Kent · England
Tile repair in Upton, Kent
We travel to Upton for chip, crack and drill-hole repairs to floor and wall tiles. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Discontinued tiles you cannot replace
- Chips from dropped pans and tools
About Upton
Upton is about 1 mile south-west of Broadstairs, in Kent. Book a date that suits you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Upton is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our jobs stretch from Upton to London (66 miles away).
Here we cover the CT10, CT11 and CT12 postcode area. Whether you live on Vale Road, Lawn Road and Upton Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Being close to the A255, Upton is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Upton include Broadstairs (1 mile north-east), St Peter's (1 mile north-west), Northwood (1 mile west), Ramsgate (1 mile south-west) and St Lawrence (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (13 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south), Whitfield (15 miles south), Sandwich (7 miles south-west) and Aylesham (13 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Upton
In Upton, that means homes near The Charles Dickens School, The Little Albion Inn and Parish Church of St Peter the Apostle, among other places. Other local landmarks include The Charles Dickens School (within half a mile north-west) and Upton Junior School (under half a mile north-east). Upton has its own railway station: Broadstairs station. Well-known places in the area include Westwood Cross (1.2 miles west) and Crampton Tower (less than half a mile east). Not far away are Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
About our tile repair in Upton
A loose or rocking tile may need relaying first, and we will say so. We repair the tile in place, so there is no need to hunt for a matching tile. Typical jobs include discontinued tiles you can’t replace and chips from dropped pans and tools, across natural stone & granite, marble and floor and wall tiles.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Kent. Avoid dropping heavy items on repaired floor tiles, and clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Location
- Upton (CT10, CT11, CT12)
- Region
- Kent
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we cannot put right
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
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Marble
- Porcelain tiles
- Ceramic tiles
- Natural stone & granite
- Floor and wall tiles
Common problems we fix in Upton
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 after spotting something like this:
- Drill holes from removed fittings
- Cracked floor tiles
- Damaged tile edges
- Discontinued tiles you can’t replace
What your quote should include
- When it can be used again
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
What affects the price in Upton
Repairs from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many items we do on one visit
- What kind of damage it is
- What the surface is made of
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Send pictures for a quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- The material, if you know it
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the whole tiled area
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
If you are in Upton and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a tile means breaking it out, tracking down a matching tile and risking the tiles around it. Repairing it leaves the tile where it is. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Upton
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Same prices wherever you are
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our pricing.
The process
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. It generally takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- First the tile is cleaned and loose pieces removed.
- We fill the chip, crack or hole.
- We shape the repair flush with the tile.
- We match the colour and pattern by hand.
- We seal the repair to suit the finish of the tile.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job.
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Can I fix it myself?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. 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.
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, and the work is guaranteed.
Work for landlords and builders
If you manage property in Upton, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Your questions about tile repair in Upton
Can a cracked tile be fixed in place?
Often, yes, if it isn’t loose.
Do you cover the whole of Kent?
Everywhere in the UK, Upton included. There is no extra charge for travel.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
What information do you need?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We review the pictures and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.
What about drill holes in tiles?
Yes. Drill holes from old rails and shelves are a common job.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
