Highland · Scotland
Toilet Chip Repair for Contin homes
Toilet chip repair in and around Contin: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips on the cistern lid
- Marks on the outside of the pan
How we handle toilet chip repair in Contin
Leaking cracks need the toilet replacing, and we will say so if we find one. We rebuild the damaged area and match it to the glaze, so the toilet stays in place. Whether it’s marks on the outside of the pan and chips on the cistern lid, we can help, on cisterns & lids, vitreous china and toilet pans alike.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. Avoid dropping heavy items and clean the outside of the pan gently.
- Location
- Contin (IV14)
- Area hub
- Highland
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair cannot fix
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- A crack that leaks water
- A crack through the bowl or trap
- A loose pan or leaking seal (that’s a plumbing job)
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Pedestals
- Porcelain
- Vitreous china
- Cisterns & lids
- Toilet pans
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. Prices are worked out job by job, from your photos. The main factors are:
- The material and finish
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether we combine several jobs
- What kind of damage it is
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Getting a price from pictures
You can normally get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- One picture of the whole toilet
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- One sharp close-up of the damage
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a toilet means a plumber and sometimes new flooring around the pan, and a matching cistern may no longer be made. A repair leaves it in place. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Contin
- No extra charge for your area
- Colour-matched on site
- Work done at your home or business
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Read our prices page.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Where we work around Contin
Contin (Gaelic: Cunndainn) is about 15 miles north-west of Inverness, in Highland. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in all 253 towns and villages in Highland.
Postcode districts we cover here: IV14. Local streets include Woodland Park and Craigdarroch Drive, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Contin, we cover Strathpeffer (1 mile east), Marybank (3 miles south-east), Blairninich (3 miles north-east), Garve (5 miles north-west) and Maryburgh (5 miles east). Larger places within reach include Inverness (15 miles south-east), Merkinch (14 miles south-east), Dingwall (6 miles east), Alness (15 miles north-east), Crown (15 miles south-east) and Millburn (15 miles south-east). For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.
Landmarks near Contin
Our clients here include homes close to Contin Church Of Scotland Parish Church. For rail, the closest station is Garve station, roughly 4.7 miles north-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Highland Museum of Childhood (1.8 miles north-east) and Brahan Castle (3.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Loch na Crann and Tollie Red Kites RSPB Reserve.
Also in Contin
Contin: your questions answered
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Do you work in Contin?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Contin. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Is there any odour?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
How the visit works
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. Once we’re there, the work takes one to two hours for most jobs. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We start by cleaning and drying the damage.
- Missing material is filled and rebuilt to the original shape.
- It’s sanded flush.
- We colour-match and finish the glaze.
- Finally we polish it into the surrounding glaze.
Getting ready for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Open a window if you can
Ask for a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
Advice
Common problems we fix in Contin
Most toilet chips happen while the bathroom is being fitted, or from a dropped lid or bottle. Cistern lids are a common casualty.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Chips on the cistern lid
- Pieces knocked off during fitting
- Marks on the outside of the pan
- Damage from dropped items
What your quote should include
- How the colour is matched
- How the room is protected while they work
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Who will actually do the work
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
