Free walk-in tub offers: what is real and what to ask
Help paying for bathroom safety and accessibility in Jacksonville, FL, from the first phone call to the quote.
A mailer promised a free walk-in tub, and now you are wondering if it is worth a call. Maybe you served and think the VA could help, or a parent in San Marco needs a safer bathroom soon. In Jacksonville, as anywhere, it is smart to check before you commit.
Mail and ads about free tubs are worth a careful read. Help from the VA, a grant or a health plan depends on the program and on your situation. They decide, not the company selling the tub. Any promise of coverage from someone else is only a guess until the program says so. If a deal sounds too good, ask who is actually paying and put that question to the program.
Put a name on the job before you make calls. A tub-to-shower conversion, a walk-in tub, a barrier-free shower, a low entry, or grab bars with a built-in seat are different jobs. Each gets its own quote in your home. The price rests on the size and layout of the space, the base, the wall style and finish, the fixture finish and the extras chosen, plus the tub size and features for a walk-in tub. The quote covers the product and the installation.
This week, list the programs you belong to and call each one. Ask what proof or paperwork they want from you. Keep the answers in a single folder so they are easy to find. Then book a visit with Love Your Bath at your Jacksonville home. The designer listens and builds a custom plan with options and a free quote. Ask about financing at the same visit.
After that, the money side is no longer a mystery. You know what each program said and what the work includes. Tony D. wrote that the salesperson, Jimmie, did "a great job explaining our options without it being overwhelming." Clear answers like that make the next decision easier. You can then decide on the work with the facts in front of you.
What people in Jacksonville say
"Just had a great experience with Shalina. Her product knowledge was second to none. She was super, answered all of our questions and concerns. Thank you so much for your patience, and working with us to make this happen. Can't wait to have a new shower that my sister can use and be safe getting in and out of. I will definitely recommend Shalina and Love Your Bath to everyone I know."
"We are just beginning the process so we can't give a review at this time Date 10/4 /23 We had our shower install today, the gentlemen that came to do the job. They were the best! Came in and laid down floor covering to start. Marcel and Paul were the installers. They are great! Came in and went to work. They are clean and professional. Asked us were we wanted everything. If your lucky enough to get them, you won't be disappointed. Thank you guys so much we love the work. Thanks"
"We had an excellent experience with Love Your Bath remodeling our shower. The salesperson, Jimmie, was very thorough. He did a great job explaining our options without it being overwhelming. Scheduling was prompt and easy. The installers, David and Bill, were great communicators, friendly, neat and, above all, professional. It was obvious they were experienced. The installation went smoothly, on time and was exactly as expected. Highly recommend Love Your Bath!"
Other things people in Jacksonville ask
will medicare pay for a walk-in tub
Original Medicare generally does not pay for walk-in tubs or bathroom remodels, because they are not counted as medical equipment. Some Medicare Advantage plans offer extra home safety benefits, so call your plan and ask what it covers. We will not promise coverage, but we will give you a written quote you can take to your plan, and we can talk about financing at the design visit.
alternative to a walk-in tub for the elderly
The most common alternatives are a walk-in shower with a low or barrier-free entry, a tub-to-shower conversion, and adding a built-in seat and grab bars. Each one removes the climb over the tub wall. A designer can show you all of them side by side at home and quote the one that fits.
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