Bathroom Fitting & Refurbishment in Edinburgh
Beautiful, Fully Managed Bathrooms Built to Last
From a simple suite swap in Stockbridge to a full wetroom conversion in Morningside — McInally's handle every aspect of your Edinburgh bathroom project, from strip-out to final seal.
Our Work
Craftsmanship That Speaks for Itself
Bathroom Specialists in Edinburgh
Bathroom Specialists in Edinburgh
McInally's Plumbing & Heating provides bathroom fitting and bathroom refurbishment services across Edinburgh, managing everything from strip-out and plumbing to tiling, waterproofing and final installation. From compact en-suites in Newington to full family bathroom renovations in Corstorphine, we create bathrooms that look better, work better and are built to last.
If you already know what suite you want, we can install it. If you need help choosing fixtures, tiles and layout options, we can guide the whole process and manage your project from start to finish with one team and one clear point of contact. All work comes with a fixed-price quote and our full workmanship guarantee.
What We Tackle
Common Bathroom Challenges We Solve in Edinburgh Homes
Edinburgh's housing stock throws up specific bathroom challenges. Here's what our customers ask us to fix and improve most often.
Dated or Worn-Out Suites
Old avocado-coloured suites, cracked cisterns, and stained baths are no-brainers to replace. We strip out the old and install your new suite cleanly and correctly.
Poor Waterproofing & Damp
Failed silicone, cracked grout, and substandard wet area waterproofing cause damp to penetrate into walls and floors. We re-waterproof properly — and can carry out full leak detection and repair if water has already spread.
Weak Water Pressure in Showers
Edinburgh's water pressure can be inconsistent. We assess your system and recommend the right pump, shower valve, or header tank solution for a satisfying shower every time.
Inefficient Use of Space
Many Edinburgh flats have small, poorly planned bathrooms. We help redesign the layout — moving soil stacks, rerunning waste pipes — to make the most of the available space.
Slow or Blocked Bathroom Drains
Sluggish drains in an older Edinburgh property are often caused by partial blockages or undersized waste pipes. We clear, reconfigure, or replace drainage — see our dedicated blocked drains service for urgent cases.
Wanting a Wetroom
Converting to a wetroom requires correct tanking and drainage gradients. We've fitted wetrooms across Edinburgh and know exactly how to waterproof them for the long term.
Full Service
What Our Bathroom Fitting Service Covers
From the first phone call to the final sign-off, here's everything included in a full McInally's bathroom refurbishment in Edinburgh.
- Free site visit and detailed written quotation
- Full strip-out and responsible disposal of old fixtures
- Bath, shower, toilet, and basin supply and fit
- Shower enclosure and tray fitting
- Wetroom tanking and installation
- Full tiling — walls and floor
- Waste pipe and soil stack work
- Hot and cold pipework relocation
- Heated towel rail fitting and connection
- Silicone sealing and final snag check
Our Process
How Your Bathroom Refurbishment Works
A clear, managed process from first enquiry to finished bathroom — no nasty surprises.
Free Consultation & Quote
We visit your Edinburgh home, discuss your vision and budget, take measurements, and provide a detailed written quotation. No obligation — just clear, honest advice.
Design & Sourcing
Once agreed, we help you finalise your fixtures and tile selections. We have trade accounts with leading suppliers — saving you money compared to high-street retail prices.
Strip-Out & Installation
We strip the old bathroom, carry out all necessary plumbing and waterproofing, tile, and fit your new suite to the highest standard. One team, full accountability.
Snag, Sign Off & Enjoy
We carry out a thorough snagging inspection, address anything that isn't perfect, and hand over your finished bathroom with a full workmanship guarantee in writing.
Recent Work
Recent Bathroom Projects in Edinburgh
A few examples of the bathroom fitting and refurbishment work we've completed recently across Edinburgh.
Victorian Tenement Bathroom Transformation
A one-bedroom flat in Newington with a dated 1990s bathroom suite, stained tiles, and a failing shower tray. We stripped the room back to the walls, re-tanked the shower area, laid large-format grey tiles floor to ceiling, and installed a new back-to-wall WC, basin, and frameless shower enclosure. The layout was also slightly redesigned to improve circulation. Completed in 7 working days.
Family Bathroom Converted to Wetroom
A family home in Corstorphine wanted to convert their main bathroom into a fully accessible wetroom with a fixed glass screen rather than an enclosure. We tanked the full floor and walls to 1.8m, installed a linear waste channel with a gradient-screeded floor, and tiled throughout with a large porcelain stone-effect tile. A new wall-hung WC, concealed cistern, and wall-mounted basin complete the room. Heated towel rail connected to the central heating system.
What We Install
Bathroom Projects We Complete in Edinburgh
From a quick en-suite upgrade to a full wetroom conversion, here are the types of bathroom projects we carry out across Edinburgh.
Full Bathroom Refurbishments
Complete strip-out and renovation — new suite, new tiling, updated pipework, and a fully managed finish from first day to handover.
Wetroom Installations
Full tanking, gradient floor screeding, linear drains and waterproof wall systems — installed correctly to BS 8000 standards, in flats and houses across Edinburgh.
En-Suite Upgrades
Compact en-suites done well. We maximise every centimetre of space with wall-hung fixtures, large-format tiles, and slimline enclosures.
Bath-to-Shower Conversions
Replacing an underused bath with a walk-in shower or wetroom area — including moving waste connections, new screeding, and full tiling.
Small Bathroom Redesigns
Edinburgh's older flats often have awkward or inefficient bathroom layouts. We can reposition soil stacks, move waste runs, and redesign the space entirely.
Shower Room Renovations
Shower-only rooms refreshed with modern enclosures, new tiling, updated fixtures, and properly sealed wet area waterproofing throughout.
Planning Your Budget
What Affects the Cost of a Bathroom Refurbishment?
Bathroom costs vary significantly. Here are the main factors that determine the final price — so you can plan your budget realistically before you call us.
Size and Scope
A small en-suite swap costs far less than a full family bathroom conversion. The more fixtures, tiles, and pipework involved, the more time and materials are required.
Fixture and Tile Specification
The quality and style of the suite, tiles, taps and accessories you choose affects materials cost significantly. We can work to most budgets and advise on best value options at trade price.
Layout Changes
Moving soil stacks, relocating a toilet or repositioning a shower adds time and materials. A like-for-like refurbishment in the same footprint is always the most cost-effective route.
Wetroom vs. Standard Bathroom
Wetrooms require additional tanking, gradient screeding, and specialist waterproofing — typically adding 15–25% to the cost compared to a standard tiled shower area.
Condition of Existing Pipework
Older Edinburgh properties sometimes have lead or corroded copper pipework that should be replaced during the refurbishment. We'll advise if this applies after our site visit.
Electrics and Ventilation
Fan upgrades, shaver socket additions, and spotlights require a qualified electrician. We can coordinate these as part of the project — just let us know at quote stage.
Why McInally's
Why Edinburgh Homeowners Choose McInally's
A bathroom refurbishment is a significant investment. Here's why hundreds of Edinburgh homeowners trust us with theirs.
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One Contractor, Full AccountabilityWe handle plumbing and tiling under one roof — no finger-pointing between trades, no scheduling headaches for you.
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Fully InsuredFull public liability insurance on every installation — your home and new bathroom suite are protected throughout.
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Trade Pricing on MaterialsOur supplier relationships mean you benefit from trade prices on suites, tiles, and fittings — stretching your budget further.
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Guaranteed FinishFull workmanship guarantee on all installation work. We don't consider a job finished until you're completely happy.
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Detailed Written QuoteYou get a full itemised quotation before any work starts — no vague estimates, no surprise additions at the end.
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Realistic TimescalesWe give you a project timeline upfront and we stick to it. We know you need your bathroom back as quickly as possible.
Customer Reviews
What Edinburgh Customers Say About Our Bathroom Fitting
"McInally's transformed our tiny Newington bathroom into something we're genuinely proud of. They suggested moving the shower to gain space and the result is incredible. Tiling is immaculate."
"Full wetroom conversion in our Corstorphine house — completed in 6 days, exactly on budget. The finish is perfect and everything has stayed watertight. Exceptional work from a great Edinburgh team."
"Used McInally's for a full bathroom refurb in our Bruntsfield flat. Ryan managed everything — sourcing tiles, suite, and all fitting. No stress whatsoever and the bathroom looks stunning."
Full Project Management
One Team Managing Your Bathroom Project from Start to Finish
One of the biggest frustrations with bathroom renovations is having to coordinate multiple trades — a plumber, a tiler, a chippy — each with their own schedule and no shared responsibility for the final result. McInally's removes that problem entirely.
We manage every part of your bathroom project in-house, which means a single point of contact, a single schedule, and a single person accountable for everything from the strip-out on day one to the snagging walk-through on the last day.
- One point of contact — Ryan handles your project from quote to handover, so nothing falls through the gaps
- Less stress — you don't need to chase trades, manage sequences, or coordinate deliveries
- Fewer delays — work flows in the right sequence without waiting for another trade to turn up
- Clear accountability — one contractor owns the whole result, so there's no finger-pointing if something needs fixing
- Cleaner handover — a snagging walkthrough and written guarantee so you know exactly what's covered when we leave
Your dedicated project manager
From the moment you book, one person handles everything. No handoffs, no confusion.
Book a Free Site VisitDesign Guidance
Planning Your New Bathroom
Not quite ready to book? Here's a short guide to the decisions you'll need to make — so you can come to us with a clearer picture and get a more accurate quote.
Layout — Work With What You Have
Keeping your existing soil stack and waste positions in place significantly reduces cost. If you do want to reposition the toilet or relocate a shower, it's possible — but factor in the extra time and materials. We'll advise on the most practical layout during the site visit.
Bath or Shower — or Both?
If you rarely use a bath, converting that space to a walk-in shower often makes the room feel significantly larger and more practical. Families with young children usually prefer to keep the bath. We can show you what's possible for your room size and shape.
Is a Wetroom Right for You?
Wetrooms work brilliantly in Edinburgh flats and houses when done correctly. They suit people who want a clean, open look, accessibility, and easy maintenance. The key requirements are a solid subfloor to take the gradient screed and proper tanking throughout — we handle all of this.
Tiles and Finishes
Large-format tiles (600x600mm or bigger) make a room feel more spacious and have fewer grout lines to maintain. Matte finishes hide watermarks better than gloss. We can source tiles through our trade accounts or work with what you've already chosen.
Storage Planning
Consider where you'll store towels, toiletries and cleaning products before you finalise the layout. Recessed niches in the shower wall, vanity units with hidden storage, and tall cabinets all make a bathroom more liveable without adding to the footprint.
Heating Your Bathroom
A heated towel rail connected to your central heating system keeps the room warm and dries towels quickly. We can add or relocate one as part of the refurbishment — just let us know at quote stage so it's included in the price.
FAQs
Bathroom Fitting FAQs in Edinburgh
A standard full bathroom refurbishment usually takes around 5 to 8 working days, depending on the size of the room, the layout changes involved, and the materials you choose. We provide a clear project timeline as part of your written quotation so you know what to expect before work begins.
We can do either. We can source your bathroom suite, tiles and fittings through our trade suppliers, or we can install products you have already chosen yourself. If needed, we can also help you decide what will work best for your space and budget.
Yes. We install wetrooms in Edinburgh flats, tenements and houses, including the tanking, drainage and waterproofing needed for a proper long-term finish. The key is getting the floor preparation, falls and sealing right from the start.
Yes. Our bathroom fitting service covers the plumbing, bathroom installation, tiling and finishing work, so you do not have to coordinate multiple contractors yourself. This helps keep the project moving and gives you one team responsible for the final result.
Yes. We offer a fully managed bathroom fitting service in Edinburgh, handling planning, scheduling, installation and final snagging so you have one clear point of contact throughout the project.
Call us or use the contact form to arrange a free site visit. We will discuss your layout, style and budget, take measurements, and provide a detailed written quote with no obligation.
Yes. We can show you examples of completed bathroom refurbishments and wetroom installations in Edinburgh so you can see the quality of our finish, tiling and overall workmanship before going ahead.
Yes. We carry out the full strip-out and responsible disposal of your old bathroom fixtures and fittings as part of the refurbishment, leaving the space ready for the new installation.
Yes. All of our bathroom fitting work is backed by a workmanship guarantee, and any manufacturer warranties for supplied fixtures and fittings are passed on to you in writing where applicable.
Bathroom Fitting Across Edinburgh
Bathroom Fitting Across Edinburgh
- Leith & Portobello
- Morningside & Bruntsfield
- Stockbridge & Newington
- Corstorphine & Murrayfield
- Colinton & Balerno
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