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    Tile Repairs & Regrouting across South Australia

    Tile repairs and regrouting cover the jobs that fall short of a full retile: cracked or drummy tiles, crumbling grout, mouldy silicone and showers that have started to leak. SA Tiling Pro carries out this work for homeowners, landlords, property managers and businesses across Adelaide and all of South Australia, with free, no-obligation quotes.

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    Overview

    Tile Repairs & Regrouting done properly

    Repair work starts with finding the cause, not just the symptom. Adelaide's reactive clay soils move with the seasons, so a cracked floor tile can point to slab movement, a void in the adhesive bed or a missing movement joint. Drummy tiles usually mean the adhesive has let go of the substrate. Failed grout in a shower often traces back to a waterproofing membrane that has been breached. We inspect, tap-test and moisture-check the area first, so the repair holds.

    Good repair work is hard to spot afterwards. Replacement tiles are cut to match the existing layout and set flush with their neighbours. Old grout is raked out deep into the joint, not skimmed over, so the new grout bonds properly and does not flake. Colour is matched to the existing joints or the whole area is regrouted for a consistent finish. Silicone is replaced at every internal corner and junction, and the area is left clean and ready for use once cured.

    Preparation decides whether a repair lasts. When a tile is lifted, the old adhesive is removed to a sound substrate and any cracks or hollows are fixed before a new bed goes down. In wet areas, a regrout is not a substitute for waterproofing. Grout is porous, and under AS 3740 it is the membrane beneath the tiles that keeps water out of the structure, not the tiled surface. If our inspection finds a failed membrane, we say so and quote the proper fix rather than sealing over it.

    What's included

    • Cracked and chipped tile replacement

      Individual tiles are lifted and replaced without disturbing the surrounding area. Where the original tile is no longer made, we source the closest available match in size, colour and finish.

    • Drummy and loose tile re-fixing

      Hollow-sounding tiles are removed, the bed is cleaned back and the tile is re-set on fresh adhesive. Where a large area is drummy, we advise whether replacement is the better option.

    • Full and partial regrouting

      Old grout is raked out and replaced in bathrooms, kitchens, laundries, floors and outdoor areas. Colour can be matched to the existing grout or changed to suit.

    • Shower regrout and reseal

      Grout and silicone are stripped from shower floors, walls and screen junctions and replaced. Every shower job starts with a check for signs of membrane failure.

    • Silicone removal and replacement

      Mouldy or split silicone is removed from corners, bath edges, vanity tops and floor-to-wall junctions and replaced with a neutral-cure, mould-resistant sanitary silicone.

    • Grout sealing and epoxy upgrades

      Penetrating sealer applied to cement-based grout to slow staining and make cleaning easier. Where stain and chemical resistance matter, such as showers and commercial kitchens, we can replace cement grout with epoxy.

    • Movement joint installation

      Where cracking follows a straight line across a floor, a missing movement joint is often the cause. We cut and fill joints with flexible sealant in line with AS 3958.1.

    • Leak investigation and waterproofing repairs

      Leaking showers and wet areas are inspected to find the source. Where the membrane has failed, we quote a compliant repair to AS 3740 rather than a cosmetic regrout.

    Our process

    How we approach tile repairs and regrouting

    1. 01

      Free quote and inspection

      Send photos or book a site visit. We look at the tiles, tap-test for drummy areas, check the grout and silicone and, in wet areas, look for moisture and membrane problems before giving you a written, no-obligation quote.

    2. 02

      Matching tiles and grout

      We identify the tile and grout colour and source the closest match. If you kept spare tiles from the original job, they are the best option and we will ask about them.

    3. 03

      Removal and preparation

      Damaged tiles, old grout and silicone are removed with dust control in place. The substrate is cleaned back and checked before anything new goes in.

    4. 04

      Repair, regrout and seal

      New tiles are set and grouted, joints are regrouted and tooled, and silicone is applied to every junction and movement joint. Sealer goes on where it is specified.

    5. 05

      Cure and handover

      We clean up, confirm the curing time before the area can be used and explain how to look after the new grout and silicone.

    Materials

    Tile options we work with

    Not sure what to choose? We will talk you through what suits the space, the budget and the way it will be used.

    Cement-based grout

    The standard choice for most homes. Sanded grout suits wider joints, unsanded suits narrow joints and polished tiles. It is porous, so it needs sealing in wet and high-traffic areas.

    Epoxy grout

    Non-porous, stain-resistant and does not need sealing, which makes it well suited to showers, splashbacks and commercial wet areas. It is harder to apply and costs more in labour, so it should be installed by someone experienced with it.

    Porcelain and ceramic replacement tiles

    Most repairs use like-for-like tiles. Porcelain is dense and needs a diamond blade to cut cleanly next to existing tiles. Older ceramic ranges are often discontinued, so matching comes down to size, colour and surface finish.

    Natural stone

    Travertine, marble and slate can be repaired and regrouted, but they need pH-neutral cleaners and stone-suitable grout to avoid scratching and staining. Resealing the stone is usually part of the job.

    Mosaics

    Mosaic sheets on shower floors carry a lot of grout, which is why they tend to fail first. Regrouting mosaics is slow, careful work and is usually paired with resealing the floor-to-wall junction.

    Sanitary silicone

    Used at internal corners, bath and vanity edges and floor-to-wall joints where movement occurs. Neutral-cure, mould-resistant grades hold up better in steamy bathrooms and around pools.

    FAQ

    Tile Repairs & Regrouting questions

    Straight answers to the questions we hear most about this service.

    How long does regrouting take?
    A single shower or splashback is usually a one-day job, with the grout needing to cure before the area is used again. Larger floors or whole bathrooms take longer, and epoxy grout adds time. We confirm the schedule in the quote so you know when the area will be out of action.
    What affects the cost of tile repairs and regrouting?
    The main drivers are the number of tiles or square metres involved, how hard the existing tiles are to match, whether old grout has to be raked out by hand, and whether the substrate or waterproofing needs attention. Epoxy grout and natural stone take more labour. Regional jobs outside Adelaide include travel, which is set out clearly in the quote.
    Can you match my existing tiles?
    Often, yes. Spares from the original installation are the best match, so check the shed or garage first. Otherwise we source the closest available tile in size, colour and finish, and where an exact match is not possible we talk through options such as replacing a full row or using a deliberate contrast tile.
    Will regrouting fix a leaking shower?
    Sometimes, but not always. If water is getting in through cracked grout or failed silicone and the membrane beneath is sound, regrouting and resealing can stop it. If the membrane has failed, regrouting only hides the problem for a while, so we check first and quote waterproofing to AS 3740 where it is needed.
    Should I use epoxy or cement grout?
    Cement grout is cheaper, easier to apply and fine for most areas as long as it is sealed. Epoxy is non-porous, resists staining and chemicals and does not need sealing, which makes it a good choice for showers, splashbacks and commercial wet areas. We recommend based on where the grout is going and how much use it gets.
    How do I look after new grout and silicone?
    Keep the area dry for the cure period we give you, then clean with a pH-neutral cleaner rather than bleach or acidic products. Ventilate bathrooms after showering to limit mould on silicone. Cement grout benefits from periodic resealing, and we can advise on timing based on the area and how it is used.
    Where we work

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