The Shickshinny crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Luzerne 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 porcelain basin can feel like a dangerous acrobatic stunt sometimes. You deserve a solution that brings back pure physical ease and total peace of mind every single morning.
This specific home upgrade transforms your bathroom into a secure zone where you never have to worry about slips or nasty falls. By choosing to install these deep soaking units, you take control of your house in a way that makes your life much simpler.
Often, you find that your current setup just does not cut it anymore because of those high walls. Stepping over a tall ledge forces you to lift your leg high which creates a real hazard for anyone with limited mobility.
Instead of fighting with high walls, these units feature a low-entry door that swings open wide for you. This simple change allows you to walk right in without lifting your feet high, which keeps your balance stable and prevents accidents before they happen.
Living in this quiet part of Luzerne County means you enjoy a slower pace of life with neighbors who really care. With a population of about 664 people in the 18655 area, you value your independence and want to keep living in your own home for as long as possible.
While the median household income sits around thirty-five thousand dollars, spending money on safety is always a smart investment for your future. You protect your assets and your own physical integrity by making these small but vital improvements to your living space.
Once you start using these specialized basins, you will wonder how you managed without them for so many years. They offer a deep basin that lets you soak your tired muscles completely, which provides a level of relaxation and physical relief that standard showers just cannot match.
On top of the safety features, many of these units come with built-in jets that massage your body while you sit. You get to enjoy a spa-like experience right in the heart of your home without ever having to travel away from your house.
First, you contact us to set up a time for a professional to come out and look at your space. We measure everything carefully because every bathroom has its own unique quirks that we need to account for before we start the actual labor.
Next, we sit down with you to talk about the different models, styles, and extra features that fit your specific budget. This process stays completely transparent so you know exactly what you are paying for and what you get in return for your money.
| Feature | Primary Benefit for You | |
|---|---|---|
| Low entry door | Prevents tripping and falling hazards | |
| Internal grab bars | Offers stability when moving inside | |
| Non-slip flooring | Keeps your feet steady and secure | |
| Deep soaking depth | Enhances muscle relaxation after long days |
When you decide to move forward, you prioritize your physical health by removing the biggest obstacles in your bathroom. This choice allows you to maintain your privacy while keeping your body upright and secure during every single wash.
Because you value high-quality work, you want someone who knows how to seal these units perfectly to stop any leaks. A bad installation can ruin your floors and cause mold, so you really need a steady hand that pays attention to every single tiny detail.
Usually, people worry that their bathroom is too small to fit one of these modern marvels inside. However, we have seen all kinds of floor plans and almost always find a way to make it work beautifully for your needs.
Sometimes, we might need to remove an old vanity or change the layout of your plumbing pipes to accommodate the new shape. This flexibility ensures that you get the most out of your square footage without sacrificing the utility of the room.
Trying to tackle this project by yourself is a recipe for a massive headache and potentially expensive mistakes. You need proper tools and a deep understanding of water lines to ensure everything works right from the very first use.
When you hire a pro to handle the heavy lifting, you get a guarantee that the work meets all local codes. This protects you from future issues and gives you total confidence that your investment will last for a long time.
Investing in these bathroom upgrades makes your property much more appealing to future buyers if you ever decide to move away. Most people look for homes that offer accessibility, so you are actually boosting the resale value while you enjoy the comfort yourself.
Beyond the money aspect, the true value lies in the freedom you gain inside your own walls. You stop feeling like a prisoner to your own home and start feeling like you own a modern, accessible space that caters to your needs.
Since you have read this far, you are clearly ready to make a positive change for your household. The best step you can take right now is to reach out and ask for your free estimate.
We come out to your property, look at the situation, and give you an honest price with no strings attached. You get to see exactly what is possible for your home without spending a single penny on the initial visit.
People often ask if these basins fill up slowly, which could leave you sitting in the cold for a while. Fortunately, modern systems use high-flow taps that fill the unit very quickly, so you stay warm from the moment you sit down.
Another frequent concern involves the cleaning process, because nobody likes spending hours scrubbing a giant tub. These units utilize high-grade materials that resist grime and soap scum, meaning you spend less time cleaning and more time relaxing.
Living in this part of the state provides a sense of community that is hard to find in bigger cities. By keeping your home up to date, you contribute to the overall quality of the neighborhood and keep your own living standards very high.
You deserve a home that feels perfect for your life stage. Do not let minor physical limitations dictate how you live your life when a simple home improvement can change everything for the better.
Taking the plunge and upgrading your bathroom is one of the most practical decisions you will make this year. You gain so much more than just a new piece of plumbing, as you gain the ability to look after yourself with total ease.
We are ready to guide you through the whole process from start to finish. You just need to take that first small step and get in touch to see what we can do for you.
Once you decide that you are ready for a change, gather your ideas about what you really want. Think about the colors, the extra jets, and the specific layout that makes you feel most at ease.
We will take those ideas and turn them into a reality that fits your budget perfectly. You will be amazed at how quickly we can transform your space into a sanctuary of safety and relaxation.
You have the power to create a home that supports you instead of holding you back. There is no reason to wait until an accident happens to start thinking about the safety of your bathroom.
Reach out today to schedule your consultation and see how easy it is to bring this luxury into your daily routine. We look forward to helping you improve your home and your quality of life through expert service and reliable craftsmanship.
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 Shickshinny.
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