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Question 1

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

Check with your Madison homeowner's insurance to ensure it's going to cover you against this kind of damage. You may need a home modification license from the Madison, AL building department to set up a bath, particularly when walls need to be eliminated to coordinate with your toilet plans. Most of all, you didn't get one AND somehow and in the event you needed a permit your home suffers from damage from the installed walk in bath, your losses may not be covered by your homeowner's insurance. In case you plan on ever selling your Madison home, there are loads of buyer beware messages out there that will direct prospective buyers from your home since it does impact homeowner's insurance if there have been any improvements without permits. Buyers see the licenses and their homeowners insurance as protections on their investments in dwellings.

Question 2

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

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance paths to think about when searching for aid to buy your walk-in bath. The USA Rural Development plan is also referred to as the Section 504 plan, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program as well as the RD 504 Loan Program. The modifications may have a walk in bathtub. There are geographical and age, income demands to participate. Following that, you can click on your own county as well as a record of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance program for the elderly, you can check this list to see whether 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 setup costs of a walk in tub, can be a good resource. Contact them at http://www.togetherwetransform.org/find-your-local-affiliate (4)There are other options to consider. The Internal Revenue Service may decide that your home modification qualifies for tax deductions as a medical and dental expense. There are also qualifications in order to claim an individual who needs care as a dependent. Phone the IRS to find out if you're able to deduct the cost of installing your walkin bath. IRS Publication 502 is an excellent resource that will assist you to estimate whether modifying your toilet qualifies you to deduct it as a medical expense. You may also call them at (800) 829-1040. (5) The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification may also allow you to locate help to cover home modifications. Click here to learn more http://gero.usc.edu/nrcshhm/ (6) Your local Independent Living Center (ILC) is a valuable resource for suggestions on how to pay for your alterations. Click the link to find out more about this option http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 3

3) Is there any additional structural support needed before installation?

Many walk-in tubs are mounted to a stainless steel welded support frame with leveling feet that is included with your bought bathtub. The flooring in the toilet should have a structural support strength that surpasses the weight of the bathtub plus the weight of the water. Our Madison installer will check to ascertain when it is not if the floor is level and otherwise, then they are going to make use of the leveling legs to adjust the degree of the tub. Obviously, the last tub will need to be eliminated. In addition, the if replacing, the wall or tile in the area will have to be removed.

Question 4

4) Will a tub like this add to my Madison home’s resale value?

If you live in a Madison retirement community, installing a walk-in bath may raise the value of your own home. It likely won't raise the value of your house. Since modifications to your bathroom do not normally raise the value of your house, price can be eligible for the medical expense deduction for tax purposes both federally and in Alabama if the main purpose of the improvements would be to adapt a residence to the impairment of the taxpayer, their partner or dependent living there.

Question 5

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

Yes. Walk in tubs can be personalized to your taste. Check with the manufacturers about Alabama alternatives. Colours that are uniform with the majority of bathrooms are only offered by some. Selecting the right walk in bathtub for you means discussing the variety of fashions, sizes and layouts to ensure it suits your own special needs and room conditions. You may have to pay an added fee for a custom colour, since most makers make baths in white and cream.

Question 6

6) Do Walk-In Bathtubs Leak?

Yes, they can leak. Consumers who bought poorer quality fiberglass in a framed walk in bath have reported that their walk-in bath eventually showed spider splitting in the floor region and then leaked. Another common criticism from people who purchased an inferior quality tub and attempted to save cash comes from door leaks. Be sure the walk-in tub is rigid and strong to prevent any flex that inhibits a water tight door. Also, during the installation process, it's highly advised that the Alabama installer never lift the tub by the pipes, since it can lead to escapes. Additionally any damage that could have occurred during carrying can loosen appointments and mishandling and cause leakage. Before using the walk-in bath, it's significant that the bathtub is tested by the installer correctly according to the instruction manual. In case the tub isn't installed degree with the supporting attributes supplied, the water could create the door to leak and may have problem emptying properly. Finally, make sure to comprehend the hazards associated with the positioning of your walk-in tub, particularly alcoves, because they have special conditions to prevent leaking.

Question 7

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

You can re-sell locate or used walk-in bathtubs being sold online. Nevertheless, a lot of people typically desire to make sure that they're purchasing a walk in bath that personally fulfills with their needs for the long term. They are less likely to take a huge risk by paying all the costs related to transportation and also the removal of their present bathtub without guarantee and a bit more investment in quality and the status of their purchase. There isn't really a huge market for plumbing fixtures that are used. In the event you're not sure how long you're going to be at your Madison residence and can't warrant a long-term care option of a major walkin bath 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 do not need to pay for a huge removal. Eventually, should you believe you could attempt to resell your walk-in bathtub, the next buyer may want to know whether the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners as well or if they are going to have to cover the costs related to a door seal or alternative component damages that could occur with use.

Question 8

8) Will AARP cover the cost of equipment and installation?

AARP isn't a supplier of insurance, but contracts with insurance companies to make coverage available to AARP members. AARP will not make people health plan recommendations and does not cover the price of walk in bathtubs or any health needs. AARP does provide accessibility to health care tools and coverage like Medicare Supplement Insurance and other health plans to members as a resource, but member benefits are supplied by third parties. Check with the plans which are listed in Alabama under AARP's membership services.

Question 9

9) How do walk-in tubs drain?

Some systems apply a gravitation just drainage system, while other manufacturers offer power assisted drainage systems. Usually, the drainage system in a walk in bath is attached to the standard bathtub drain, which is threaded into a flat pipe called a waste shoe. The shoe is sealed under its flange using a foam washer or putty. Since a bather cannot leave the bath until all the water is drained, the huge difference is the fact that since sitting there waiting for the water to drain can leave a bather feeling cooled, makers have attempted to decrease the waiting time. Comparing double drain alternatives to fast drain options is important when considering that most walk-in baths take between 2 and 3 minutes to drain which necessitates that the temperature in the room be comfortable while they wait. Some characteristics may cost you more, so it's almost always wise to ask. Eventually, get to be aware of the difference between frameless baths since frameless baths tend to drain faster than framed baths, because they don't alter the drain height of your existing bath and framed baths. Framed baths are built on a steel framework and also the bottom of the bath is suspended off the ground. Frameless baths are designed with an extra-strength mold that doesn't necessitate a steel frame and the underside of the bath is not suspended in the air.

Question 10

10) How much is it for a cheaper walk-in bathtub?

A more economical fundamental version of the walk-in bathtub can cost between $1,7000 and $3,000 in [

Question 11

11) Will Medicare cover the cost of equipment and installation in Alabama?

Medicare doesn't cover walk-in bathtub gear and installation prices in Alabama, since they're house modifications, not durable medical equipment. Durable medical equipment doesn't include physical changes to a house, only medical equipment and supplies which are used to help a patient in and out of bed or a chair, or make use of a shower or bathtub simpler and safer. Consumer Affairs implies that you may wish to contact Medicare to see if (for mobility security reasons) a walk-in bathtub is justified to ascertain if the equipment could be partly compensated. More times than not, they will not cover it. However, if you are eligible for Medicaid, the program in your state may offer you some financial assistance for a walk-in bath. You may qualify for a Home and Community Based Service (HCBS) waiver to play for specific specialized medical equipment and availability adjustments. If you are a recipient of Medicaid and Medicare, it's also advisable to consider the Double-Eligible Specific Needs Plan. This plan is part of the Medicare Advantage plan for dual eligibles. The Special Needs Plan (SNP) or Medicaid may consider your eligibility when you can show that a walk-in bathtub is medically necessary, not only a convenience, or as a prevention in the instance of a fall, together with a written prescription that clarifies the requirement for an individual to stay residing in their own residence. Medicaid provides a whole listing of waivers relevant to the elderly that we suggest that you review.

Question 12

12) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you go into the walk-in bath, you close the doorway and seal it by pulling the handle toward you. Make sure the handle is locked in order to avoid any water loss. There are various kinds of handles depending on the version you decide to buy. Be sure it is a handle you could easily work. Following that, you close the floor drain and make sure the anti-scald device has already been preset before utilizing the tub. Your bath is prepared once the tub fills to the desired depth. Should you plan on using jets, be sure to familiarize yourself with the operating instructions to judge which speed works best for your requirements. You need to empty the water after you've finished your bath, turn the overflow knob or remove the drain depending on the kind of drain. Pull on the bath exit and handle the bath.

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