The First Mesa crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Navajo 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 bath can feel like climbing a mountain when your knees start acting up.
Fortunately, a specialized low-threshold bathing unit offers the perfect way to regain your freedom without risking a nasty slip.
If you want to secure your daily routine, requesting a home assessment today will get you started on a hassle-free upgrade.
Many folks worry about losing their independence as they get older or deal with mobility challenges.
By replacing that old high-walled basin with a modern step-in soaking system, you can wash away those fears.
This smart investment lets you stay in your beloved home much longer while keeping your dignity intact.
You might wonder how these accessible washing units actually work without flooding your entire bathroom floor.
These clever setups feature a leak-proof door built right into the side of the heavy-duty acrylic shell.
Which means you simply open the latch, step over a tiny threshold of just a few inches, and sit down on a molded raised seat.
Once you close and secure the watertight seal, you can fill the basin with warm water up to your chest.
Because of this unique design, you get to enjoy a deep, relaxing soak while sitting completely upright and stable.
This prevents the struggle of trying to hoist yourself up from a flat position on the cold floor.
Of course, you do have to sit inside the unit while it fills up and drains out.
To make this process fast and comfortable, we install high-speed plumbing fixtures that move water incredibly quickly.
That way, you will not freeze while waiting for the tub to empty before you can open the door.
Let us look at how these specialized units compare to traditional setups so you can make the best choice for your home.
| Feature | Standard Bathtub | Accessible Step-In Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Threshold Height | 14 to 18 inches to climb over | Ultra-low 2 to 5 inch entry step |
| Seating Option | Flat on the tub floor | Contoured, ADA-compliant raised bench |
| Safety Extras | None built-in | Integrated grab bars and non-slip floors |
Plumbing projects in Navajo County require serious attention to detail because older local homes often have unique pipe configurations.
Our skilled crew handles the entire heavy lifting, from safely tearing out your old cast-iron fixture to sealing the new leak-proof system.
This ensures your home remains completely dry and protected against hidden water damage for decades to come.
Besides the basic plumbing, upgrading your bathroom setup often involves adjusting your existing hot water tank capacity.
Since these deep soaking basins hold more water than a shallow pan, we check your water heater to guarantee you never run out of warmth.
This thorough inspection process keeps your showers cozy and saves you from unexpected chilly surprises.
On top of that, we customize the placement of grab bars and handheld showerheads to fit your exact height and reach.
This tailored approach guarantees that every single button and handle sits exactly where your hands naturally fall.
You will feel a huge boost in confidence knowing the entire layout matches your physical needs perfectly.
Every home is different, which is why these accessible systems come with a wide variety of customizable options.
You can choose gentle air jets that massage sore muscles or hydrotherapy water systems to soothe stiff joints.
These therapeutic upgrades turn a basic chore into a luxurious spa experience right in your own home.
If you suffer from poor circulation or arthritis, heated seating backrests can provide immediate relief before the water even fills up.
This soothing warmth keeps your body relaxed and comfortable during the short waiting periods.
It is a simple addition that delivers massive physical benefits every time you use it.
Another excellent upgrade is an ozone purification system that automatically sanitizes the internal plumbing lines after your bath.
This self-cleaning feature keeps mold and bacteria from growing inside the hidden jet pipes without you ever scrubbing.
You get to enjoy sparkling clean water without spending your weekends doing hard manual labor.
Living in a historic area like our beautiful community on the Hopi Reservation means respecting the unique local housing stock.
With a population of 1,981 residents, many homes here feature traditional construction styles that require experienced hands during remodeling.
We know how to navigate the specific structural challenges of these properties without disrupting their historic charm.
Given the local median household income of $24,100, we understand that home improvements represent a significant financial decision.
That is why we focus on providing durable, high-quality materials that prevent future repair bills and add real value to your property.
We work closely with you to find a solution that fits your budget while still delivering maximum safety.
Whether you live near the high mesas or within the 86042 area, we bring our mobile showroom right to your driveway.
This allows you to touch the materials and see the designs without traveling far from home.
Our local presence means we can offer fast response times and personalized service that big-box retailers simply cannot match.
Taking the first step toward a safer bathroom is much easier than you might think.
You can simply reach out to us, and we will schedule a convenient time to visit your home for a friendly chat.
We will measure your space, check your plumbing, and give you a detailed price estimate without any pressure or obligation.
During this visit, we will answer all your questions about installation times, material options, and warranty coverage.
This transparent process ensures you have all the facts necessary to make the right decision for your family.
We believe in honest communication and treating your home with the utmost respect.
Do not wait for an accidental slip or fall to force your hand on a home remodel.
Invest in your peace of mind and secure your daily comfort by upgrading your bathroom today.
Contact us now to request your home consultation and take control of your independence.
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 First Mesa.
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