Our Lancaster installers are willing to make your bathroom safe in order to take care of yourself, by getting you the appropriate equipment.

Question 1

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

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

Question 2

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

Many walk in tubs are mounted to a stainless steel welded support framework with leveling feet that's included with your bathtub that was purchased. The flooring in the toilet must have a structural support strength that transcends the weight of the bathtub plus the weight of the water. Our Lancaster installer will check to ascertain when it is not whether the floor is level and otherwise, then they will make use of the leveling legs to correct the amount of the bath. Obviously, the prior tub will need to be eliminated. In addition, the wall or tile in area will need to be removed if replacing.

Question 3

3) What types of financing are available in Pennsylvania if insurance doesn't cover home modifications?

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance paths to think about when searching for aid to purchase your walk in bath. The USA Rural Development program is also called the Section 504 program, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program along with the RD 504 Loan Program. The alterations may include a walk-in tub. There are geographical and age, income requirements to participate. To find out more about the maximum quantities available, other limitations and just how to apply, visit http://eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov/eligibility/welcomeAction.do and click on your state after you click on the 'Contact Us' link. Following that, you can click on your own county along with a list of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance system for the elderly, you can check this list to determine whether there are any that contain home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national nonprofit that can possibly cancel the installation prices of a walk in bathtub, can be a great resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other alternatives to consider. The Internal Revenue Service may decide that your house modification qualifies for tax deductions as a medical and dental expense. There are also qualifications in order to assert an individual who requires attention as a dependent. Call the IRS to see in case you can deduct the price of installing your walk-in bathtub. IRS Publication 502 is a good resource that can enable you to judge whether altering your toilet qualifies you to deduct it as a medical expense. You may also phone them at (800) 829-1040. (5) The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification may also allow you to locate help to cover home modifications. Click here to learn more http://www.new-horizons.org/indcil.html or http://www.ilru.org/projects/silc-net/silc-directory (6) Some state housing financing agencies supply loan programs to help folks with disabilities or families living in a household with a member living with impairments including home modification programs that are part of the state Assistive Technology application. Just click here to learn more about this alternative http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 4

4) Can the shower be used still with a walk-in bathtub?

Yes. There are walkin bath installments that give you a large standing area for stand-up showers. You can shower sitting down or standing up. Ensure you get the correct dimensions for the walk in bath so you do not feel cramped during a stand-up shower. Also, another thing to keep in mind is always to ask about the faucet location, since if your faucet is not right against a wall, it is considerably harder to tap into your existing shower in case you'd like to maintain your standing shower.

Question 5

5) How do I know these tubs will fully seal and not leak out all over the floor?

Appropriate installation and initial testing should provide you with a leak-proof experience, nevertheless there are incidents where they experienced escapes, that customers report. Under suitable circumstances, the door seal should compress making it completely leak proof. Some units include another drain under the entrance door to help prevent escapes in the event the door does leak. If this attribute is comprised, ask. We highly advise that you get a lifetime guarantee, because it covers the seal along with the door in the case of a flow. In addition, it's very important to take good care of the walk-in tub door when the bath is not in use to prevent early failure of the seal. Wiping down door jamb and the door seal after each use can preserve the integrity of the water seal. Follow the maintenance as well as care instructions.

Question 6

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

Consumer Affairs advocates that a first owner buy a lifetime guarantee to give buyers peace of mind about flows. Also, ask if the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners as well. For a set amount of years, this will be contained for Pennsylvania home setups.

Question 7

7) Will a tub like this add to my Lancaster home’s resale value?

In case you live in a Lancaster retirement community, installing a walk-in bath may increase the value of your house. Otherwise, it probably won't raise the value of your house. Since changes to your toilet don't generally raise the value of your house, the price can be qualified for the medical expense deduction for tax purposes both federally and in Pennsylvania if the main goal of the enhancements is to adapt a home to the disability of the citizen, their partner or dependent living there.

Question 8

8) How much is it for a cheaper walk-in bathtub?

A cheaper fundamental version of the walk-in tub can really cost between $1,7000 and $3,000 in [

Question 9

9) What are some of the benefits of getting one?

The main benefit is that it eases your thoughts in case you have mobility issues, because depending on your situation, you have problem getting into the bath with no low step threshold or can slip on a regular bath. By making bath easier, the plan of a walk in tub can also make it much more suitable for folks who you depend on in your own life and enable you to live more independently. Sliding shower doors can pose a danger to elders or people that have mobility problems and the door for a walk in bath is conveniently made for ease of use. Aside from the benefits of security and availability, living independently in Lancaster is a real dilemma for people experiencing freedom problems. Other advantages include improved relaxation given all the attributes that are offered to you personally. It alleviates the distress associated with ailments that are common. It is a popular choice for people who enjoy taking baths, desire autonomy and need to feel safe and worry-free unimpeded by their mobility issue.

Question 10

10) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you enter the walk in bath, you close the doorway and seal it by pulling on the handle toward you. Make sure that the handle is locked so as to prevent any water decline. There are different kinds of handles determined by the model you decide to buy. Make sure it's a handle you could easily function. Following that, you close the floor drain and make sure that the anti-scald device has been preset before using the tub. If you plan on using jets, be sure to familiarize yourself with the operating instructions to gauge which speed works best for your requirements. Makers may also recommend a maximum time of use. Once you've finished your bath, turn the overflow knob or remove the drain depending on the kind of drain you must drain the water. Pull on the tub handle and leave the bath.

Question 11

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

Yes. Walk-in baths can be personalized to your preference. Check with the manufacturers about Pennsylvania choices. Shades which are uniform with most toilets are only offered by some. Picking the right walk-in bathtub for you means discussing the selection of layouts, sizes and fashions to make sure it satisfies your own special needs and room conditions. You might have to pay an additional fee for a custom shade since most manufacturers make tubs in cream and white.

Question 12

12) Are these tubs as easy to clean as normal tubs?

They are not difficult to wash, but unlike routine baths, itis a good idea to maintain a day-to-day cleaning habit with a walk-in tub utilizing the products that are right and following manufacturer's recommendations. You would like to actually make sure with a walk in bath that you remove scum and spots to safeguard the surface. Depending on whether you have hard water, soft water, or water, you'll see several types of deposits and stains on your own tub. Get into the habit of wiping down the wet surfaces after each use to help avoid the build up scum, which will need more scrubbing afterwards. Weekly, use cleansers to clean your walk-in bath. Products that address your specific water blot and deposits ought to be considered as well as any signs that these products may destroy the finish on your own tub. You need to get familiar with the most effective cleaning techniques for your kind of tub since tubs are usually either fiberglass or acrylic. Fiberglass is porous and brittle and can readily dull and spot. Acrylic is nonporous and simple to wash. Do not use abrasive cleansers otherwise you might dull the finish and scratch on the bathtub. Additionally, if the current weather permits, air out the room so that it doesn't remain humid all day. Some manufacturers recommend that your own bathroom window opens for an hour every day to let moisture escape.

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