The Edina crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Hennepin 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 slippery basin can feel like a dangerous acrobatic stunt sometimes. You deserve a bathing space that provides total ease and keeps you steady while you wash up after a long day.
Think about how much time you spend trying to climb over those high porcelain walls just to get clean. This high barrier often leads to nasty slips or painful trips that could ruin your entire week in a heartbeat. By choosing a specialized aquatic vessel with a side door, you remove the physical stress of lifting your legs high into the air. This change brings a sense of grand ease to your daily routine that you just cannot find with a traditional setup.
Furthermore, these units come packed with features that turn your chore into a spa-like retreat right in your own home. You might enjoy the bubbling jets that massage your aching muscles while the warm water wraps around you. Because the unit seals tightly, you can fill it up to your neck without worrying about water spilling all over your floor. This deep soaking experience provides a level of cozy bliss that makes you never want to leave.
Living in a beautiful area like the one nestled within Hennepin County means you care about the quality of your home. With a local population of 51,136 residents and a solid median household income of $99,295, people here truly value long-term investments in their personal property. You likely want a solution that matches the high standard of living found across our lovely state. Upgrading your hygiene station is a smart way to add value to your residence while keeping your body safe.
| Benefit | Feature |
| No more tripping | Low entry threshold |
| Deep tissue relaxation | Hydrotherapy bubble jets |
| Total peace of mind | Anti-slip surface coating |
| Quick cleaning | Easy access door seals |
Considering how many houses are built in this region, you might worry about whether your bathroom is large enough for such a project. Most of these units are designed to fit perfectly into the exact footprint of your existing tub space. This means you do not need to tear down walls or redo your plumbing from scratch to make the switch. It is a clean and straightforward process that saves you from a massive construction headache.
Installing a specialized tub requires a steady hand and a good grasp of how water moves through your pipes. You need someone who knows how to level the unit correctly so the door seal works every single time without leaking. If the floor is even slightly uneven, you could end up with a puddle on your tiles that causes a slipping hazard. A professional touch ensures that everything sits flush and drains away fast once you are finished soaking.
When you look for the right model, you want something that stands the test of time against hard water and daily wear. High-quality acrylic is usually the best choice because it stays warm to the touch and resists scratches better than cheap plastic. You also want to look for reinforced steel frames that keep the structure rigid when it is filled with hundreds of pounds of water. Spending a bit more on materials upfront prevents you from needing repairs later on.
Maybe you are wondering about the electrical needs for those fancy water jets and heaters. Modern units use dedicated circuits to ensure the power stays consistent without blowing your breakers during a relaxing soak. Since we are in the heart of Minnesota, you want to make sure your plumbing lines are insulated correctly against the chilly winter months. This keeps your water hot for longer, which lets you stay in the water until your fingers prune up.
Now that you see the value, you might be curious about how to get the ball rolling on your own renovation. It is easier than you think to get an accurate cost estimate that tells you exactly what to expect from start to finish. You should never feel pressured to commit until you have all the facts in front of you. Getting a free estimate allows you to plan your budget while understanding the timeline of the whole install.
First, you should measure your current space so you have a rough idea of what fits where. Clear out any personal items from your washroom so the person coming to look can see the plumbing clearly. Writing down a list of questions helps you stay focused when they arrive to check out your setup. This preparation saves time and helps you get the most accurate information during the visit.
On top of that, consider whether you want extra grab bars or handheld showerheads added to the final configuration. These extra touches make your experience much more pleasant and provide extra support for your arms and back. Some models even come with built-in heated seats that keep you warm before the water even reaches your shoulders. The options are quite vast, and finding the right fit for your needs is part of the fun.
Many folks worry about the mess that comes with home improvement work, but a professional approach keeps the dust to a minimum. We protect your floors with heavy-duty mats and clear away every bit of debris before we leave your house. You will barely notice we were there, except for the shiny new unit waiting for you in the bathroom. Maintaining a tidy workspace is just as important as the quality of the plumbing work itself.
Is the cost really worth the effort in the long run? Think about the frustration of feeling unsafe every time you take a shower in your current setup. Removing that anxiety is worth its weight in gold for your overall happiness and physical health. Plus, having a modern and accessible bathroom makes your home much more attractive if you ever decide to list it for sale.
You have worked hard to build a life in this beautiful city, so why not enjoy your home to the fullest? Whether you are looking for simple safety or a bit of luxury, upgrading your bathing experience is a total game changer. Do not wait for an accident to happen before you decide to make your home a safer place to live. Take control of your daily routine and treat yourself to the upgrade you have been thinking about for months.
Since you are local, you have access to contractors who understand the unique needs of homes in this climate. Reach out today to schedule your assessment and find out exactly how much this project will cost. Getting a free estimate is the most logical move to help you visualize the finished product in your own home. You deserve to enjoy your time in the water with absolute poise and zero stress every single day.
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 Edina.
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