Raise your Illinois home's resale value, and make daily life easier for anyone with balance or mobility problems.

Question 1

1) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Occasionally, however, it is essential to modify the plumbing determined by the location of the drains. Installers may need to put in 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 2

2) Will a tub like this look bad for my homeowner’s insurance in Illinois?

Check with your Cicero homeowner's insurance to make sure it is going to cover you against this kind of damage. You may need a house adjustment permit from the Cicero, building department to set up a tub, especially if walls have to be removed to coordinate with your bathroom plans. Most of all, you didn't get one AND and in the event you needed a license your home suffers from damage from the installed walkin bath, your homeowner's insurance may not cover your losses. If you're planning on ever selling your Cicero home, there are loads of buyer beware messages out there that will direct potential buyers from your home since it does change homeowner's insurance if there have been any developments without licenses. Buyers see their homeowners insurance and the licenses as protections on their investments in homes.

Question 3

3) Do these tubs use more water than conventional tubs?

Yes. A walk-in bathtub is usually taller than an average bath tub, which includes about 2 1/2 feet of water on average. Some makers say that you just use the exact same quantity of water as a typical shower if a regular shower is 7 minutes and you use 7 gallons of water a minute. Most of the walk-in baths on the market have a 40-80 gallon capacity. In reality, many manufacturers advise that you've got a hot water tank that fits at least 50 gallons, although some tubs will work effectively should you fill them with 40-60 gallons.

Question 4

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

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance avenues to consider when looking for aid to buy your walkin bathtub. (1) The US Department of Agriculture helps low income and elderly residents of rural areas make home modifications to enable aging in place. The USA Rural Development plan is also referred to as the Section 504 plan, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program and the RD 504 Loan Program. The modifications can include a walk-in bathtub. There are age, income and geographic requirements to participate. To find out more about the maximum amounts available, other limits and the best way 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 county along with a listing of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance program for the aged, you can check this list to find out whether there are any that include home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national non profit that can maybe cancel the setup costs of a walk-in bathtub, can be a good resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other choices to consider. The Internal Revenue Service may determine that your home alteration qualifies for tax deductions as a dental and medical expense. There are also qualifications in order to assert an individual who needs attention as a dependent. Phone the IRS to find out in case you can deduct the cost of installing your walkin bath. IRS Publication 502 is an excellent resource that can help you estimate whether changing your toilet qualifies you to deduct it as a medical expense. You may also phone them at (800) 829-1040. (5) The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification may also help you find help to cover home modifications. Click here to find out more http://gero.usc.edu/nrcshhm/ (6) Your local Independent Living Center (ILC) is a beneficial resource for suggestions on how to pay for your adjustments. Click here to find out 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 folks with disabilities or families living in a family with a member living with impairments including home modification programs that are part of the state Assistive Technology software. Just click here to learn more about this choice http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 5

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

Proper installation and initial testing should give you a leak-proof experience, nevertheless there are events where they experienced flows, that customers report. Under proper conditions, the door seal should compress making it totally leak proof. Some units comprise another drain below the entrance door to help prevent leaks if the door does leak. If this attribute is included ask. Because it covers the door in the case of a leak and the seal, we highly recommend that you just get a lifetime warranty. Also, it is very important to take good care of the walk in bath door when the bath is not in use to prevent premature failure of the seal. Wiping the door seal and door jamb down after each use can maintain the integrity of the water seal. Follow the maintenance and care directions.

Question 6

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

You can re sell or locate used walk-in tubs being sold online. However, many folks typically desire to ensure they are purchasing a walk in bathtub that personally matches their needs for the long term. They're much less inclined to take a big risk by paying all the costs related to transport and also the removal of their existing tub without assurance and a bit more investment in the status along with quality of their purchase. There isn't actually a huge market for plumbing fixtures that are used. In the event you're unsure how long you're going to be at your Cicero residence and can't warrant a long-term care solution of a major walk in bathtub installment, then there are easy step retrofits that give you the ability to return the toilet to an unmodified toilet to avoid turning potential buyers away who don't want to pay for a big removal. Finally, if you do think you could try and resell your walk-in bathtub, the following buyer may want to know whether the lifetime guarantee is extended to other owners as well or if they're going to need to cover the costs connected with a door seal or other part damages that may occur with use.

Question 7

7) Is there a way to get Jacuzzi jets in my tub?

Yes. Be careful of the amount of atmosphere and water that comes out of the jets to be sure it's the proper number that will soothe aches and your sore muscles with a massage sensation. Jets may be positioned to target specific regions to provide for the best effects. Many Cicero customers enjoy the therapeutic effect of having jets installed in their walk in bathtub for a wide range of health conditions that gain from the extra relaxation.

Question 8

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

If your disability was a result of a car or work accident, check together with the correct insurance insurance company to find out if house adjustments resulting from your impairment are covered. Claims that contain Cicero dwelling alterations are admissible in insurance resolutions. Someone have a health condition which meets their definition of disability and qualifies for Social Security disability benefits when they have worked in work that was insured by Social Security. Benefits might be insured in case you are injured or on disability. Since SSI is a needs-based plan plus an SSI recipient must have limited income and resources, eligibility for the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS) allows a person with a disability to achieve an occupational objective. The money that's set aside under a PASS may be used for anything that leads to an occupational objective and may be used to cover house adjustments through an SSI savings strategy. In the event you are a veteran, the Department of Veterans' Affairs does offer individual programs that will allow you to deflect some of the price. Contact the VA and ask for VA form 26-4555 to submit an application for SHA or SAH grant. For advice on all VA benefits in Illinois call 1-800-827-1000.

Question 9

9) Will Medicare cover the cost of equipment and installation in Illinois?

Medicare does not cover walk in tub equipment and installation prices in Illinois, for the reason that they are home modifications, not durable medical equipment. Durable medical equipment does not contain physical changes to a house, only medical gear and supplies that are used to help a patient in and out of bed or a chair, or make use of a shower or tub easier and safer. Consumer Affairs suggests that you may wish to contact Medicare to see if (for mobility safety reasons) a walk-in bath is warranted to ascertain whether the gear can be somewhat compensated. More times than not, it won't be covered by them. But if you are qualified for Medicaid, the system in your state may offer you some financial assistance for a walk in bathtub. You may qualify for a House and Community Based Service (HCBS) waiver to play for particular specialized medical equipment and availability modifications. If you're a receiver of Medicare and Medicaid, it's also advisable to consider the Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan. This plan is a portion of the Medicare Advantage plan for dual eligibles. Medicaid provides a whole list of waivers applicable to the elderly that we recommend that you review.

Question 10

10) Can I choose the color / style to match my interior decoration?

Yes. Walk-in tubs can be personalized to your preference. Check with the manufacturers about Illinois options. Some only offer colors that are uniform with most bathrooms. Selecting the right walk in tub for you means discussing the variety of fashions, sizes and layouts to ensure it satisfies your own special needs and room conditions. You might have to pay an additional fee for a custom colour, since most producers make bathtubs in white and cream.

Question 11

11) Can I make one of these myself?

Yes, but most people do not start from scratch, they start with a tub conversion kit. There are instructions available on the best way to convert your existing bathtub into a walk in bath. We advise that you just understand just how to use the correct tools in order that you don't end up with a non-working bathtub. There are businesses that understand just how to turn your bath more handicap along with your home accessible for less of an investment than alternatives. As Illinois installers, we know how to direct you in the correct direction, so please ask us for a consultation so we are able to assist you in making your house meet your present needs, especially if you've recently become disabled or are providing an elderly individual care-giving in their home or your house.

Question 12

12) Will a tub like this add to my Cicero home’s resale value?

If you reside in a Cicero retirement community, installing a walk-in bath may raise the value of your home. Otherwise, it likely will not raise the value of your home. Since modifications to your bathroom do not generally increase the value of your home, the price may be eligible for the medical expense deduction for tax purposes both federally and in Illinois if the main goal of the improvements is to accommodate a residence to the incapacity of the citizen, their partner or dependent living there.

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