The Mount Union crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Henry 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 older or dealing with limited mobility makes your daily shower feel like a dangerous mountain climb.
Thankfully, a specialized, low-threshold door system can transform your bathroom into a secure haven.
This smart upgrade lets you step right in without tripping over a high barrier.
Suddenly, you can sit down and relax while warm water washes away your daily stress.
Because of this, you do not have to worry about slipping on wet tiles anymore.
Our local team visits your home to measure your space and plan the perfect setup.
To help you make the best choice, we offer a completely free in-home consultation and estimate.
During this visit, we look at your current plumbing and discuss your personal daily needs.
This means you get a clear price without any sneaky hidden fees or surprise costs.
First of all, safety remains the number one reason people change their old standard basins.
By choosing a leak-proof side door model, you eliminate the need to balance on one foot while entering.
This simple change protects your independence and gives your family total peace of mind.
On top of that, these deep-soaking units offer amazing therapeutic benefits for tired muscles and joints.
You can enjoy built-in seating that keeps you upright and secure while you soak.
Many models even feature warm hydrotherapy jets that target your lower back and sore legs.
Naturally, these premium upgrades require professional hands to ensure a perfect, watertight seal every single time.
Our skilled crew handles everything from removing your old cast-iron beast to sealing the new acrylic walls.
Which means you get to enjoy a gorgeous, functional bathroom upgrade without lifting a finger.
| Project Phase | What We Do | Benefits to You |
|---|---|---|
| Site Assessment | Check pipes, measure doorways, inspect floor strength | Prevents installation delays and ensures a perfect fit |
| Old Tub Removal | Demolish and safely haul away your old heavy basin | Cleans the space without you doing any heavy lifting |
| Plumbing Prep | Upgrade drains and install high-flow water valves | Fills your new deep tub quickly so you stay warm |
| The Big Fit | Anchor the new unit and seal all side panels | Guarantees zero leaks and absolute structural stability |
Before we start any work, we protect your floors and hallways with heavy drop cloths.
This step ensures your home stays clean and free of dust while we carry heavy materials.
We treat your property with the exact same respect we would show to our own mothers.
After we place the unit, we hook up the specialized fast-drain systems that prevent long wait times.
Nobody wants to sit shivering in a empty basin waiting for the water to slowly disappear...
Our advanced plumbing techniques ensure the water empties out in just a few quick minutes.
Finally, we run a complete water test to verify that every single seal is absolutely flawless.
This rigorous quality check guarantees that your subfloor stays dry and free from hidden mold issues.
You can sleep easy knowing your new home addition is built to last for decades.
To make your bathing experience truly personal, you can choose from several door configurations and sizes.
For instance, inward-opening doors save precious bathroom space if you have a tight layout.
Meanwhile, outward-swinging doors offer maximum room for wheelchair transfers or companion assistance.
Additionally, we can install sturdy, heated grab bars right where your hands naturally reach for support.
These heated surfaces prevent your fingers from slipping on cold metal when things get wet.
Every little detail we add aims to maximize your personal physical security and daily solace.
You might also want to consider adding handheld shower wand extenders for extra washing flexibility.
This feature lets you rinse your hair easily while remaining safely seated on the contoured bench.
It makes the whole process feel less like a chore and more like a private spa retreat.
Because we operate locally, we understand the specific housing styles found around this scenic part of Iowa.
Whether you live in a historic farmhouse or a modern ranch, we know how to navigate older plumbing.
Our team works efficiently to respect your time and complete the job quickly.
With a cozy local population of about 134 residents, community trust means absolutely everything to our business.
We pride ourselves on helping neighbors maintain their homes without charging outrageous big-city prices.
Our services help families stay in their beloved homes longer, preserving their hard-earned independence.
Considering the local median household income of $43,750, we focus on offering affordable, high-value home modifications.
We work closely with you to find a custom configuration that fits your budget perfectly.
Our transparent, no-obligation estimates ensure you make an informed decision without feeling any sales pressure.
Perhaps you are wondering if your current water heater can handle such a deep, luxurious basin.
Usually, a standard hot water tank might need a quick upgrade to ensure you never run cold.
We evaluate your existing heating system during our free visit to keep you fully informed.
Another common concern involves the actual strength of your bathroom floor joists under heavy water weight.
Since water weighs about eight pounds per gallon, a deep soak puts extra pressure on your home structure.
Our experts inspect the subfloor below to guarantee your home handles the new load safely.
Lastly, many homeowners ask how we manage to fit these large units through narrow interior doors.
Fortunately, we use specialized multi-piece designs that slide through tight hallways without damaging your drywall.
We solve these tricky architectural puzzles every single day so you do not have to worry.
Taking the first step toward a safer bathroom is much easier than you might think.
By requesting a free quote, you get a professional assessment tailored specifically to your home layout.
Our friendly local technician will walk you through every option and answer your questions directly.
Do not wait for an accidental slip or fall to force your hand into making this change.
Investing in your safety today ensures you can enjoy your home independently for many years to come.
We serve the entire local area, including everyone living within the ZIP codes 52644 region.
Reach out to us right now to schedule your free, friendly in-home consultation and detailed estimate.
We look forward to helping you create a beautiful, secure space where you can wash away your worries.
Let our dedicated local team turn your daily bath routine back into a relaxing, stress-free experience!
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 Mount Union.
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