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Question 1

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

Many walk-in baths are mounted to a stainless steel welded support framework with leveling feet that's included with your bath that was bought. The floor in the toilet has to have a structural support strength that transcends the weight of the bathtub plus the weight of the water. Our Chattanooga installer will check to determine when it is not whether the floor is level and otherwise, then they are going to make use of the leveling legs to adjust the amount of the bath. Of course, the last tub will have to be eliminated. In addition, the if replacing tile or the wall in the area will need to be removed.

Question 2

2) How much do walk-in bathtubs cost in Chattanooga?

A walk in tub in Chattanooga commonly ranges in cost from $1,700 to over $30,000. The cost depends upon whether you have it professionally installed by our Tennessee team, what characteristics you choose, along with the quality of the item. The price also varies depending on whether you choose fiberglass or acrylic bathtubs. Everyone differs and making sure that a walk in bath works for somebody 's unique circumstances is very critical as it is usually replacing a bath or bathtub assembly that's not fulfilling their needs. A superb walk in bath runs between $3,000 and $8,000 installed. Some providers offer monthly premiums or a cash bonus.

Question 3

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

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance paths to consider when looking for assistance to buy your walkin bathtub. (1) The US Department of Agriculture helps low income and elderly residents of rural areas make house modifications to enable aging set up. The USA Rural Development program is also known as the Section 504 plan, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program along with the RD 504 Loan Program. The alterations can have a walk-in tub. There are geographical and age, income demands to participate. Following that, you can click on your county as well as a listing of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance program for the elderly, you can check this list to see whether there are any that contain home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national non-profit that can maybe cancel the installation costs of a walk in tub, can be a good resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other choices to consider. The IRS may determine your home alteration qualifies for tax deductions as a medical and dental expense. This should not be confused with the Dependent Care Tax Credit, which is used for dependent care expenses incurred by a citizen that was primary to empower them to work instead of caring for their dependent. There are also qualifications to be able to claim an individual who requires attention as a dependent. Call the IRS to find out if you can deduct the cost of installing your walkin bath. IRS Publication 502 is a great resource that will assist you to judge whether modifying your bathroom 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 help you locate help to cover home modifications. Click here to find out more http://gero.usc.edu/nrcshhm/ (6) Your local Independent Living Center (ILC) is a beneficial resource for suggestions on how to pay for your modifications. Just click here to find out more about this alternative http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 4

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

Yes. There are instructions available on how to convert your existing bathtub into a walk in bath. We recommend that you simply understand how to make use of the tools that are correct so that you just don't end up with a non-working tub. There are companies in Chattanooga that know the way to turn your handicap that is bath more along with your house accessible for less of an investment than other options. As installers, we understand how to direct you in the right direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we are able to assist you in making your house match your present wants, especially if you've recently become disabled or are supplying an elderly person care-giving in their own house or your residence.

Question 5

5) Is there a way to re-sell the tub once we are done with it?

You can re sell or locate used walk-in tubs being sold online. However, lots of people generally wish to make sure that they're purchasing a walk in tub that personally meets with their needs for the long-term. They're not as inclined to take a huge risk by paying all of the costs related to transportation as well as the removal of their existing bath without a bit more investment and assurance in quality and the status of their purchase. There isn't actually a big marketplace for plumbing fixtures that are used. In the event you're unsure how long you're going to be at your Chattanooga residence and can not justify a long-term care solution of a major walkin tub setup, then there are simple step retrofits that give you the ability to return the toilet to an unmodified bathroom to avoid turning potential buyers away who don't need to pay for a huge removal. Finally, if you do think you could try to resell your walk-in tub, the following buyer might want to understand if the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners as well or if they are going to have to cover the costs associated with a door seal or alternative component damages that may occur with use.

Question 6

6) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you go into the walk-in tub, you close the doorway and seal it by pulling the handle toward you. Make sure that the handle is locked in order to prevent any water loss. There are various kinds of handles depending on the model you choose to purchase. Make certain it's a handle that you could quickly work. Following that, you shut the floor drain and ensure that the anti-scald device has already been preset before utilizing the bath. Makers might also advocate a maximum time of use. When you've completed your bath, remove the drain determined by the kind of drain or turn the overflow knob you have to empty the water. Pull on the bathtub exit and handle the tub.

Question 7

7) About how long does the installation process take with your Chattanooga installers?

Once the tub arrives, an installment requires between one and three days of work in Chattanooga. It certainly depends on the extent of the work. You need to let us know if there's a vital deadline involving a family member coming for a visit or a loved one's release from Tennessee rehabilitation so that we can do the best we can to accommodate you.

Question 8

8) How do walk-in tubs drain?

Some systems use a gravitation simply drainage system, while other manufacturers offer power-assisted drainage systems. Usually, the drainage system in a walk-in bathtub is attached to the standard tub drain, which is threaded into a flat pipe called a waste shoe. The shoe is sealed under its flange with a foam washer or putty. Some features may cost you more, therefore it's almost always advisable to inquire. Finally, get to know the difference between frameless tubs since frameless baths tend to empty quicker than framed tubs, because they do not alter the drain height of your existing tub and framed baths. Framed tubs are assembled on a steel frame and the base of the bath is suspended off the floor. Frameless tubs are made with an extra-strength mold that doesn't require a steel framework and the bottom of the bathtub isn't suspended in the air.

Question 9

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

Yes. Check with the manufacturers about Tennessee options. Some offer shades which are uniform with the majority of toilets. Picking the right walk-in bathtub for you means discussing the variety of fashions, sizes and layouts to make sure it satisfies your own special needs and room requirements. Since most makers make tubs in cream and white, you may need to pay an added fee for a custom colour.

Question 10

10) Can I make one of these myself?

Yes, but most individuals don't start from scratch, they begin with a bathtub conversion kit. There are instructions available on how to convert your existing bathtub into a walk in tub. We advise that you simply understand just how to use the tools that are proper in order that you just do not end up with a non-working bathtub. There are businesses that know just how to turn your tub more disability along with your house accessible for less of an investment than alternatives. As Tennessee installers, we understand how to direct you in the proper direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we can assist you to make your house meet your present wants, especially if you have recently become disabled or are supplying an elderly man care-giving in their house or your home.

Question 11

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

Yes. Be mindful of the quantity of air and water that comes out of the jets to be sure it's the proper amount which will soothe your sore muscles and aches with a massage sense. Jets may be placed to target special areas to provide for the greatest effects. Many Chattanooga customers take pleasure in the therapeutic effect of having jets installed within their walk-in bath for a wide range of health conditions that gain from the easiness that is additional.

Question 12

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

Many updated homeowner's insurance policies protect against flooding from your plumbing and appliances. Check with your Chattanooga homeowner's insurance to ensure it will cover you against this kind of damage. You may need a home alteration license from the Chattanooga, TN building department to set up a tub, particularly when walls need to be eliminated to fit your toilet plans. Most importantly, you didn't get one AND and in case you needed a license your house suffers from damage from the installed walk in bath, your losses may not be covered by your homeowner's insurance. In case you plan on selling your Chattanooga home, there are lots of buyer beware messages out there which will direct prospective buyers from your home since it does affect homeowner's insurance, if there have been any advancements without licenses. Buyers see their homeowners insurance as well as the permits as protections on their investments in houses.

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