Essex · England
Tile Repair for Start Hill homes
Our technicians come to Start Hill for chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
Tile repair at your home in Start Hill
We repair the tile in place, so there is no need to hunt for a matching tile. If a tile moves, it may need relaying first, and we will say so. We work on natural stone & granite, marble and ceramic tiles, and people most often call us about drill holes from removed fittings and cracked floor tiles.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Essex. Avoid dropping heavy items on repaired floor tiles, and use a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Where
- Start Hill (CM22)
- Area hub
- Essex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Start Hill and the surrounding area
Start Hill is about 2 miles east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. From the centre of Start Hill to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Start Hill is one of 644 places in Essex we cover. We work right across the region, from Start Hill to London (29 miles away).
Our visits in CM22 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on Start Hill and Provenance Close. We also cover the places around Start Hill: Bedlar's Green (1 mile south), Takeley Street (2 miles east), Burton End (2 miles north), Takeley (2 miles east) and Smith's Green (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (15 miles south-east), Braintree (15 miles east), Harlow (8 miles south-west), Saffron Walden (11 miles north), Waltham Abbey (15 miles south-west) and Great Dunmow (6 miles east).
Near you in Start Hill
In Start Hill, that means homes near Birchwood High School and The Three Willows pub. The closest station to Start Hill is Bishops Stortford station, roughly 1.9 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include House On The Hill Toy Museum (2.4 miles north) and Moated mound (4.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Portingbury Hills and Rushy Mead.
What tile repair costs
Prices start from £95. You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- The type of damage
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many areas need work
- How many items we do on one visit
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Getting a price from pictures
You can take the pictures on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- One picture of the whole tiled area
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Where you are, by postcode
- The material, if you know it
If you’re in Start Hill and want a price, 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.
Common problems we fix in Start Hill
Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, and wall tiles get drilled for fittings that are later removed. Cracks can also come from movement in the floor below.
Clients generally contact us about:
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Cracked floor tiles
- Damaged tile edges
What to look for in a quote
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What aftercare is recommended
Why repair rather than replace?
Swapping out a damaged tile involves breaking out the old tile, finding a match and possibly cracking its neighbours. A repair leaves the tile where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Start Hill. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why book with us
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Colour-matched on site
- A fixed quote before booking
Take a look at our pricing.
Questions from Start Hill
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Do you work in Start Hill?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Start Hill. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do you cover the whole of Essex?
We work UK-wide, and that includes Start Hill. Prices don’t change with location.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Are there extra charges for Start Hill?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.
How do I get a price for tile repair in Start Hill?
Repairs from £95. Every job gets a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up and a picture of the whole item with your CM22 postcode.
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Also near Start Hill
What else we do in Start Hill
Landlords, agents and businesses in Start Hill
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.
The process
We agree an arrival time beforehand. Once we are there, the work takes a few hours for most jobs. The room is left tidy and you will know when it can be used.
- We clean the tile and remove loose fragments.
- 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.
- Finally we seal it to match the tile.
Preparing for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Ask for a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Should I try a DIY kit first?
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.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
When a repair is not the answer
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- 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 photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we work on in Start Hill
- Natural stone & granite
- Floor and wall tiles
- Marble
- Porcelain tiles
- Ceramic tiles
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
