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Loose, lifted or hollow-sounding tiles — re-bedded with proper adhesive, grout and sealant.
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Mismatched Grout
New grout is almost always brighter than old, weathered grout; a pro will often "rake out" a larger area to blend the repair.
Blown Plaster
If the wall behind the tile is crumbly or grey, the tile won't stick; the plaster must be repaired first.
Discontinued Tiles
If a tile breaks during removal and you don't have a spare, finding an exact match for older UK tile ranges can be extremely difficult.
Dot and Dab
Tiles falling off in one piece often suggest they were "spot bonded" rather than having full adhesive coverage, which is a common but poor installation practice.
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Inc. VAT · 2026
Source: NMT quotes
Source: NMT quotes
Minimum Call-out FeeCovers travel and the first hour of labour.
£80–£150
Labour (per hour)Higher rates typically apply in London and the SE.
£45–£85/hr
MaterialsAdhesive, grout, and spacers.
£15–£60
Substrate RepairAdditional cost if the wall itself needs fixing.
£50–£150
Total Typical JobMost common for 1-5 tiles including finishing.
£130–£380
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