The Dellwood crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Washington 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.
Getting in and out of a standard bathtub can feel like climbing a small mountain when your knees or back start acting up. Because of this common struggle, replacing that old high-sided basin with a leak-proof, low-threshold bathing unit makes daily life incredibly simple. If you want to regain your independence while enjoying a deep, warm soak, our team is ready to visit your home and provide a detailed, complimentary estimate today.
Stepping over a steep ledge on slippery tiles is a recipe for an accidental fall. By choosing a modern accessible bathing enclosure, you eliminate that dangerous hurdle entirely. This smart upgrade keeps you safe and lets you stay in the home you love for years to come.
Our local crew specializes in transforming cramped, hazardous spaces into beautiful sanctuaries of safety and coziness. We handle every single detail from plumbing to finish carpentry. Let us show you how easy it is to change your life with a custom bathing remodel.
Many folks worry about how these deep-soak systems actually work without spilling water everywhere. Well, they feature a heavy-duty marine-grade door seal that uses the natural pressure of the water to lock tight. This clever engineering ensures that not a single drop leaks onto your bathroom floor while you enjoy your hot bath.
Inside the basin, you will find a contoured, built-in seat that sits at a comfortable chair height. This means you do not have to struggle to lower yourself all the way to the floor. Instead, you just walk right in, sit down comfortably, and let the soothing water rise up around you.
Additionally, fast-draining technology has changed the game for modern bathing systems. Older models required you to sit shivering for ten minutes while the water slowly trickled away. Now, dual-drain systems pull the water out of the basin in under two minutes so you can step out quickly.
When you invest in this type of bathroom upgrade, you are really investing in your peace of mind. You will no longer feel anxious about slipping when it is time to get clean. That feeling of absolute safety is worth every penny.
| Feature of the System | Direct Benefit to You |
|---|---|
| Low three-inch entry threshold | No more tripping or struggling to step over high tub walls |
| Heated seating and backrest | Keeps your upper body warm while the basin fills with water |
| Hydrotherapy air and water jets | Gently massages sore muscles and arthritic joints to relieve pain |
| ADA-compliant safety grab bars | Provides rock-solid stability when standing up or sitting down |
Beyond the physical safety, the therapeutic benefits of a deep, warm soak are unmatched. The built-in massage jets help increase circulation and ease chronic pain. It is like having a private spa right in the comfort of your own home.
Another major advantage is the boost in your property value. Buyers love seeing modern, accessible bathrooms, especially in affluent areas where people prefer to age in place. It is a practical upgrade that pays off in multiple ways.
Trying to tackle this kind of bathroom swap as a weekend DIY project is a recipe for disaster. These heavy specialized units require precise plumbing adjustments and expert electrical work to run the massage pumps safely. Our experienced installers know exactly how to align everything perfectly so you never have to worry about water damage.
We start by carefully removing your old fixture without damaging your existing walls. Next, we inspect the subfloor to make sure it can support the weight of a deep-soaking system. If we find any hidden water damage or mold, we fix it right then and there.
Once the area is prepped, we hook up the new heavy-duty drains and water lines. We run dedicated electrical lines with GFCI protection to ensure your absolute safety. Finally, we seal every seam with high-grade silicone to guarantee a watertight finish.
Living in Washington County means dealing with freezing winters that make your joints ache. A deep, hot bath is the absolute best way to warm up after a snowy day. Our custom-fitted systems are designed to fit perfectly into the exact footprint of your existing standard alcove.
In a lovely community like Dellwood, Minnesota, homeowners appreciate high-quality craftsmanship and reliable local service. With a local median household income of $176,528, residents here value smart investments that improve their quality of life. Whether you live near the golf course or closer to the lake, we are proud to serve every home in the 55110 ZIP code area.
Since this exclusive neighborhood has a population of just 1,251 people, we treat every single client like our close neighbor. We do not use high-pressure sales tactics or rush through our jobs. Our goal is to deliver a beautiful, functional bathroom that makes you smile every time you walk in.
Our journey together begins with a friendly, pressure-free consultation right at your kitchen table. We will look at your current bathroom layout and listen to your specific mobility needs. This helps us recommend the perfect configuration, door swing, and jet system for your home.
After we agree on the details, our team schedules the installation at a time that works best for you. We show up on time with all the necessary tools and protect your floors with clean drop cloths. Most of our custom bathroom transformations take just one to two days to complete.
Before we pack up our tools, we thoroughly test every single feature of your new system. We fill the basin, run the massage jets, test the door seal, and show you exactly how to use the controls. We leave your home sparkling clean and ready for your very first relaxing soak.
We believe in being completely transparent with our clients about what to expect. The main drawback is that you must sit inside the unit while it fills and drains. However, our heated seating and rapid-drain technology make this wait incredibly comfortable and quick.
On the positive side, the level of safety and pain relief you get is absolutely unmatched. You will no longer need to rely on family members or caregivers to help you bathe. That return to personal privacy and dignity is truly life-changing.
While the initial cost is higher than a cheap plastic shower insert, the long-term value is undeniable. It prevents expensive injuries and allows you to avoid the staggering costs of assisted living facilities. It is a smart, proactive choice for your future.
There is no reason to keep struggling with a dangerous, outdated bathroom that does not meet your needs. Our local team of friendly professionals is ready to help you design the ultimate safe bathing experience. We will guide you through the options and find a solution that fits your budget perfectly.
We invite you to reach out to us today to request your completely free, no-obligation written estimate. We will visit your home, measure your space, and give you an honest price with no hidden fees. Take the first step toward safer, more comfortable living by scheduling your visit now.
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 Dellwood.
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