The Williamsburg crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Grand Traverse 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 a brand new soaking unit with a door allows you to stay independent in your own home for many years. You can easily get a free estimate today if you live near the beautiful waters of Grand Traverse County.
Living in a place like the lovely 49690 area, you want your home to remain a place of genuine repose and ease. Sometimes the old high-walled porcelain basins become a bit of a challenge to climb over after a long day. Installing a basin featuring a side-entry door solves this problem immediately by letting you walk right in without lifting your legs high. This simple change adds a deep sense of security to your daily routine while keeping your bathroom looking sharp and modern.
Moreover, these units often come with built-in seats that provide a high level of physical ease and stability. When you sit down instead of standing, you reduce the risk of slips and falls, which are way too common in wet environments. You gain peace of mind knowing you can wash up safely whenever you feel like it. Having a professional handle the setup ensures that everything gets sealed properly so you never have to worry about leaks damaging your floorboards.
First, you might wonder how we fit these deep tubs into a space where an old standard tub used to sit. The trick involves removing the old hardware and preparing the plumbing to match the new intake and drainage requirements perfectly. Because these basins are deeper than your average tub, we also make sure the water heater can keep up with the increased volume. This ensures you always have a nice warm soak ready whenever you want one.
Next, we handle the installation of the specialized door seal which is the heart of the whole machine. This seal needs to be high-quality so that it stays watertight for many years without you having to mess with it. When we finish, you get a bathroom that feels like a private spa where you can unwind. You deserve a space that offers total serenity and helps you enjoy your life in Michigan to the fullest extent.
Choosing a local professional means you get someone who understands the quirks of houses in this region. Whether your home is a newer build or a classic structure from back in the day, we have seen it all before. We bring all the right tools to make the transition as quick as possible. This lets you get back to your normal schedule without waiting weeks for a simple bathroom upgrade.
On top of that, we provide a free quote so you know exactly what the job will cost before we start drilling any holes. You avoid those nasty surprises that often pop up with big renovation projects. We value honesty and transparency because we want you to be happy with your choice. Having a fixed price means you can plan your budget with confidence and avoid any financial headaches.
| Feature | Primary Benefit | |
|---|---|---|
| Side-entry door | Eliminates high stepping | |
| Built-in ergonomic seat | Prevents dangerous slips | |
| Quick-drain technology | Reduces waiting time | |
| Watertight door seal | Keeps your floor dry | |
| Non-slip flooring | Increases overall stability |
Now that you have your new soaking station, you want to make sure it stays in great shape for a long time. Keeping the door seal clean is the most important part of your routine. Just wipe it down with a damp cloth after each use to clear away any soap buildup. This tiny effort keeps the seal flexible and prevents leaks from ever becoming a real issue for your home.
Additionally, checking the drainage flow once in a while helps keep the water moving fast. You might find that adding a little mild cleaner keeps the surface shining like new. Since you want to maintain a high level of luxury, these simple habits go a long way. Our team is always happy to show you exactly how to care for your new investment once we finish the initial setup.
Understanding the cost might seem daunting at first, but we keep things straightforward. With a median household income that varies quite a bit in this area, we strive to offer solutions that fit different budgets. We focus on providing high-quality labor so that your money is well spent on a durable product. You are not just buying a tub but investing in your own ability to remain in your house.
Sometimes people worry about the time it takes, but our process is surprisingly efficient. We aim to finish the work while keeping the disruption to your house at an absolute minimum. You will find that the value added to your property is significant, especially if you ever decide to sell down the road. Most buyers see a safe and accessible bathroom as a huge bonus.
Many folks worry their bathroom is too small for a modern walk-in unit. However, these basins come in many shapes and sizes to fit various room dimensions. We can often replace a standard shower stall or a traditional tub with one of these units quite easily. Our team measures your space precisely during our initial visit to ensure the perfect fit every single time.
Which means you do not have to settle for something that feels cramped or awkward. We find the right model that maximizes the footprint you already have available. You get a spacious experience that feels open rather than stuffed into a corner. This attention to detail defines our approach to every project we take on in the region.
Working with a local team means we understand the specific needs of residents in our beautiful county. We know the terrain and the common building styles found here perfectly. You get a contractor who actually cares about the neighbors and wants to do a good job. We do not just show up and leave, as we want you to be a satisfied customer for years to come.
Also, we handle all the heavy lifting and disposal of your old equipment. You do not have to worry about hauling away heavy porcelain or dealing with leftover debris. We leave your place clean and ready for you to enjoy right away. It is all about giving you a hassle-free experience from start to finish.
If you are ready to make your daily routine safer, why not reach out for that free estimate? You have nothing to lose by asking questions and seeing what options work for your specific home. We are here to guide you through the process and help you make an informed decision. Getting started is easy and leads to a much better experience in your own house.
You can rely on us to provide clear answers and professional service throughout the entire project. We look forward to working with you to create a bathroom that meets all your needs. Reach out today to schedule your visit and see how we can transform your bathing experience. The sooner you act, the sooner you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a safe, accessible home.
Making your home work for you is the best way to ensure you can stay where you are happiest. You do not need to move to a different house just because your needs have changed over time. Small changes to your bathroom make a world of difference in how you start and end your day. A little planning now prevents many difficulties later on.
We are proud to serve the local community and help homeowners improve their quality of life. Whether you need a simple upgrade or a full bathroom overhaul, we have the experience to get it done right. Thank you for considering us for your project and we hope to meet you soon. Your safety is our top priority and we are excited to help you get the results you deserve.
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 Williamsburg.
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