Quit worrying about skids and tumbles with new reachable bathroom fixtures, that make bathing and showering significantly easier and safer for individuals that are elderly.

Question 1

1) Why are these tubs so much more expensive than normal tubs?

Mostly you're paying for a listing of safety features which are not accessible on a regular bath. These safety features are built into walk-in baths for individuals with limited mobility to reduce the likelihood of falling down. Version wall heights are generally 37 to 47 inches tall and contain a built in shower seat, textured flooring, grab bars, anti-scald valves, in-line heater, temperature controls, and a watertight door. A crucial feature of walk in tubs is that there is a low step threshold to allow a user to readily enter into the tub unconcerned concerning the conventional high wall of a normal tub. The walk-in bathtubs also usually comprise enhanced drain choices, jet therapy, and a cleaning function. Also, among the reasons why the cost changes among the walk-in tubs is that the baths are custom made depending on a person's demands rather than factory replicated, so you can discover a tub that's specifically made for someone who needs wheelchair accessibility, a tub that fits a bigger person, or a soaker tub with jets.

Question 2

2) Is there any additional structural support needed before installation?

Many walk in bathtubs are mounted to a stainless steel welded support frame with leveling feet that is included with your bought bath. The flooring in the toilet has to have a structural support strength that exceeds the weight of the tub plus the weight of the water. Our Altoona installer will check to ascertain whether the floor is level and otherwise when it is not, then they will use the leveling legs to adjust the level of the bath. Of course, the prior tub will need to be removed. In addition, the if replacing, the wall or tile in the region will need to be removed.

Question 3

3) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Sometimes, however, it is essential to change the plumbing determined by the precise location of the drains. Installers may have to add a fitting to the present wastewater conduit for a walk-in bathtub. Existing plumbing may allow for slower drain times or quicker drain times.

Question 4

4) What sort of guarantees are there that these tubs won’t leak and damage my Altoona house?

Consumer Affairs advocates that a first owner purchase a lifetime guarantee to give peace of mind to buyers about flows. Additionally, ask if the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners as well. For a set number of years, this will be comprised for Pennsylvania dwelling installments.

Question 5

5) Will a tub like this look bad for my homeowner’s insurance in Pennsylvania?

Many upgraded homeowner's insurance policies protect against flooding from your pipes and appliances. Check with your Altoona homeowner's insurance to make sure it's going to cover you against this kind of damage. You may need a house alteration license from the Altoona, PA building department to install a bath, particularly when walls need to be eliminated to coordinate with your bathroom plans. Above all, you didn't get one AND somehow and in case you needed a permit your home suffers from damage from the installed walk in bathtub, your losses may not be covered by your homeowner's insurance. If you plan on ever selling your Altoona dwelling, there are lots of buyer beware messages out there that will direct potential buyers from your home if there have been any developments without permits since it does change homeowner's insurance. Buyers see their homeowners insurance as well as the permits as protections on their investments in homes.

Question 6

6) Will Medicare cover the cost of equipment and installation in Pennsylvania?

Medicare does not cover walk-in tub gear and installation costs in Pennsylvania, because they're house adjustments, not durable medical equipment. Durable medical equipment does not contain physical changes to a home, just medical gear and supplies that are accustomed to help a patient in and out of a chair or bed, or make use of a shower or tub simpler and safer. Consumer Affairs implies that you might want to contact Medicare to see if (for mobility security reasons) a walk-in bath is warranted to ascertain whether the equipment can be somewhat compensated. More times than not, it won't be covered by them. However, if you are eligible for Medicaid, your state's system may provide you with some financial assistance for a walk in bathtub. You may qualify for a Home and Community Based Service (HCBS) waiver to play for specific specialized medical equipment and availability modifications. In case you are a recipient of Medicare and Medicaid, you should also consider the Double-Eligible Special Needs Plan. This strategy is a portion of the Medicare Advantage plan for dual eligibles. Medicaid provides an entire record of waivers applicable to the elderly that we recommend that you review.

Question 7

7) Can I choose the color / style to match my interior decoration?

Yes. Walk-in baths can be personalized to your preference. Check with the producers about Pennsylvania choices. Shades which are uniform with most toilets are only offered by some. Selecting the right walk in bathtub for you means discussing the variety of styles, sizes and layouts to ensure it satisfies your own special needs and room requirements. You might have to pay an additional fee for a custom colour since most makers make bathtubs in cream and white.

Question 8

8) Do these tubs use more water than conventional tubs?

Yes. A walk in tub is generally taller than an average bath tub, which contains about 2 1/2 feet of water on average. Some manufacturers say that you simply use the exact same quantity of water as a regular shower if a typical shower is 7 minutes and also you use 7 gallons of water a minute. Most of the walk in baths on the market have a 40-80 gallon capacity. In fact, many manufacturers advise that you've got a hot water tank that accommodates at least 50 gallons, though some baths will work efficiently if you fill them with 40-60 gallons.

Question 9

9) Will AETNA cover the cost of equipment and installation in Pennsylvania?

Aetna doesn't insure walk in tubs under their conventional plans in Pennsylvania. They generally follow Medicare's standards for durable medical equipment (DME) items used in the toilet. In the event the member is bed- room or confined - confined some DMEs are considered necessary, as opposed to a public toilet. DMEs are considered medically necessary if it is essential for day-to-day tasks and is primarily medical in nature. Since bathing considered vital and is considered a daily living activity, Aetna lists toilet items that are considered medically necessary if a member is not able to bathe or shower without being seated or incapable to transfer to and from a bathtub.

Question 10

10) Can I convert my existing bathtub into a walk-in one?

Yes. There are instructions available on the best way to convert your existing bathtub into a walk-in bath. We advise that you just know how to make use of the appropriate tools so that you just do not end up with a non-working bathtub. There are firms in Altoona that understand the way to turn your disability that is tub more as well as your house accessible for less of an investment than other options. As installers, we know just how to direct you in the correct direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we are able to help you make your house fulfill your present wants, especially if you have recently become disabled or are supplying an elderly person care-giving in their own home or your home.

Question 11

11) Is there a way to get Jacuzzi jets in my tub?

Yes. Be careful of the amount of water and air that comes out of the jets to make sure it is the proper number that will soothe your sore muscles and pains with a massage sense. Jets can be placed to target special regions to provide for the greatest effects. Many Altoona customers take pleasure in the therapeutic effect of having jets installed in their own walk in tub for a broad array of health conditions that gain from the additional relaxation.

Question 12

12) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you go into the walk-in bathtub, by pulling the handle toward you, you shut the door and seal it. Make sure the handle is locked in order to avoid any water decline. There are different types of handles depending on the version you choose to buy. Make certain it's a handle you could quickly operate. Then, the floor drain close and make sure that the anti-scald device has already been preset before utilizing the tub. Your bath is ready once the tub fills to the desired depth. Manufacturers might also recommend a maximum time of use. After you have finished your bath, remove the drain determined by the kind of drain or turn the overflow knob you must drain the water. Pull on the bath exit and handle the tub.

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