Finally quit worrying about day-to-day bathing and reclaim autonomy and more freedom in your everyday life in Waterloo.

Question 1

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

You can re-sell find or used walk-in tubs being sold online. Yet, many folks typically want to make sure that they're purchasing a walk in tub that personally meets their needs for the long term. They're much less likely to take a huge risk by paying all the costs associated with transport and also the removal of their present tub without a little more investment and guarantee in the condition along with quality of their purchase. There's not actually a huge market for used plumbing fixtures. Eventually, should you think you could attempt to resell your walk in tub, the following buyer might want to know whether the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners as well or if they're going to need to cover the costs related to a door seal or alternative component damages that will occur with use.

Question 2

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

If your disability was a result of a vehicle or work injury, check with the right insurance carrier to determine if house modifications resulting from your IA impairment are covered. Claims that include Waterloo dwelling adjustments are admissible in insurance resolutions. Someone qualifies for Social Security disability benefits when they have worked in a job that was covered by Social Security and have a health condition which meets their definition of impairment. Benefits may be insured if you're on handicap or injured. Since SSI is a needs-based program plus an SSI recipient must have limited income and resources, eligibility for the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS) allows a person who has a disability to attain an occupational goal. The cash that is set aside under a PASS could be used for anything that leads to an occupational goal and can be utilized to cover house modifications through an SSI savings plan. If you're a veteran, the Department of Veterans' Affairs does offer individual programs that will assist you to deflect a number of the cost. Contact the form 26-4555 to make an application for SHA or SAH grant. For advice on all VA benefits in Iowa call 1-800-827-1000.

Question 3

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

Yes. Walk-in tubs can be personalized to your taste. Check with the producers about Iowa alternatives. Colors that are uniform with most toilets are only offered by some. Choosing the right walk in tub for you means discussing the number of layouts, sizes and fashions to make sure it suits your own special needs and room conditions. You may need to pay an additional fee for a custom color since most manufacturers make bathtubs in white and cream.

Question 4

4) Will a tub like this add to my Waterloo home’s resale value?

If you reside in a Waterloo retirement community, installing a walk-in bathroom may increase the value of your house. It probably won't raise the value of your home. Since modifications to your toilet don't normally increase the value of your home, the cost could be qualified for the medical expense deduction for tax purposes both federally and in Iowa if the primary purpose of the enhancements would be to accommodate a home to the impairment of the taxpayer, their partner or dependent living there.

Question 5

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

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

Question 6

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

Consumer Affairs advocates that an owner that is initial buy a lifetime warranty 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 amount of years, this will probably be contained for Iowa dwelling installations.

Question 7

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

Yes, makers do offer do-it-yourself installments of a bathroom conversion kit. Depending on whether you have the best tools and specialized acquaintance with the tools, it's not impossible. Nevertheless, many times, someone believes it is definitely going to be inexpensive to buy all the appropriate tools. These tools could be costly, so be sure you compare the cost of buying all of the tools as well as the expense of your time learning just how to install the kit together with the expense of a professional setup. Then the directions may seem pretty easy in the event you're someone who does a large amount of home improvements. Simply make sure that the unit you bought didn't get harmed during transportation and the unit is tested by them according to producer 's instructions.

Question 8

8) How do walk-in tubs drain?

Some systems apply a gravitation just drainage system, while other makers offer power assisted drainage systems. Normally, the drainage system in a walk-in bathtub is attached to the standard tub drain, which is threaded into a horizontal pipe called a waste shoe. The shoe is sealed with a foam washer or putty under its flange. Since a bather cannot leave the tub until all the water is emptied, the big difference is that since sitting there waiting for the water can leave a bather feeling chilled, manufacturing companies have attempted to decrease the waiting time. Comparing double drain choices to quick drain alternatives is vital when considering that most walk-in tubs take between 2 and 3 minutes to drain which requires that the temperature in the room be comfortable while they wait. Some features may cost you more, so it is almost always a good idea to inquire. Finally, get to know the difference between frameless tubs and framed baths since because they do not change the drain height of your existing bath frameless baths tend to drain faster than framed baths. Framed baths are assembled on a steel framework and also the base of the bathtub is hung off the ground. Frameless tubs are made with an extra-strength form that really doesn't require a steel frame and the bottom of the bath is not suspended in the air.

Question 9

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

Appropriate installation and initial testing should give you a leak-proof 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 another drain under the entry door to help prevent leaks if the door does leak. If this attribute is comprised ask. We highly recommend that you get a lifetime warranty, because it covers the door in the instance of a flow and the seal. Replacement seals will cost you. Also, it is crucial that you take good care of the walk-in bathtub door when the tub isn't in use to prevent early failure of the seal. Wiping down the door seal and door jamb after every use can maintain the integrity of the water seal. Follow the maintenance and care directions. Also, any modest collection of debris or soil on the door seal or where the seal comes in contact with all the door jamb can result in a minor leak through the door seal, so constantly wipe down the door seal.

Question 10

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

Mainly you're paying for a list of safety features that are unavailable on a regular bathtub. These safety features are built into walk-in baths for persons with limited freedom to decrease the possibility of falling down. An important feature of walk-in tubs is that there's a low step threshold to permit a user to readily enter into the tub unconcerned in regards to the conventional high wall of a regular bathtub. The walk in baths also normally contain a cleaning function, jet therapy, and improved drain options. Furthermore, one of the reasons why the price varies among the walk in baths is that the tubs are custom-made depending on an individual 's demands rather than factory reproduced, so you can find a tub that's especially made for somebody who desires wheelchair accessibility, a tub that fits a bigger person, or a soaker tub with jets.

Question 11

11) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you enter the walk in bathtub, you shut the doorway and seal it by pulling on the handle toward you. Make sure that the handle is locked in order to avoid any water decline. There are several types of handles depending on the model you decide to buy. Make certain it is a handle that you can easily function. Following that, you close the floor drain and ensure the anti-scald device has already been preset before utilizing the tub. Once the tub fills to the desired depth, your bath is prepared. Ensure that you familiarize yourself with the operating instructions to judge which speed works best for your needs, if you plan on using jets. When you've finished your bath, turn the overflow knob or remove the drain depending on the kind of drain you must empty the water. Pull on the tub exit and handle the bath.

Question 12

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

Yes. There are walkin bathtub installments that offer you a sizable standing place for stand up showers. You can either shower standing up or sitting down. Be sure to get the correct dimensions for the walk-in bath so that you don't feel cramped during a standup shower. Also, another thing to keep in mind is to ask about the faucet location, because if your faucet is not right against a wall, it is significantly more difficult to tap into your existing shower in case you'd like to keep your standing shower.

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