Our Elmira team of installers is ready to make the daily task of cleaning yourself fun and easy with new equipment that virtually eliminates slips and falls in bathroom.

Question 1

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

Yes. Walk in baths can be personalized to your taste. Check with the makers about New York alternatives. Some only offer colors which are uniform with most toilets. Selecting the right walk in tub for you means discussing the variety of fashions, sizes and layouts to ensure it satisfies your own special needs and room requirements. Since most manufacturers make bathtubs in cream and white, you may have to pay an added fee for a custom color.

Question 2

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

Suitable installation and initial testing should offer you a leakproof experience, nevertheless there are events where they experienced leaks, that customers report. Under proper conditions, the weight of the water should compress the door seal making it completely leak proof. Some units comprise a second drain under the entry door to help prevent escapes if the door does leak. Inquire if this attribute is included. We highly recommend that you get a lifetime warranty, because it covers the seal as well as the door in the case of a leak. Many people replace the door seal on a walk in bathtub themselves. In addition, it's vital that you take great care of the walk in bath door when the tub isn't in use to prevent early failure of the seal. Wiping the door seal and door jamb down after each use can keep the integrity of the water seal. Follow the maintenance as well as care directions. Also, any little group of soil or debris on the door seal or where the seal comes in touch with all the door jamb can result in a minor flow through the door seal consistently wipe down the door seal.

Question 3

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

Yes. A walk in bathtub is not usually shorter than an average bath tub, which comprises about 2 1/2 feet of water on average. Some makers say that you just use exactly the same quantity of water as a shower that is typical if a standard shower is 7 minutes and you use 7 gallons of water a minute. Most of the walk-in baths available on the market have a 40-80 gallon capacity. In reality, many manufacturers advise that you've got a hot water tank that holds at least 50 gallons, though some bathtubs will work effectively if you fill them with 40-60 gallons.

Question 4

4) Are there any kits available for installing my own walk-in tub?

Yes, manufacturers do offer do-it-yourself installations of a bath conversion kit. Depending on whether you possess the best tools and specialized acquaintance with the tools, it's potential. However, lots of times, someone believes it is definitely going to be affordable to purchase all the tools that are proper. These tools may be expensive, so make sure you compare the cost of buying each of the tools and also the cost of your time learning how exactly to install the kit with all the cost of a professional setup. Then the instructions may seem fairly simple, in the event you are someone who does a large amount of home improvements. Only make sure they test the unit according to the manufacturer's instructions and the unit you purchased didn't get harmed during transportation.

Question 5

5) How much do walk-in bathtubs cost in Elmira?

A walk-in bath in Elmira typically ranges in cost from $1,700 to over $30,000. The price depends upon whether you have it professionally installed by our New York team, what characteristics you pick, and also the quality of the merchandise. The cost also fluctuates depending on whether you pick fiberglass or acrylic bathtubs. Everybody differs and making sure that a walk in tub works for somebody 's unique position is very crucial since it's usually replacing a bathing or bathtub assembly that isn't satisfying their needs. A superb walk-in bathtub runs between $3,000 and $8,000 installed. Some providers offer a cash bonus or monthly payments.

Question 6

6) 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 purchased tub. The floor in the toilet has to have a structural support strength that surpasses the weight of the tub plus the weight of the water. Our Elmira installer will check to determine if it is not whether the floor is level and otherwise, then they are going to make use of the leveling legs to adjust the level of the tub. Obviously, the previous tub will need to be removed. In addition, the if replacing the wall or tile in the region will have to be removed.

Question 7

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

In case you reside in a Elmira retirement community, installing a walk-in bathroom may increase the value of your own home. It likely will not raise the value of your dwelling. Since changes to your bathroom do not normally increase the value of your house, price can be qualified for the medical expense deduction for tax purposes both federally and in New York if the principal objective of the improvements will be to accommodate a dwelling to the impairment of the citizen, their partner or dependent living there.

Question 8

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

They're not difficult to wash, but unlike routine baths, it's advisable to keep a day-to-day cleaning habit with a walk in bathtub using the products that are right and following manufacturer's recommendations. You want to actually make sure with a walk-in bathroom that you remove spots and scum to defend the surface. Get into the habit of wiping down the surfaces that are wet after each use to help avoid the build up scum, which will necessitate more scrubbing later. Weekly, use cleaners to clean your walk in bath. Products that address your specific water spot and deposits should be considered as well as any indicators that these products may destroy the finish on your bath. Since baths are usually either acrylic or fiberglass, you want to familiarize yourself with the best cleaning techniques for your type of tub. Fiberglass can easily dull and is brittle and porous and spot. Acrylic is non-porous and simple to wash. Also, if the weather permits, air out the room in order that it doesn't remain humid. Some manufacturers recommend that your own bathroom window opens for an hour daily to let moisture escape.

Question 9

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

Consumer Affairs advocates that a first owner purchase a lifetime guarantee to give buyers peace of mind about leaks. Also, ask if the lifetime guarantee is extended to other owners too. For a set number of years, this will be contained for New York dwelling installations.

Question 10

10) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Occasionally, however, it's important to modify the pipes determined by the location of the drains. Installers may need to add a fitting to the existing wastewater conduit for a walk-in tub. Existing plumbing may allow for slower drain times or faster drain times.

Question 11

11) Will AARP cover the cost of equipment and installation?

AARP isn't a supplier of insurance, but contracts with insurers to make coverage available to AARP members. AARP will not make health plan recommendations for individuals and doesn't cover the cost of walk in bathtubs or any health needs. AARP does provide access to health care tools and coverage like other health plans and Medicare Supplement Insurance to members as a resource, but third parties provide member advantages. Check with the plans that are recorded in New York under AARP's membership services.

Question 12

12) About how much will one of these tubs cost to get installed?

The setup can really cost you approximately $1,500-$3,000 to be installed in Elmira. Occasionally the expense of the unit along with the installment is a better investment than paying for a caretaker.

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