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Question 1

1) About how long does the installation process take with your Rochester installers?

Once the bathtub arrives, an installation requires between one and three days of work in Rochester. It surely depends upon the extent of the job. You need to make us know whether there is a critical deadline involving a household member coming for a visit or a loved one's release from Minnesota rehabilitation so that we can do the best we can to accommodate you.

Question 2

2) Are these tubs as easy to clean as normal tubs?

They're simple to clean, but unlike regular tubs, itis a good idea to maintain a daily cleaning custom with a walk-in bathtub using the appropriate products and subsequent manufacturer's recommendations. You wish to really make sure with a walk-in bathroom that you remove scum and spots to protect the surface. Get into the habit of wiping down the surfaces that are wet after each use to help avoid the build up scum, that will demand more scrubbing later. Weekly, use cleansers to clean your walk-in bathtub. Products that address your unique water stain and deposits should be considered in addition to any signs that these products may destroy the finish on your own bathtub. You need to get familiar with the most effective cleaning methods for your kind of bath since baths are generally either acrylic or fiberglass. Fiberglass is brittle and porous and can readily dull and stain. Do not use harsh abrasive products on fiberglass. Acrylic is non porous and easy to wash. Don't use abrasive cleansers you might dull the finish and scrape the bathtub. Additionally, if the weather allows, air the room out in order that it doesn't remain humid. Some manufacturers advise that your own bathroom window opens for an hour each day to let moisture escape.

Question 3

3) Can I convert my existing bathtub into a walk-in one?

Yes. There are instructions available on how to convert your existing bathtub into a walk-in tub. We recommend that you simply understand the best way to make use of the tools that are appropriate so that you just don't end up with a non-working bathtub. There are businesses in Rochester that know just how to turn your tub more handicap as well as your house accessible for less of an investment than alternatives. As installers, we know just how to direct you in the correct direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we can help you make your home fulfill your current wants, especially if you have recently become disabled or are providing an elderly man care-giving in their home or your house.

Question 4

4) Will AETNA cover the cost of equipment and installation in Minnesota?

Aetna does not insure walkin bathtubs under their plans that are conventional in Minnesota. They generally follow Medicare's standards for durable medical equipment (DME) items used in the restroom. In case the member is bed- room or confined - confined some DMEs are considered medically necessary, instead of a convenience. DMEs are considered medically necessary if it is needed for day-to-day tasks and is primarily medical in nature. Since bathing is considered a daily living action and considered essential, toilet items which are considered necessary if a member is not able to bathe or shower without being seated or unable to transfer to and from a bath are listed by Aetna.

Question 5

5) Is there a way to re-sell the tub once we are done with it?

You can re sell or find used walk-in tubs being sold online. Yet, many folks typically want to ensure that they're purchasing a walk in bathtub that personally matches with their needs for the long term. They're less inclined to choose a huge risk by paying the removal of their present bath and all of the costs related to transportation without assurance and a bit more investment in quality along with the status of their purchase. There's not really a big marketplace for plumbing fixtures that are used. If you are uncertain how long you are definitely going to be at your Rochester residence and can not warrant a long-term care option of a leading walk in tub installment, then there are simple measure retrofits that give you the ability to return the bathroom to an unmodified toilet to avoid turning potential buyers away who don't want to pay for a big removal. Eventually, if you do think you might try and resell your walk in tub, the following buyer may want to know whether the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners too or if they're going to have to cover the costs related to a door seal or alternative component damages that may occur with use.

Question 6

6) What types of financing are available in Minnesota if insurance doesn't cover home modifications?

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance avenues to take into account when searching for assistance to buy your walk in bathtub. (1) The US Department of Agriculture helps low income and elderly residents of rural areas make home modifications to enable aging set up. The USA Rural Development plan is also called the Section 504 program, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program along with the RD 504 Loan Program. The alterations can have a walk in tub. There are geographic and age, income requirements to participate. To find out more about the maximum quantities available, other limits and just how to apply, visit http://eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov/eligibility/welcomeAction.do and click on your state after you click on the 'Contact Us' link. Then, you can click on your own county along with a list of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance system for the elderly, you can check this list to find out if there are any that contain home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national non-profit that can perhaps cancel the installation prices of a walk in bath, can be a good resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other choices to consider. The IRS may determine your home modification qualifies for tax deductions as a dental and medical expense. This shouldn't be confused with the Dependent Care Tax Credit, which is used for dependent care expenses incurred by a citizen that was primary to empower them to work instead of caring for their dependent. There are also qualifications in order to claim an individual who requires attention as a dependent. Phone the Internal Revenue Service to see if you're able to deduct the cost of installing your walk in bath. IRS Publication 502 is a great resource that can enable you to estimate whether altering your toilet qualifies you to deduct it as a medical expense. You can also phone them at (800) 829-1040. (5) The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification may also assist you to find help to pay for home modifications. Click here to learn more http://www.new-horizons.org/indcil.html or http://www.ilru.org/projects/silc-net/silc-directory (6) Some state housing financing agencies provide loan plans to help individuals with disabilities or families living in a household with a member living with handicaps including home modification systems that are part of the state Assistive Technology application. Click here to find out more about this choice http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 7

7) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Occasionally, however, it is necessary to modify the pipes determined by the positioning of the drains. Installers may have to add a fitting to the existing wastewater conduit for a walk in bathtub. Existing plumbing may allow for slower drain times or more rapid drain times.

Question 8

8) Will the cost of installation and equipment be covered by my disability in Minnesota?

If your handicap was a result of a work or vehicle injury, check together with the correct insurance insurance company to determine if home modifications resulting from your MN disability are insured. Claims that contain Rochester dwelling adjustments are admissible in insurance resolutions. Someone have a medical condition that meets their definition of handicap and qualifies for Social Security disability benefits when they have worked in a job that was insured by Social Security. Benefits might be insured if you're on disability or injured. Since SSI is a needs-based plan and an SSI recipient must have limited income and resources, qualification for the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS) allows a person with a disability to achieve an occupational objective. The cash that's set aside under a PASS may be used for anything that results in an occupational goal and may be used to cover home adjustments through an SSI savings strategy. If you're a veteran, the Department of Veterans' Affairs does offer individual programs that may help you deflect a number of the price. There are Minnesota house adjustment grants which are available that might provide you aid for the installation and purchase of a walk-in bathtub: (1) the Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant; (2) the Special House Adaptation (SHA) Grants; along with the Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant. Contact the VA and ask for VA form 26-4555 to apply for a SAH or SHA grant. For advice on all VA benefits in Minnesota call 1 800 827 1000.

Question 9

9) Can the shower be used still with a walk-in bathtub?

Yes. There are walk-in tub installations that give you a big standing area for stand up showers. You can either shower standing up or sitting down. Make sure you get the appropriate measurements for the walk in bathtub so you don't feel cramped during a standup shower. Also, another thing to keep in mind would be to ask about the faucet place, because if your faucet isn't right against a wall, it is significantly more difficult to tap into your existing shower if you need to keep your standing shower.

Question 10

10) Why are these tubs so much more expensive than normal tubs?

Largely you're paying for a listing of safety features that are unavailable on a regular bathtub. These safety features are built into walk in tubs for persons with limited mobility to decrease the possibility of falling down. An important feature of walk-in baths is that there is a low step threshold to permit a user to readily enter into the tub unconcerned about the normal high wall of a regular tub. The walk-in bathtubs also generally contain a cleaning function, jet therapy, and enhanced drain alternatives. Moreover, one of the reasons why the price varies among the walk-in tubs is that the tubs are custom made depending on someone 's demands rather than factory reproduced, so you could discover a tub that's especially made for someone who desires wheelchair accessibility, a tub that fits a bigger person, or a soaker tub with jets.

Question 11

11) How do I know these tubs will fully seal and not leak out all over the floor?

Appropriate installation and initial testing should give you a leak-proof experience, nonetheless there are events where they experienced escapes, that customers report. Under appropriate circumstances, the weight of the water should compress the door seal making it totally leak proof. Some units contain a second drain below the entrance door to help prevent leaks if the door does leak. If this attribute is included, inquire. Because it covers the seal and the door in the instance of a leak, we highly recommend that you simply get a lifetime warranty. Many people replace the door seal on a walk in bath themselves. In addition, it's important to take great attention of the walk-in tub door when the bath isn't in use to prevent early failure of the seal. Wiping down the door seal and door jamb after each use can keep the integrity of the water seal. Follow the maintenance and care directions.

Question 12

12) How much do walk-in bathtubs cost in Rochester?

A walk-in bath in Rochester commonly ranges in cost from $1,700 to over $30,000. The price depends upon whether you have it installed by our Minnesota team, what attributes you pick, and the standard of the goods. The cost also varies depending on whether you select acrylic or fiberglass tubs. Everyone is different and ensuring that a walk in tub works for somebody 's unique situation is very essential because it's generally replacing a washing or bathtub assembly that isn't meeting their needs. A good walk in tub runs between $3,000 and $8,000 installed. Some suppliers offer monthly payments or a cash bonus.

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