Finally quit worrying about day-to-day bathing and recover more freedom and autonomy in your everyday life in Ann Arbor.

Question 1

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

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance paths to take into account when searching for assistance to buy your walk-in bath. The USA Rural Development program is also referred to as the Section 504 program, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program as well as the RD 504 Loan Program. The modifications can have a walk-in bathtub. There are age, income and geographical requirements to participate. Then, you can click in your county as well as a list 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 find out whether there are any that contain home modifications. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/home-modifications/state-assistance-programs.html (3) Rebuilding Together, a national nonprofit that can perhaps cancel the setup costs of a walk in tub, can be a great 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 your home alteration qualifies for tax deductions as a medical and dental expense. There are also qualifications to be able to assert an individual who requires care as a dependent. Phone the Internal Revenue Service to see in case you can deduct the cost of installing your walk in tub. IRS Publication 502 is an excellent resource that can allow you to gauge whether modifying your bathroom 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 can also allow you to locate help to pay for home modifications. Just click here to find out 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 learn more about this option http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 2

2) Do these tubs drain normally?

Yes. Occasionally, however, it is necessary to change the pipes depending on the positioning of the drains. Installers may need to add a fitting to the present wastewater conduit for a walk-in tub. Present pipes may allow for slower drain times or quicker drain times.

Question 3

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

You can re-sell locate or used walk-in baths being sold online. Yet, lots of folks typically desire to make sure that they are purchasing a walk-in bath that personally fulfills their needs for the long-term. They are less inclined to take a big risk by paying all the costs associated with shipping and the removal of their existing tub without a little more investment and guarantee in the status along with quality of their purchase. There isn't actually a big marketplace for used plumbing fixtures. In case you're unsure how long you're going to be at your Ann Arbor dwelling and can not warrant a long-term care alternative of a major walk in bathtub installation, 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 do not want to pay for a large removal. Eventually, should you think you could attempt to resell your walk in tub, the next buyer may want to be aware of if the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners as well or if they're going to need to cover the costs connected with a door seal or alternative part damages that will occur with use.

Question 4

4) What sort of guarantees are there that these tubs won’t leak and damage my Ann Arbor house?

Consumer Affairs advocates that an owner that is first buy a lifetime warranty to give peace of mind to buyers about leaks. Also, ask if the lifetime warranty is extended to other owners too. For Michigan house installments, this will be contained for a set amount of years.

Question 5

5) About how long does the installation process take with your Ann Arbor installers?

Once the bathtub arrives, an installation needs between one and three days of labor in Ann Arbor. It really depends on the scope of the job. You need to let us know whether there's a critical deadline involving a family member coming for a visit or a loved one's release from Michigan rehabilitation so that we can do the best we can to accommodate you.

Question 6

6) Are there any kits available for installing my own walk-in tub?

Yes, producers do offer do it yourself installations of a bathroom conversion kit. Depending on whether you possess the appropriate tools and specialized acquaintance with the instruments, it is not impossible. Yet, lots of times, someone believes it's going to be inexpensive to buy all the tools that are appropriate. These tools can be costly, so be sure to compare the price of purchasing all of the tools and the cost of your time learning the best way to install the kit together with the cost of a professional setup. If you're someone who does a great deal of home improvements, then the directions might seem fairly simple. If not, you may want to save yourself the trouble and expense by investing in Ann Arbor professionals who will install it correctly. Only make certain the unit is tested by them in line with the Maker 's directions and that the unit you bought didn't get damaged during transport.

Question 7

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

AARP isn't a provider of insurance, but contracts with insurers to make coverage available to AARP members. AARP doesn't make health plan recommendations for individuals and does not cover the cost of walk-in bathtubs or some wellness needs. AARP does provide coverage like other health plans and Medicare Supplement Insurance and accessibility to healthcare tools to members as a resource, but third parties provide member advantages. Check with the plans which are recorded in Michigan under the membership services of AARP.

Question 8

8) Will AETNA cover the cost of equipment and installation in Michigan?

Aetna doesn't cover walkin tubs under their plans that are traditional in Michigan. Aetna doesn't insure walk-in bathtubs under their HMO and health network plans either. They typically follow Medicare's criteria for durable medical equipment (DME) items used in the toilet. In case the member is bed- confined or room - some DMEs are considered necessary, instead of a public toilet. DMEs are considered medically necessary if it is needed for day-to-day activities and is primarily medical in nature. Since bathing considered vital and is considered a daily living action, Aetna lists bathroom 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 bathtub.

Question 9

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

They're not difficult to wash, but unlike routine baths, it is recommended to keep a daily cleaning habit with a walk in bath following manufacturer's recommendations and using the correct products. You would like to really make sure with a walk in bathroom that you remove scum and spots to defend the surface. Get into the practice of wiping down the surfaces that are wet after every use to help prevent the build up scum, which will necessitate more scrubbing later. Weekly, use cleaners to wash your walk-in bathtub. Products that address your specific water stain and deposits ought to be considered in addition to any indications that these products may destroy the finish on your tub. You want to get familiar with the best cleaning methods for your type of bath since baths are generally either acrylic or fiberglass. Fiberglass is brittle and porous and can easily dull and spot. Do not use harsh abrasive products on fiberglass. Acrylic is non-porous and simple to wash. Also, if the current weather permits, air the room out so that it does not stay humid all day. Some manufacturers advise that you just open your bathroom window for an hour each day to let moisture escape.

Question 10

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

Check with your Ann Arbor homeowner's insurance to ensure it is going to cover you against this sort of damage. You may require a home modification license from the Ann Arbor, MI building department to put in a bath, particularly when walls need to be eliminated to coordinate with your bathroom plans. Most of all, in case you needed a permit and you did not get one AND your home suffers from damage from the installed walkin tub, your losses may not be covered by your homeowner's insurance. If you plan on selling your Ann Arbor house, there are plenty of buyer beware messages out there which will steer prospective buyers from your home if there have been any developments without permits since it does affect homeowner's insurance. Buyers see the permits and their homeowners insurance as protections on their investments in dwellings.

Question 11

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

Yes. There are walkin bathtub installments that provide you with a large standing place for standup showers. You can shower sitting down or standing up. Be sure to get the correct dimensions for the walk-in bath in order that you do not feel cramped during a standup shower. Also, should you wish to keep your standing shower since if your faucet is not directly against a wall, it is much more difficult to tap into your existing shower, another thing to keep in mind would be to ask about the faucet location.

Question 12

12) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you enter the walk in bathtub, you shut the door and seal it by pulling on the handle toward you. Make sure that the handle is locked in order to avoid any water decline. There are different types of handles depending on the model you decide to purchase. Be sure it is a handle that you could quickly work. Then, you close the floor drain and make sure that the anti-scald device has already been preset before utilizing the bath. Your bath is prepared, once the bathtub fills to the desired depth. Manufacturers might also advocate a maximum time of use. Once you've completed your bath, turn the overflow knob or remove the drain determined by the kind of drain you must drain the water. Pull on the bathtub handle and exit the tub.

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