Plymouth · England
Toilet & ceramic chip repair in Ford, Plymouth
We travel to Ford for chip and break repairs to toilets, cisterns and other ceramics. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Pieces knocked off during fitting
- Damage from dropped items
Toilet chip repair at your home in Ford
We rebuild the damaged area and match it to the glaze, so the toilet stays in place. A crack that leaks can’t be fixed with a cosmetic repair, and we will tell you if that’s what we find. We’re often asked to fix damage from dropped items and marks on the outside of the pan, on cisterns & lids, toilet pans and vitreous china.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Ford and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work. Avoid dropping heavy items and use non-abrasive cleaners on the outside of the pan and cistern.
- Area
- Ford (PL1, PL2, PL3)
- Area hub
- Plymouth
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Why repair rather than replace?
A new toilet means a plumber and sometimes new flooring around the pan, and the matching cistern may be discontinued. A repair leaves it in place. Our toilet chip repair starts from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Same prices wherever you are
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
See our prices page.
About Ford
Ford is about 2 miles west of Plymouth, in Plymouth. We visit clients in Ford and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Ford is one of 59 places in Plymouth we cover.
Every address in PL1, PL2 and PL3 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Alma Road, Ryder Road and Oates Road, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Ford, we cover Stoke (1 mile west), Millbridge (1 mile south-east), Milehouse (1 mile north-east), Stonehouse (1 mile south) and North Prospect (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Burraton (4 miles north-west), Plympton St Maurice (5 miles east), Plymstock (3 miles south-east), Sherford (5 miles east), St Stephens (4 miles north-west) and Oreston (3 miles south-east). Being one of Plymouth’s larger places, Ford is somewhere we visit frequently.
Around Ford
Typical jobs here are in homes near Pear Tree Inn, City College Plymouth and Stuart Road Primary School. Also close by are Scott Medical and Healthcare College (within half a mile north), Plymouth Central Library (0.8 miles south-east), Victoria Park (within half a mile south-east) and Church of St Barnabas (under half a mile south-east). Ford’s nearest station is Devonport station, about 0.5 miles west. A little further out are Plymouth Castle (1.5 miles south-east) and Elizabethan House Museum (1.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Penlee Battery.
Common problems we fix in Ford
Toilets and cisterns usually get chipped during fitting, or from a dropped lid or bottle. Cistern lids are a common casualty.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Chips on the pan or rim
- Damage from dropped items
- Pieces knocked off during fitting
- Marks on the outside of the pan
Comparing quotes
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- When it can be used again
- What prep work is covered
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
How it works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take one to two hours, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- First the damaged area is cleaned and dried.
- Next we rebuild the missing piece to its original shape.
- We sand the repair level.
- The glaze is colour-matched and finished.
- Finally we polish it into the surrounding glaze.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Open a window if you can
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Getting a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the toilet, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Related advice
What toilet chip repair costs
Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Ford. The price reflects:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How much damage there is
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
How to get a fixed quote
Two or three clear pictures are usually enough. Try to include:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Any details about the material
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A wider photo showing the whole toilet
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
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FAQs for Ford
Which areas do you work in?
Across the UK. Prices don’t change with location.
Do you cover Ford?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Ford. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can a chipped toilet be fixed?
Yes. Chips to the pan, rim, cistern and lid are the most common jobs.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
What do you need from me?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, typically with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
What a repair cannot fix
We would rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A crack that leaks water
- A crack through the bowl or trap
- A loose pan or leaking seal (that’s a plumbing job)
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Vitreous china
- Toilet pans
- Cisterns & lids
- Pedestals
- Porcelain
Landlords, agents and businesses in Ford
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
