Towns built on coal
These three towns grew up around the west Fife coalfield. Cowdenbeath was a handful of farms and a coaching stop until the railway arrived in 1848 and pits were sunk across the area from around 1850. Its population roughly doubled between 1890 and 1900, earning it the nickname "Chicago of Fife". Kelty grew as a mining village from about 1850, and most of its housing was built in the mid-20th century. New housing is still being built in Lochgelly and Kelty.
So bathrooms here range from rooms in older mining-era houses to mid-century homes and brand-new builds.
Older and mid-century homes
If your bathroom has been changed bit by bit over the years, a full refit is a chance to sort out old pipework, tired walls and an awkward layout in one go. Popular changes include a walk-in shower in place of the bath and wall panels instead of old tiles.
Newer homes
In newer houses, the job is usually an upgrade: a better shower, a new suite, new bathroom flooring, or a full bathroom renovation to a style you've chosen.
A word about mining subsidence
Mining subsidence has damaged parts of Cowdenbeath over the years. If you notice new cracks in walls or ceilings, doors that start to stick, or floors that seem to have moved, get them checked before you refit the room. A new bathroom fitted over an unresolved problem won't last.
The Mining Remediation Authority handles claims for damage caused by coal mining. A chartered surveyor can confirm whether damage is mining-related, and it's best to get advice before carrying out repairs. Once any problem is dealt with, we can fit the new bathroom.
Accessible bathrooms
If someone at home is finding the bath difficult, a level-access shower or wet room can help. Fife Council can help pay for adaptations after an assessment; our guide to accessible bathroom grants explains how.
Everything else we fit
Frequently asked questions
Do you cover Lochgelly and Kelty?
Yes. We cover Cowdenbeath, Lochgelly and Kelty.
I've got cracks in my bathroom walls. Should I refit?
Find out what's causing them first. If there's any chance of mining subsidence or other movement, get it checked by a surveyor before any work.
Can you fit a bathroom in a new-build home?
Yes. We upgrade bathrooms and en-suites in newer homes as well as older ones.
Can you swap my bath for a walk-in shower?
Usually, yes. We'll look at the space and the drainage before recommending a layout.
Are your quotes free?
Yes. Quotes are free anywhere in Cowdenbeath, Lochgelly and Kelty.
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