The Blumenthal crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Gillespie County. Bathing stays at home, where it belongs.
One number reaches the people who fit the tubs. Say what the bathroom is like and we take it from there.
(844) 578-1861Take your time on the phone. Who does the bathing, how they get around today, the size of the bathroom and the doorways on the way in: that is all we need to set a date for the visit.
Getting in and out of a standard bath can feel like climbing a mountain as the years slip by.
This is why many homeowners now choose a much safer alternative that features a leak-proof door and low entry threshold.
Our professional team helps you regain your independence by retrofitting your bathroom with these modern accessible fixtures.
Imagine soaking without any fear of slipping on wet tiles.
This change brings immense peace of mind to your entire family.
You can get a completely free estimate today to see how easily this upgrade fits into your home layout.
Stepping over a high tub wall represents one of the most common causes of household falls.
By contrast, a specialized low-step entry unit allows you to simply walk in and sit down on a comfortable, molded seat.
This simple change eliminates the need to balance on one slippery foot while trying to bathe.
Your daily routine becomes a relaxing ritual rather than a stressful chore.
On top of that, these units often feature warm hydrotherapy jets that target sore muscles and aching joints.
Which means you get a spa-like experience right in your own home every single day.
Our professional crew handles the entire process from measuring your space to finalizing the plumbing connections.
Because we focus on precision, we ensure a perfect seal that prevents any water damage to your subfloor.
This lets you enjoy your new setup with absolute confidence in its durability.
Every bathroom has its own unique footprint and plumbing challenges.
We offer a variety of sizes and door configurations to match your specific physical needs and your bathroom layout.
For instance, you can choose between outward-swinging doors for easier wheelchair transfers or inward-swinging doors to save precious floor space.
| Feature | Direct Benefit for You |
|---|---|
| Low entry threshold | Minimizes tripping hazards when entering |
| Built-in grab bars | Provides sturdy handholds for extra stability |
| Heated seating area | Keeps you warm while the basin fills up |
| Quick-drain technology | Reduces waiting time before you can open the door |
Selecting the ideal options might seem a bit overwhelming at first glance.
However, our friendly local technicians walk you through the entire catalog to find the perfect fit.
We never pressure you into buying upgrades that you do not actually need.
Removing an old cast-iron or fiberglass basin requires muscle and specialized tools.
Our crew carefully extracts your old fixture without damaging the surrounding drywall or flooring.
Next, we inspect the underlying wooden structure for any hidden rot or mold that needs immediate attention.
Correct plumbing alignment is absolutely critical for these heavy-duty units to drain properly.
We upgrade your existing pipes to handle the rapid water flow required by modern fast-drain systems.
This ensures that you do not sit shivering while waiting for the water to empty out.
Leveling the new unit represents another vital step that amateurs often mess up.
If the base is even slightly crooked, the door seal might fail over time and cause serious leaks.
Our meticulous alignment process guarantees a watertight fit that keeps your bathroom floor dry.
Trying to tackle this kind of heavy remodeling on your own usually leads to major headaches.
These specialized high-walled units are incredibly heavy and difficult to maneuver through tight hallways.
One small mistake during the installation can void the manufacturer warranty and cost thousands to fix.
Working with us means you get fully insured professionals who know how to handle tricky Texas plumbing.
We bring all the necessary permits and tools to complete the job quickly and cleanly.
This saves you from spending your weekends dealing with messy drywall dust and plumbing leaks.
We take pride in leaving your home spotless after we finish our work.
Our team hauls away your old tub and disposes of it properly so you do not have to lift a finger.
You simply get to enjoy a gorgeous, functional bathroom that keeps you safe.
We love working in small, historic communities where neighbors still look out for one another.
Our service area includes the peaceful unincorporated areas of Gillespie County where folks value honest craftsmanship and fair prices.
Whether you live near the winding creeks or closer to the highway, we come directly to your doorstep.
This rural region is known for its beautiful Hill Country views and tight-knit community of about 50 residents.
We gladly service homes across the local 78618 ZIP code and surrounding areas with top-notch care.
Living out here in Blumenthal, Texas, means you deserve the same high-quality home upgrades as folks in the big cities.
Our local team understands the specific water quality and well-pump pressures common in this part of the state.
We calibrate your new bathing system to work flawlessly with your home's existing water supply.
Getting started is incredibly simple and requires zero financial commitment from you.
When you contact us, we schedule a convenient time to visit your home and inspect your current bathroom layout.
We take precise measurements and listen carefully to your personal mobility goals.
We then present you with a detailed, transparent estimate that outlines all costs clearly.
There are never any hidden fees or surprise charges when you work with our local business.
This lets you make an informed decision that fits your budget and lifestyle perfectly.
Do not wait for an accidental slip to force your hand on bathroom safety.
Taking action today protects your long-term independence and gives your family peace of mind.
Reach out to us right now to request your free, no-obligation home estimate!
Three ideas carry the whole invention. Once they make sense, the rest of this page is just detail.
You open the door, walk in on a dry floor, sit down and close it. Only then does the water run. Because the door swings into the tub, the water itself presses it against its seal: the fuller the tub, the tighter it holds. The design cannot forget to be shut properly.
An ordinary bathtub asks you to swing a leg over a wall some fifteen inches tall, on wet tile, usually while holding nothing sturdier than a towel bar. A walk-in tub asks for a small step, about the height of a stair riser cut in half, with a grab bar placed exactly where your hand goes looking for one.
The honest cost of the sealed door is that you sit while the tub fills and while it empties. Makers answer with fast drains, often two of them, that send the water away in a couple of minutes, and with heated seats and warm air so those minutes pass kindly. We time both on your own plumbing at the assessment.
We install walk-in tubs, so you might expect us to always recommend one. We will not. If you have not enjoyed a bath in twenty years, a walk-in shower may serve you better, and we will say so at your own sink. Here is the honest picture.
| The question | Walk-in tub | Walk-in shower |
|---|---|---|
| What bathing feels like | A full warm soak, jets if you want them | A quick rinse, standing or on a bench |
| Time it asks of you | Longer: fill, soak, drain | Minutes, in and out |
| Floor space needed | Sits in the footprint of the old bathtub | Wants a little more open floor to work well |
| Budget, installed | Higher, because the door and seal are precision work | Often lower for a simple conversion |
| Sore joints and tired muscles | Warm water and jets do real, daily good here | No soak, so none of the soak's relief |
| Who tends to love it | People who cherish their bath and mean to keep it | People who shower quickly and want easy cleaning |
The deciding question is usually the first row. If the answer to "do you miss your bath" is yes, the rest of the table tends to follow.
We cut it free, shield the floors along the hallway and carry it out gently. Most old bathtubs are gone from the house before lunch.
Walk-in tubs are built to travel through ordinary doorways. Every door on the route gets measured at the assessment, so delivery day holds no surprises.
Your supply lines usually stay where they are. We fit the new valve, the hand shower and the quick drain, and check that your water heater can fill a proper soak.
The door is the heart of the tub, so it gets the slow, careful hour: aligned, adjusted and closed on its seal until the gap reads even all the way around.
When your tub has hydrotherapy, the pumps go in quiet, the lines are purged, and every control lands where a seated bather reaches it without leaning.
Panels and trim close the sides and the caulk lines are drawn clean. Then the tub is filled to the very brim once, and we watch the seal earn its keep.
We would rather tell you this before you fall in love with a tub. A walk-in tub is a home improvement, not medical equipment, and it is paid for out of the household budget the way a new roof or a rebuilt porch is. Anyone who tells you otherwise on a first phone call is selling harder than they are listening.
We make no claim about what any plan, programme or agency might do on your behalf, and we will not guess for them. Those questions belong to the people who administer them, and their answer is the only one that counts. Ask them directly, and ask before you commit to anything, including anything of ours.
What we can do is make the asking easy. Your quote arrives itemized, every line explained, so whoever needs to see it gets a precise document instead of a vague promise. That is the whole of what we control, and we would rather hand you that than a hopeful sentence about somebody else's money.
You tell us who bathes and how they get around, the rough size of the bathroom and how the tub would travel in. A few minutes on the phone, and a date for the visit.
We come to your home, measure the bathroom and every doorway on the route, and listen. No van full of tubs at the curb, no clipboard theatrics, no hurry.
A written quote follows, with each line explained in plain words: the tub, the work, the removal of the old one. Show it to your family. Sleep on it as long as you like.
One crew, one to three days. The old tub out, the new one plumbed, sealed and tested full. Your water is off for hours at a stretch, never for days.
Before we leave, we go through the door, the seat, the drain and the controls with the person who will actually bathe, until every part of it feels ordinary.
| The project | Usual bracket | What sits inside it |
|---|---|---|
| Walk-in soaker tub, installed | $4,000 - $8,000 | The tub, the door, removal of the old bathtub and the full fitting. |
| Hydrotherapy tub with jets | $6,000 - $12,000 | Water jets, warm air or both, with the pumps and controls they need. |
| Bariatric or wide-door tub | $7,000 - $14,000 | Wider seats and doors on a reinforced frame, sized at the assessment. |
| Removing the old bathtub alone | $450 - $1,200 | Folded into the lines above; priced apart only if you stop there. |
| Dedicated electrical circuit | $400 - $1,000 | Heated seats and pumps want their own breaker when the panel has no spare. |
| Walk-in tub and shower combo | $8,000 - $15,000 | One unit that soaks and showers, for households that want both. |
Your bathroom, your plumbing and the tub you choose set the final figure. That is exactly what the assessment is for.
| The feature | What it is | Why it counts |
|---|---|---|
| Low threshold | A step of about four inches into the tub | The climb over a bathtub wall is where most bathroom falls begin. Removing the climb removes the moment. |
| Seat at chair height | A molded seat near seventeen inches, like a dining chair | Sitting down and standing back up stay easy on knees and hips, with no lowering to the floor of a tub. |
| Grab bars where hands land | Fixed bars at the door and beside the seat | Balance never has to depend on a towel bar that was only ever meant to hold towels. |
| Textured floor and seat | Slip resistance molded into the tub surface itself | Wet feet keep their grip without rubber mats that curl, slide and grow things. |
| Anti-scald valve | A mixing valve that caps how hot water can arrive | Skin grows thinner with the years. The valve keeps a hot surprise from ever reaching it. |
You do sit in the tub while it fills, so the wait is real: usually a few minutes, depending on your water pressure and your heater. Many bathers spend it with the warm air running or the hand shower on their shoulders. At the assessment we run your own faucet and give you an honest minute count for your own bathroom, not a brochure number.
The door only opens once the water is gone, so the drain matters. Fast drain systems empty most tubs in about two minutes, and heated seats and warm air keep the chill away while they do. We will tell you plainly which tubs drain fastest on your plumbing around Blumenthal.
The door seals the way a ship's hatch does: the water itself presses it shut, so a good seal gets tighter as the tub fills. Every tub we fit is filled to the brim and watched before we call the job finished, and the seal carries the maker's warranty. If it ever weeps, we come back, and the trip costs you nothing.
Nearly always, because walk-in tubs are designed to travel through ordinary hallways and door frames. We measure the whole route at the assessment, front porch to bathroom. If a doorway is genuinely too narrow, you hear it from us at your kitchen table, never on delivery day.
Yes, and it happens all the time. We can hold the assessment while you are there in person, on the phone or on a video call, and the written quote goes to whoever is helping with the decision. The walkthrough at the end is always done with the person who will actually bathe.
No. We measure, we listen, we leave a written price, and your house is your own again. Some families decide that week and some take a season. The figure holds as written, and nobody from our side will camp on your phone line.
Pan around for the terrain and the distances; the place lists at the bottom of this page name each community we can drive to from here.
One sealed door between you and the bath you have been missing.
Call (844) 578-1861