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Question 1

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

Yes. There are instructions available on how exactly to convert your existing bathtub into a walk-in tub. We advise that you understand the best way to use the right tools so that you just don't end up with a non-working bath. There are firms in Iowa City that know just how to turn your disability that is tub more as well as your house accessible for less of an investment than alternatives. As installers, we know how to point you in the right direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we can help you make your house match your present needs, particularly if you've recently become disabled or are supplying an elderly individual care-giving in their own home or your residence.

Question 2

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

Yes, producers do offer do it yourself installments of a bath conversion kit. Depending on whether you possess the appropriate tools and specialized familiarity with the instruments, it's potential. Yet, lots of times, someone thinks it is going to be affordable to purchase all the tools that are proper. These tools can be expensive, so ensure you compare the cost of buying all the tools and also the expense of your time learning just how to install the kit together with the cost of a professional installation. Then the instructions might seem fairly simple, in case you are someone who does a lot of home improvements. Only make certain they examine the unit according to the instructions of the manufacturer's and the unit you purchased didn't get damaged during transportation.

Question 3

3) About how long does the installation process take with your Iowa City installers?

Once the bathtub arrives, an installation needs between one and three days of work in Iowa City. It really depends on the scope of the job. You should make us know whether there is a vital deadline involving a family member coming for a visit or a loved one's release from Iowa rehabilitation so that we can do the best we can to accommodate you.

Question 4

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

Consumer Affairs recommends that an initial owner purchase a lifetime warranty to give peace of mind to buyers about escapes. Also, ask if the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners too. For a set amount of years, this will probably be included for most Iowa dwelling installments.

Question 5

5) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you enter the walk-in bathtub, you close the door and seal it by pulling the handle toward you. Make sure that the handle is locked to be able to prevent any water decline. There are different kinds of handles depending on the model you choose to buy. Be sure it's a handle that you can easily operate. Then, you shut the floor drain and ensure that the anti-scald device has already been preset before utilizing the bath. Be sure to get familiar with the operating instructions to gauge which speed works best for your needs, in case you plan on using jets. Once you've finished your bath, turn the overflow knob or remove the drain depending on the type of drain you must drain the water. Pull on the bath exit and handle the tub.

Question 6

6) Will the cost of installation and equipment be covered by my disability in Iowa?

If your handicap was a result of a vehicle or work accident, check together with the right insurance carrier to find out if house adjustments resulting from your IA handicap are covered. Claims that contain Iowa City home modifications are admissible in insurance settlements. A person qualifies for Social Security disability benefits when they have worked in a job that was covered by Social Security and have a health condition that meets their definition of impairment. In the event you're on handicap or injured, benefits could be insured. Since SSI is a needs-based plan as well as an SSI recipient must have limited income and resources, eligibility for the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS) allows a person with a disability to achieve an occupational goal. The cash that's set aside under a PASS can be used for anything that leads to an occupational objective and can be utilized to cover house adjustments through an SSI savings strategy. You'll learn more about PASS through your local Social Security Administration office or call toll free 800-772-1213. If you are a veteran, the Department of Veterans' Affairs does offer individual plans that will assist you to deflect a number of the cost. There are Iowa dwelling modification grants that are available that might give you aid for the installation and purchase of a walk-in tub: (1) the Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant; (2) the Special Home Variation (SHA) Grants; along with the Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant. You can also ask if you meet the requirements for the which is modeled after Medicaid's Consumer Directed HCBS, or the VA Aid and Attendance, Housebound and other Pensions. Contact the form 26-4555 to apply for a SAH or SHA grant. For advice on all VA benefits in Iowa call 1 800 827 1000.

Question 7

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

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

Question 8

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

Yes. There are walk in tub installments that offer you a sizable standing place for standup showers. You can either shower standing up or sitting down. Ensure you get the correct dimensions for the walk in bathtub so you do not feel cramped during a stand up shower. Also, should you wish to maintain your standing shower since if your faucet isn't right against a wall, it is considerably more difficult to tap into your existing shower, another thing to keep in mind would be to ask about the faucet location.

Question 9

9) Can I make one of these myself?

Yes, but most people don't start from scratch, they begin with a bathtub conversion kit. There are instructions available on how exactly to convert your existing bathtub into a walk in tub. We recommend that you just understand how exactly to make use of the correct tools so that you don't end up with a non-working tub. There are companies that know the best way to turn your house as well as your handicap that is bath more reachable for less of an investment than alternatives. As Iowa installers, we know just how to direct you in the proper course, so please ask us for a consultation so we can help you make your house fulfill your current wants, especially if you've recently become disabled or are providing an elderly person care-giving in their own home or your house.

Question 10

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

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance avenues to take into account when searching for aid to buy your walk in bath. (1) The US Department of Agriculture helps low income and elderly residents of rural areas make house modifications to enable aging in position. The USA Rural Development plan is also referred to as the Section 504 program, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program as well as the RD 504 Loan Program. The adjustments can include a walk-in tub. There are age, income and geographic demands to participate. Following that, you can click on your own county along with a record 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 include home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national non profit that can possibly cancel the setup costs of a walk in bath, can be a great resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other choices to consider. The IRS may determine your house alteration qualifies for tax deductions as a dental and medical expense. This shouldn't be confused with the Dependent Care Tax Credit, which is used for dependent care expenses incurred by a citizen that was primary to enable them to work rather than caring for their dependent. There are also qualifications to be able to assert an individual who needs care as a dependent. Call the IRS to find out if you're able to deduct the cost of installing your walk-in bathtub. IRS Publication 502 is a good resource that will assist you to estimate whether changing 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 pay for home modifications. Click here to find out 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 family with a member living with handicaps including home modification programs that are part of the state Assistive Technology application. Click here to find out more about this option http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 11

11) Will AETNA cover the cost of equipment and installation in Iowa?

Aetna will not cover walkin tubs under their plans that are traditional in Iowa. They generally follow Medicare's criteria for durable medical equipment (DME) items used in the bathroom. In case the member is bed- confined or room - confined some DMEs are considered medically necessary, instead of a public toilet. DMEs are considered medically necessary if it's vital for day-to-day activities and is primarily medical in nature. Since bathing considered essential and is considered a daily living action, toilet items which are considered medically necessary if a member is unable to bathe or shower without being seated or incapable to transfer to and from a bathtub are listed by Aetna.

Question 12

12) How much do walk-in bathtubs cost in Iowa City?

A walk in bathtub in Iowa City generally ranges in cost from $1,700 to over $30,000. The cost also changes depending on whether you select acrylic or fiberglass tubs. Everybody differs and ensuring that a walk-in tub works for someone 's unique position is quite critical since it's typically replacing a washing or bathtub assembly that isn't satisfying their needs. A good walk in bathtub runs between installed. and $8,000 $3,000 Some suppliers offer monthly obligations or a cash bonus.

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