The Saint Mary-of-the-Woods crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Vigo 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.
Stepping over a high barrier just to take a simple bath can feel like climbing a mountain when your mobility changes.
Because of this daily struggle, many local homeowners are choosing to replace their old standard setups with low-threshold, door-accessible soaking basins.
By making this smart switch, you instantly transform your washroom into a secure haven where slips and falls become a thing of the past.
Fortunately, our dedicated crew specializes in setting up these specialized, leak-proof sealed basins right in your home.
This means you can finally regain your independence without needing any assistance during your private hygiene routine.
If you want to explore how this change can fit your budget, we are ready to visit your home and provide a completely free estimate.
Naturally, making such an investment requires careful thought about the installation process and how the new unit fits your space.
We take care of every single step, from removing the heavy old cast iron basin to configuring the new plumbing lines perfectly.
As a result, you get a beautiful, functional setup that looks like it was always meant to be there.
First, we need to look at how these specialized, airtight-door bathing units actually work once they are in place.
These systems feature a heavy-duty, reinforced shell with an integrated seat and a watertight door that swings open for easy entry.
This design allows you to walk right in, sit down comfortably, shut the secure latch, and fill the basin with warm water.
To help you understand the differences between standard setups and these accessible models, here is a quick comparison table:
| Feature | Standard Basin | Accessible Sealed Basin |
|---|---|---|
| Step-In Height | 14 to 18 inches | Very low (usually under 4 inches) |
| Seating | None (must lie down or sit on floor) | Built-in contoured ADA-compliant seat |
| Safety Features | Slippery surfaces, no built-in bars | Grab bars, anti-slip floor, fast drain |
Next, you might wonder about the actual physical labor involved in getting this modern unit into your existing washroom layout.
Our experienced crew handles the complex demolition of your old tile or fiberglass surround with absolute precision.
Which means we keep the dust to a minimum and protect the rest of your home throughout the entire project.
On top of that, we pay close attention to your home's water heating capacity because these deep basins hold more water than standard tubs.
Sometimes, this requires upgrading your supply lines or adjusting your water heater settings so you always get plenty of hot water.
We check all of these critical details during our initial evaluation so there are never any unpleasant surprises down the road.
Sure, some handy homeowners love DIY projects, but setting up a watertight door-accessible basin is definitely not a weekend hobby job.
Because these units hold a massive volume of water, any small mistake in sealing or plumbing can cause major structural rot inside your walls.
By trusting our local crew, you secure a flawless setup that keeps your bathroom dry and safe for decades to come.
Moreover, we ensure the structural subfloor is perfectly leveled and reinforced to support the substantial weight of the filled basin.
This attention to detail prevents the unit from shifting over time, which could otherwise rupture your drain connections.
Consequently, your home remains protected against water damage while you enjoy your warm, relaxing soak.
Besides the structural benefits, our team configures the rapid-drain technology that these modern units rely on so heavily.
This system empties the water in just a couple of minutes, meaning you do not have to sit shivering while waiting to open the door.
To achieve this, we optimize the drain plumbing underneath the floor to maximize gravity flow.
When we design your new bathing space, we tailor every single accessory to match your unique physical needs and preferences.
For instance, we install strategically placed, heavy-duty grab bars that give you solid leverage when standing up or sitting down.
This lets you move with absolute confidence, knowing you have a sturdy grip at all times.
In addition to grab bars, we can integrate therapeutic water jets or air bubblers to soothe sore muscles and improve your circulation.
These features turn your simple daily wash into a luxurious, spa-like experience that relieves chronic pain and joint stiffness.
You deserve this daily relief, especially after a long day of working or taking care of your family.
We are proud to serve our small, historic community nestled in Vigo County, which is home to about 797 residents.
Living in the 47876 ZIP code area means you appreciate neighborly values, honest hard work, and dependable local service.
Because we are local, we understand the specific housing styles found around Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, from historic properties to modern builds.
This local knowledge allows us to anticipate the unique plumbing challenges often found in older homes throughout our beautiful state.
Therefore, we can easily adapt our installation techniques to fit your specific floor plan without any unnecessary delays.
To make things even easier for you, we handle all the necessary local building permits and safety inspections required for plumbing modifications.
We believe in doing things the right way, ensuring your new setup complies with every single local safety code.
This commitment to quality gives you total peace of mind, knowing your home improvement is fully legal and safe.
Before our crew arrives, we always sit down with you to discuss the layout and make sure you understand the timeline.
Normally, the entire removal and placement process takes just a couple of days, meaning your daily routine is barely disrupted.
We work quickly and cleanly, always sweeping up and hauling away all the old debris when we finish.
However, you should think about who will use the space, as these door-accessible units are perfect for people of all generations.
Whether you are planning to age in place or helping an elderly relative stay safe, this upgrade adds immense long-term value to your property.
It is a compassionate, practical investment in your family's future safety and overall well-being.
Now, the path to a safer, more relaxing bathroom experience starts with a simple conversation with our friendly local team.
We invite you to reach out to us so we can schedule a convenient time to look at your current bathroom layout.
This initial visit is completely free, with absolutely no obligation or pressure to buy anything.
During this visit, we will measure your space, discuss your mobility needs, and help you choose the perfect unit configuration.
We provide a clear, detailed written estimate that outlines all the costs upfront so you can make an informed decision.
Which means you can plan your budget with total confidence and zero hidden fees.
Do not wait for a dangerous slip or fall to force your hand when it comes to bathroom safety.
Take control of your independence today by choosing a modern, secure, and beautiful bathing solution that fits your lifestyle.
Contact us right away to request your free quote, and let our dedicated team bring peace of mind back to your home.
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 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.
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