chip when pans, tins and tools are dropped, and wall tiles get drilled for fittings that are later removed. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Cracked floor tiles
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Drill holes from removed fittings
What your quote should include
- How your room will be protected
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
