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Question 1

1) 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 is included with your purchased tub. The flooring in the bathroom should have a structural support strength that surpasses the weight of the tub as well as the weight of the water. Our Athens installer will check to determine if it is not if the floor is level and otherwise, then they are going to make use of the leveling legs to adjust the level of the bath. Obviously, the last tub will have to be eliminated. In addition, the if replacing tile or the wall in the region will have to be removed.

Question 2

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

The most crucial advantage is that it eases your head when you have mobility issues, because depending on your own circumstance, you have trouble getting into the bath with no low step threshold or can slip on a regular bath. By making bath easier, the design of a walk in bath can also make it a lot more suitable for people who you depend on in your life and enable you to live more independently. Sliding shower doors can present a danger to elders or those with mobility problems along with the door for a walk in tub is conveniently made for ease of use. Besides the advantages of safety and availability, living independently in Athens is a real concern for individuals suffering from freedom issues. Other benefits include improved comfort given all the attributes that are offered to you. It relieves the distress related to common ailments.

Question 3

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

AARP isn't a provider of insurance, but contracts with insurers to make coverage available to AARP members. AARP will not make individuals health plan recommendations and doesn't cover the expense of walk-in tubs or some well-being needs. AARP does provide coverage like other health plans and Medicare Supplement Insurance and access to medical care tools to members as a resource, but member benefits are given by third parties. Check with the plans which are recorded under the membership services of AARP in Georgia.

Question 4

4) About how long does the installation process take with your Athens installers?

Once the bathtub arrives, an installment requires between one and three days of work in Athens. It really depends upon the scope of the work. You should make us know if there's a crucial deadline involving a family member coming for a visit or a loved one's release from Georgia rehabilitation so that we can do the best we can to accommodate you.

Question 5

5) How do walk-in tubs drain?

Some systems apply a gravity simply drainage system, while other makers offer power assisted drainage systems. Generally, the drainage system in a walk-in tub is attached to the normal bathtub drain, which is threaded into a flat conduit called a waste shoe. The shoe is sealed under its flange with putty or a foam washer. Since a bather cannot leave the tub until all of the water is drained, the big difference is the fact that since sitting there waiting for the water can leave a bather feeling cooled, manufacturing companies have attempted to decrease the waiting time. Comparing double drain options to rapid drain alternatives is significant when considering that most walk in bathtubs take between 2 and 3 minutes to drain which requires the temperature in the room be comfortable while they wait. Some attributes may cost you more, therefore it's always advisable to inquire. Finally, get to be aware of the difference between frameless baths and framed tubs since frameless baths tend to drain quicker than framed baths, because they do not change the drain height of your existing tub. Framed baths are constructed on a steel framework as well as the base of the bath is suspended off the floor. Frameless tubs are designed with an extra-strength form that does not demand a steel framework and the bottom of the bath is not suspended in the air.

Question 6

6) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Sometimes, however, it is necessary to change the plumbing determined by the positioning of the drains. Installers may need to add a fitting to the existing wastewater conduit for a walk-in bath. Present plumbing may allow for slower drain times or quicker drain times.

Question 7

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

You can re-sell locate or used walk-in tubs being sold online. Nevertheless, a lot of people normally wish to ensure that they are purchasing a walk-in tub that personally matches with their needs for the long term. They are not as inclined to take a huge risk by paying all of the costs related to transport as well as the removal of their existing bathtub without a bit more investment and guarantee in the state along with quality of their purchase. There isn't really a big market for plumbing fixtures that are used. If you're unsure how long you are definitely going to be at your Athens dwelling and can't justify a long-term care alternative of a major walkin bathtub installment, then there are simple measure retrofits that give you the ability to return the toilet to an unmodified bathroom to avoid turning potential buyers away who don't desire to pay for a huge removal. Finally, should you think you might try and resell your walk in tub, the next buyer may want to understand whether the lifetime guarantee is extended to other owners too or if they are going to need to cover the costs connected with a door seal or other part damages that will occur with use.

Question 8

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

Mainly you're paying for a listing of safety features which are not accessible on a regular bath. These safety features are built into walk-in baths for individuals with limited freedom to decrease the likelihood of falling down. Model wall heights are generally 37 to 47 inches tall and contain a built-in shower seat, textured flooring, grab bars, anti-scald valves, in-line heater, temperature controls, and a water-tight door. An essential part of walk-in tubs is that there's a low step threshold to allow a user to easily enter into the bathtub unconcerned about the normal high wall of a regular tub. The walk-in baths also typically include enhanced drain alternatives, jet treatment, and a cleaning function. Moreover, among the reasons why the cost varies among the walk-in tubs is that the baths are custom made depending on someone 's needs rather than factory copied, in order to find a tub that's specially made for somebody who needs wheelchair access, a bath that fits a bigger individual, or a soaker tub with jets.

Question 9

9) Can I make one of these myself?

Yes, but most people don't start from scratch, they start with a bathtub conversion kit. There are instructions available on how exactly to convert your existing bathtub into a walk in tub. We advise that you just understand how exactly to make use of the right tools in order that you just do not end up with a non-working bath. There are firms that know just how to turn your home along with your bath more disability reachable for less of an investment than other options. As Georgia installers, we understand just how to direct you in the correct direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we are able to assist you to make your house fulfill your current needs, especially if you've recently become disabled or are supplying an aged man care-giving in their home or your residence.

Question 10

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

The installation can really cost you about $1,500-$3,000 to be installed in Athens. Sometimes the cost of the unit and also the installment is a better investment than paying for a caretaker.

Question 11

11) Do Walk-In Bathtubs Leak?

Yes, they could leak. Consumers who bought poorer quality fiberglass in a framed walkin bathtub have reported that their walk in bathtub eventually demonstrated spider cracking in the ground region and then leaked. Another common complaint from people who purchased a lousy quality bath and attempted to save cash comes from door escapes. When purchasing a walk-in bath, make sure you purchase a lifetime guarantee, because as soon as the door escapes, the tub can't be used by you, until you repair the seal. Ensure that the walk in tub is powerful and rigid to prevent any flex that inhibits a water tight door. Mishandling and additionally during carrying any damage that may have happened can loosen fittings and cause leakage. Before using the walk in bath, it's significant that the bathtub is tested by the installer properly according to the instruction manual. If the tub is not installed degree with the supporting attributes provided, the water could create the door to leak and may have problem draining properly. Eventually, be sure to comprehend the hazards associated with the positioning of your walk-in tub, notably alcoves, because they have particular conditions to prevent leaking.

Question 12

12) Will Medicare cover the cost of equipment and installation in Georgia?

Medicare does not cover walk in tub equipment and installation costs in Georgia, because they are home alterations, not durable medical equipment. Durable medical equipment will not contain physical changes to a home, simply medical equipment and materials which are accustomed to help a patient in and out of bed or a seat, or make use of a shower or tub easier and safer. Consumer Affairs indicates that you might want to contact Medicare to see if (for freedom security reasons) a walk-in bath is justified to ascertain if the equipment may be partly compensated. More times than not, it won't be covered by them. But if you're qualified for Medicaid, your state's program may give you some financial assistance for a walk-in tub. You may qualify for a House and Community Based Service (HCBS) waiver to play for particular specialized medical equipment and accessibility adjustments. If you are a recipient of Medicaid and Medicare, you also had better think about the Dual-Eligible Special Needs Strategy. Medicaid offers a whole listing of waivers related to the elderly that we recommend that you review. Additionally, contact your Athens or Georgia Area Agency on Aging (AAA) to explore Medicaid Waivers and financial alternatives for long term care.

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