Northamptonshire · England
Tile Repair for Thornhaugh homes
Damaged tiled area in Thornhaugh? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
- Cracked floor tiles
How we handle tile repair in Thornhaugh
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. Our repair technicians work on natural stone & granite, ceramic tiles and floor and wall tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked floor tiles and drill holes from removed fittings.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do. Take care with heavy items on repaired tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Where
- Thornhaugh (PE8)
- County
- Northamptonshire
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Thornhaugh: your questions answered
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Do you cover Thornhaugh?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Thornhaugh for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Will the price change on the day?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire tiled area and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Is there any odour?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
What about drill holes in tiles?
Yes. We fill drill holes from removed fittings.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Signs you need tile repair in Thornhaugh
Dropped pans and tools chip floor tiles, and wall tiles get drilled for fittings that are later removed. Movement underneath can also crack tiles.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
- Damaged tile edges
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
Before booking anyone
- How your room will be protected
- Who turns up on the day
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- When it can be used again
Landlords, agents and businesses in Thornhaugh
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
If you manage property in Thornhaugh, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll price them together.
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The process
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we’re there. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- 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.
- We seal the repair to suit the finish of the tile.
Before we arrive
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material and finish
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Send pictures for a quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We will say right away whether it can be repaired.
Our work in Thornhaugh
Thornhaugh is about 5 miles south-east of Stamford, in Northamptonshire. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Thornhaugh and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Thornhaugh is one of 364 places in Northamptonshire where we work. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 62 miles away.
Our repair technicians cover all of the PE8 postcode area. Local streets include Russell Hill, Meadow Lane and Old Rectory Drive, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Thornhaugh, we cover Wansford (1 mile south-east), Yarwell (2 miles south), North Northamptonshire (2 miles south), Sibson (2 miles south-east) and Nassington (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Corby (14 miles south-west), Thrapston (14 miles south), Oundle (8 miles south), Weldon (11 miles south-west), Brigstock (12 miles south-west) and Geddington (15 miles south-west).
Near you in Thornhaugh
In Thornhaugh, that means homes near Church and Church of St Andrew. For rail, the closest station is Stamford station, roughly 4.5 miles north-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Stamford and Rutland Hospital (4.8 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Wansford Pasture.
When a repair is not the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- 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 will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Porcelain tiles
- Floor and wall tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Marble
- Ceramic tiles
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a tile means breaking it out, tracking down a matching tile and possibly cracking its neighbours. A repair keeps the original tile. Prices start from £95. Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Thornhaugh
- Same prices wherever you are
- No need to remove anything
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Most jobs done in one visit
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