The Burnham crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Cook County. Bathing stays at home, where it belongs.
One number reaches the people who fit the tubs. Say what the bathroom is like and we take it from there.
(844) 578-1861Take your time on the phone. Who does the bathing, how they get around today, the size of the bathroom and the doorways on the way in: that is all we need to set a date for the visit.
Every single day we hear about someone slipping on wet bathroom tiles.
This happens because standard tubs have high walls that require tricky balance to step over.
By choosing to retrofit your bathroom with a secure low-threshold step-in bathing unit you can easily avoid these scary situations altogether.
Our professional crew is ready to help you regain your independence right at home.
Because of this commitment we travel directly to your house to look at your current layout.
Then we give you a detailed breakdown of the project without charging you a single dime for the visit.
You deserve to feel completely secure during your daily hygiene routine.
Which is why our leak-proof doors and integrated seating options make such a massive difference.
Simply pick up the phone to request your on-site estimate and start planning your upgrade.
Many folks worry that modifying their bathroom will turn into a never-ending construction nightmare.
Fortunately our specialized team has streamlined the entire teardown and replacement method down to a science.
We carefully extract your old porcelain basin and inspect the underlying wooden subfloor for any hidden water damage before proceeding.
This thorough inspection ensures that your new heavy-duty fiberglass or acrylic shell sits on a perfectly level foundation.
To achieve this goal we adjust the leveling legs on the steel support frame underneath.
This step prevents any shifting over time which keeps the watertight door seal working flawlessly for decades.
| Installation Step | Key Benefit for You |
|---|---|
| Old Basin Removal | Clears out moldy drywall and outdated plumbing fixtures. |
| Floor Reinforcement | Creates a rock-solid foundation to support the heavy water volume. |
| Plumbing Realignment | Ensures rapid draining so you do not sit shivering waiting for water to empty. |
| Door Seal Testing | Guarantees zero leaks on your bathroom floor. |
After we secure the main shell we run new drain lines and install high-flow faucet fixtures.
This lets you fill the deep basin much faster than traditional setups.
On top of that we put in heated backrests and air jets if you want that extra touch of relaxation.
Not every house has a massive washroom area to work with.
This is why we offer compact models that fit perfectly into the standard five-foot alcove space.
You do not have to tear down any major load-bearing walls to get the safety features you need.
Sometimes you might prefer a larger bariatric model for extra room.
We accommodate those needs by adjusting the surrounding drywall and trim work.
Our tailored approach guarantees a snug fit that looks like it was built with the house originally.
To make the space even safer we always recommend adding strategically placed stainless steel grab bars.
These bars give you reliable leverage when you transition from standing to sitting.
Additionally we install slip-resistant textured flooring inside the basin to keep your feet planted firmly.
You can also choose thermostatic control valves to prevent sudden temperature spikes.
This protects your skin from accidental scalding if someone else runs water elsewhere in the house.
We think about these small details so you can focus entirely on enjoying your warm bath.
Living in this cozy corner of Cook County means we understand the unique plumbing quirks of older homes.
Many residences built around here feature cast iron pipes that require gentle expert handling during a remodel.
Our familiar team knows how to navigate these challenges without causing expensive structural damage.
With a local population of 4,189 residents we treat every customer like a close neighbor.
We know that the median household income is around $43,983 so we keep our pricing fair and accessible.
This focus on honest work has made us the preferred choice for homeowners in the 60409 ZIP code area.
Working with us means you get personalized service from start to finish.
We do not use high-pressure sales tactics or hide extra fees in the fine print.
Instead we focus on delivering top-notch craftsmanship that genuinely improves your daily quality of life.
Many people assume that upgrading to a secure easy-access soaking unit is out of their financial reach.
However we offer various configurations and material choices that keep the project highly affordable.
By utilizing your existing plumbing locations we save you thousands of dollars in major rerouting costs.
This smart planning allows us to finish most jobs in just a couple of days.
Which means you experience minimal disruption to your daily routine while we work.
We clean up every speck of dust and haul away the old debris so your home stays tidy.
Investing in your home safety also increases the overall value of your property.
Should you ever decide to sell future buyers will love the accessible features already in place.
But more importantly you get to enjoy peace of mind starting the very day we finish the job.
Every person has different physical requirements and comfort preferences.
For instance some folks need a deeper seat to relieve lower back pain.
Others might require a very low step-in threshold of less than three inches because of knee stiffness.
During our consultation we measure your range of motion to find the absolute best fit.
This customized evaluation ensures that the door latch is easy for your hands to grip and lock.
We even look at the placement of the handheld shower wand so it is always within arm's reach.
Our primary goal is to build a space where you do not need help from anyone else.
Being able to bathe privately is incredibly important for maintaining your personal dignity as you age.
We take great pride in making that independence a reality for families across Illinois.
There is absolutely no reason to keep risking a dangerous fall in your old slippery tub.
Our friendly team is standing by to answer your questions and guide you through the layout options.
We provide a clear written estimate with no hidden clauses so you know exactly what to expect.
Simply reach out to us to schedule a convenient time for us to visit your home.
We will inspect your bathroom layout and discuss the best placement for your new setup.
Take this simple step today to make your home a much safer place to live for years to come.
Three ideas carry the whole invention. Once they make sense, the rest of this page is just detail.
You open the door, walk in on a dry floor, sit down and close it. Only then does the water run. Because the door swings into the tub, the water itself presses it against its seal: the fuller the tub, the tighter it holds. The design cannot forget to be shut properly.
An ordinary bathtub asks you to swing a leg over a wall some fifteen inches tall, on wet tile, usually while holding nothing sturdier than a towel bar. A walk-in tub asks for a small step, about the height of a stair riser cut in half, with a grab bar placed exactly where your hand goes looking for one.
The honest cost of the sealed door is that you sit while the tub fills and while it empties. Makers answer with fast drains, often two of them, that send the water away in a couple of minutes, and with heated seats and warm air so those minutes pass kindly. We time both on your own plumbing at the assessment.
We install walk-in tubs, so you might expect us to always recommend one. We will not. If you have not enjoyed a bath in twenty years, a walk-in shower may serve you better, and we will say so at your own sink. Here is the honest picture.
| The question | Walk-in tub | Walk-in shower |
|---|---|---|
| What bathing feels like | A full warm soak, jets if you want them | A quick rinse, standing or on a bench |
| Time it asks of you | Longer: fill, soak, drain | Minutes, in and out |
| Floor space needed | Sits in the footprint of the old bathtub | Wants a little more open floor to work well |
| Budget, installed | Higher, because the door and seal are precision work | Often lower for a simple conversion |
| Sore joints and tired muscles | Warm water and jets do real, daily good here | No soak, so none of the soak's relief |
| Who tends to love it | People who cherish their bath and mean to keep it | People who shower quickly and want easy cleaning |
The deciding question is usually the first row. If the answer to "do you miss your bath" is yes, the rest of the table tends to follow.
We cut it free, shield the floors along the hallway and carry it out gently. Most old bathtubs are gone from the house before lunch.
Walk-in tubs are built to travel through ordinary doorways. Every door on the route gets measured at the assessment, so delivery day holds no surprises.
Your supply lines usually stay where they are. We fit the new valve, the hand shower and the quick drain, and check that your water heater can fill a proper soak.
The door is the heart of the tub, so it gets the slow, careful hour: aligned, adjusted and closed on its seal until the gap reads even all the way around.
When your tub has hydrotherapy, the pumps go in quiet, the lines are purged, and every control lands where a seated bather reaches it without leaning.
Panels and trim close the sides and the caulk lines are drawn clean. Then the tub is filled to the very brim once, and we watch the seal earn its keep.
We would rather tell you this before you fall in love with a tub. A walk-in tub is a home improvement, not medical equipment, and it is paid for out of the household budget the way a new roof or a rebuilt porch is. Anyone who tells you otherwise on a first phone call is selling harder than they are listening.
We make no claim about what any plan, programme or agency might do on your behalf, and we will not guess for them. Those questions belong to the people who administer them, and their answer is the only one that counts. Ask them directly, and ask before you commit to anything, including anything of ours.
What we can do is make the asking easy. Your quote arrives itemized, every line explained, so whoever needs to see it gets a precise document instead of a vague promise. That is the whole of what we control, and we would rather hand you that than a hopeful sentence about somebody else's money.
You tell us who bathes and how they get around, the rough size of the bathroom and how the tub would travel in. A few minutes on the phone, and a date for the visit.
We come to your home, measure the bathroom and every doorway on the route, and listen. No van full of tubs at the curb, no clipboard theatrics, no hurry.
A written quote follows, with each line explained in plain words: the tub, the work, the removal of the old one. Show it to your family. Sleep on it as long as you like.
One crew, one to three days. The old tub out, the new one plumbed, sealed and tested full. Your water is off for hours at a stretch, never for days.
Before we leave, we go through the door, the seat, the drain and the controls with the person who will actually bathe, until every part of it feels ordinary.
| The project | Usual bracket | What sits inside it |
|---|---|---|
| Walk-in soaker tub, installed | $4,000 - $8,000 | The tub, the door, removal of the old bathtub and the full fitting. |
| Hydrotherapy tub with jets | $6,000 - $12,000 | Water jets, warm air or both, with the pumps and controls they need. |
| Bariatric or wide-door tub | $7,000 - $14,000 | Wider seats and doors on a reinforced frame, sized at the assessment. |
| Removing the old bathtub alone | $450 - $1,200 | Folded into the lines above; priced apart only if you stop there. |
| Dedicated electrical circuit | $400 - $1,000 | Heated seats and pumps want their own breaker when the panel has no spare. |
| Walk-in tub and shower combo | $8,000 - $15,000 | One unit that soaks and showers, for households that want both. |
Your bathroom, your plumbing and the tub you choose set the final figure. That is exactly what the assessment is for.
| The feature | What it is | Why it counts |
|---|---|---|
| Low threshold | A step of about four inches into the tub | The climb over a bathtub wall is where most bathroom falls begin. Removing the climb removes the moment. |
| Seat at chair height | A molded seat near seventeen inches, like a dining chair | Sitting down and standing back up stay easy on knees and hips, with no lowering to the floor of a tub. |
| Grab bars where hands land | Fixed bars at the door and beside the seat | Balance never has to depend on a towel bar that was only ever meant to hold towels. |
| Textured floor and seat | Slip resistance molded into the tub surface itself | Wet feet keep their grip without rubber mats that curl, slide and grow things. |
| Anti-scald valve | A mixing valve that caps how hot water can arrive | Skin grows thinner with the years. The valve keeps a hot surprise from ever reaching it. |
You do sit in the tub while it fills, so the wait is real: usually a few minutes, depending on your water pressure and your heater. Many bathers spend it with the warm air running or the hand shower on their shoulders. At the assessment we run your own faucet and give you an honest minute count for your own bathroom, not a brochure number.
The door only opens once the water is gone, so the drain matters. Fast drain systems empty most tubs in about two minutes, and heated seats and warm air keep the chill away while they do. We will tell you plainly which tubs drain fastest on your plumbing around Burnham.
The door seals the way a ship's hatch does: the water itself presses it shut, so a good seal gets tighter as the tub fills. Every tub we fit is filled to the brim and watched before we call the job finished, and the seal carries the maker's warranty. If it ever weeps, we come back, and the trip costs you nothing.
Nearly always, because walk-in tubs are designed to travel through ordinary hallways and door frames. We measure the whole route at the assessment, front porch to bathroom. If a doorway is genuinely too narrow, you hear it from us at your kitchen table, never on delivery day.
Yes, and it happens all the time. We can hold the assessment while you are there in person, on the phone or on a video call, and the written quote goes to whoever is helping with the decision. The walkthrough at the end is always done with the person who will actually bathe.
No. We measure, we listen, we leave a written price, and your house is your own again. Some families decide that week and some take a season. The figure holds as written, and nobody from our side will camp on your phone line.
Pan around for the terrain and the distances; the place lists at the bottom of this page name each community we can drive to from here.
One sealed door between you and the bath you have been missing.
Call (844) 578-1861