The New Sharon crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Mahaska 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.
Staying safe while taking a warm soak should never feel like a giant obstacle course in your own house.
Because nobody likes struggling over a high porcelain wall just to wash off the daily dirt.
Luckily, our team offers a free estimate to fix up your bath space today!
First off, slipping on wet tiles causes a lot of ugly bruises every single year.
Which means taking out that old high-sided tub reduces your chances of taking an embarrassing tumble.
So you get total peace of mind every time you want to soak your tired bones.
Next, these low-step aquatic sanctuaries come with built-in seats so you do not have to squat way down low.
That gives your knees a massive break after working hard all afternoon.
Plus, sitting up higher keeps your neck resting in total cozy style without any extra strain.
Additionally, giant waterproof side doors lock up super tight to keep every drop of water right where it belongs.
Hence, your bath floor stays completely dry while you splash around happily.
No more mopping up huge puddles right after you finish your daily wash!
On top of that, cozy heated seating options keep your back super warm while the tub slowly fills up.
For that reason, you never sit there shivering while waiting for the hot water to reach your chest.
It feels like sitting in a luxury spa right inside your standard washroom.
Moreover, easy-to-reach controls let you set the water jets without reaching clear across the deep basin.
Therefore, adjusting the water temp stays totally effortless even if your hands get a bit stiff.
You stay in full command of your relaxing evening routine.
Surprisingly, high-powered hydrotherapy jets can work absolute magic on stiff leg muscles and sore aching joints.
Which implies your daily soak doubles as a full body rub down after a long day outside.
You will end up sleeping like a baby once you dry yourself off.
Furthermore, fast-draining technology pulls all the used water down the pipe in just a few short minutes.
As a result, you do not sit around getting cold waiting for the basin to empty out completely.
The quick suction pump speeds up your entire routine immensely.
To add to that, textured non-slip flooring comes stamped directly into the bottom acrylic floor panel.
Consequently, your feet grip the base firmly even when slick body soaps get lathered everywhere.
You stand up with total confidence whenever you are ready to exit.
Besides, built-in grab bars give your hands a solid steel anchor to hold while standing up straight.
This allows you to move at your own natural pace without needing a helper nearby.
You regain your personal privacy back in no time flat.
Equally important, handheld shower wands make washing your hair a total breeze while sitting down comfortably.
In turn, you can rinse off tricky soap suds without splashing water into your eyes.
It makes cleaning up simple, fast, and remarkably painless.
Naturally, the very first step involves us coming straight over to inspect your current plumbing setup properly.
Afterward, we measure every single door frame to ensure our tall entry units slip through smoothly.
We make sure everything fits without destroying your home decor.
Then, our crew carefully demoes your old tub and carries the heavy scrap pieces out to our work truck.
Consequently, you do not have to break your back hauling rusty heavy iron around your hallway.
We take care of the dirty trash hauling for you.
After that, we update your internal pipes and make sure your drain handles heavy water volumes effortlessly.
Which means we upgrade old fittings to stop sneaky plumbing leaks from ruining your floor joists.
Your home stays totally protected against water damage forever.
Next up, we slide the new accessible step-in deep basin into place and level it out perfectly.
Because of this, the heavy frame sits rock solid on your subfloor without wobbling around at all.
It feels completely sturdy under your feet every single time.
Finally, we hook up high-flow faucets, test out every single electric pump, and seal up all the edges tightly.
Thus, your fresh home spa area stays ready for a hot test soak that very same evening.
We clear out our toolboxes and leave your room super clean.
Honestly, upgrading your washroom can sound pretty pricey when you first start browsing through various brochures.
However, avoiding a single trip to the local emergency room saves you heaps of cash later down the road.
Investing in your personal safety pays huge dividends over time.
In addition, houses with accessible fixtures attract tons of buyers who plan on staying put for long years.
Thereupon, your property value gets a nice little boost in the regional real estate market.
It works as a smart financial move for your long term future.
What is more, we offer totally transparent cost estimates right upfront without any weird hidden charges attached.
This lets you plan out your family budget without worrying about surprise billing invoices later on.
You know the exact number before we ever turn a wrench.
To help you compare, here is a quick look at how updating your space stacks up against standard setups:
| Feature Upgrade | Old Standard Tub | New Easy Access Step-In Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Step-Over Height | 15 to 20 inches high | 3 to 7 inches low |
| Internal Seating | Flat bottom floor | Built-in contoured seat |
| Slip Resistance | Slick slick porcelain surface | Textured heavy duty acrylic base |
| Draining Speed | Slow gravity drop | Fast powered drain pump option |
Clearly, switching out old fixtures brings modern relief to your daily bathroom routine quickly.
This means you stop dreading wash time and start looking forward to relaxing warm baths.
The physical benefits far outweigh the basic initial installation steps.
Now, living right here around Mahaska County means dealing with cold snowy winters every single year.
Which means coming home to a steaming hot water soak feels extra sweet during those icy freezing nights.
A deep relaxing bath warms your chilly bones right up to the core.
Specifically, in our friendly small town of roughly 1,146 folks, taking care of aging neighbors remains super important.
Therefore, fixing up local properties helps our historic farming community stay strong and completely self-reliant.
We take massive pride in helping local homeowners stay comfortable inside their original houses.
Actually, with a median household income hovering around $62,639, folks want honest quality tradesmen who do things right.
That is why we offer home visits to discuss your specific bathroom floor plans.
You get clear straightforward answers without any pushy sales tactics.
Likewise, if your property sits in the 50207 area code, our heavy service trucks arrive super fast every time.
Consequently, you never have to wait around for weeks just to get a friendly local contractor on site.
We keep our scheduling fast, direct, and totally hassle free.
Frequently, folks ask us if their current residential water heater can handle filling up a larger deep tub.
Surprisingly, most standard forty gallon tanks work just fine with our smart eco-friendly fixtures.
We check your utility set up beforehand just to be totally sure.
Similarly, people wonder if these tall units take up way too much room inside small bathroom spaces.
However, many models feature the exact same footprint as your existing standard builder-grade tub.
So we swap them out without knocking down your drywall layout.
Also, cleaning the heavy duty acrylic shell takes zero effort compared to scrubbing old stained tile grout.
Which implies a quick wipe down with simple dish soap keeps the glossy walls shining like brand new.
You spend far less time doing boring weekend chores around the sink.
Granted, learning how to operate hydro jets might seem a bit tricky for non-tech folks at first glance.
Otherwise, the oversized push buttons are clearly labeled so anybody can press them with zero confusion.
You master all the neat dashboard settings in under two minutes flat.
Suddenly, an unexpected slip inside the shower can change your entire living arrangement overnight.
Because of that, upgrading your plumbing setup today protects your physical independence for many years ahead.
Proactive home upgrades keep you living safely in your beloved house forever.
Simultaneously, custom factory orders can take a few weeks to arrive at our local supply warehouse.
So reaching out early ensures your new setup gets installed long before winter snow strikes hard.
You stay way ahead of the seasonal rush by booking today.
Remember, our friendly crew brings years of hands-on mechanical experience right to your front doorway.
This gives you reliable, trustworthy craftsmanship that holds up strong through thousands of hot morning baths.
We build every single tub installation like it was for our own grandma.
Consequently, there is absolutely zero risk in scheduling a quick walk-through with our local team.
This lets you look over material samples, measure door frames, and pick out neat accessories at home.
You remain in full charge of every single remodeling decision.
Ready to start bathing without any fear or discomfort holding you back?
Reach out to our local team today to lock in your completely FREE estimate right away!
We will show up with smiles, handy tapelines, and all the information you need to get rolling!
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 New Sharon.
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