The New Bern crew we send takes the old bathtub out, seals the new door in and tests it full, all over Craven 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.
Stepping over a high barrier just to take a warm bath can feel like climbing a mountain if your mobility is not what it used to be. Sadly, standard bathtubs pose a major slipping hazard for seniors and anyone dealing with joint pain or balance issues. By replacing that old hazard with a low-threshold, leak-proof bathing unit, you can reclaim your independence and enjoy peace of mind every single day.
This smart upgrade removes the fear of falling because you simply open a secure door and step right inside. Our dedicated local team specializes in retrofitting safe, accessible bathing systems that fit perfectly into your existing layout. We want to help you stay in the home you love, which is why we offer an in-home consultation to evaluate your space and discuss your options.
Taking this step ensures that you or your loved ones can bathe without relying on constant assistance. You will discover how simple it is to transform a stressful daily chore into a relaxing, spa-like ritual. Let us handle the heavy lifting while you focus on enjoying a safer, stress-free lifestyle.
Many folks worry that installing a specialized deep-soaking safety bath will require tearing down their entire bathroom. Fortunately, these modern units are designed to slide right into the footprint of your standard five-foot tub. This clever design means you do not have to pay for costly wall relocations or major structural framing changes.
Every unit we install features an ultra-low entry step, heavy-duty grab bars, and a slip-resistant floor to keep you stable. On top of that, the fast-drain technology empties the water quickly so you do not have to sit shivering while waiting to open the door. These practical features combine to deliver unmatched convenience and physical relief.
| Key Feature | Direct Daily Benefit |
|---|---|
| Low-Step Entry Door | Eliminates the dangerous climb over a high tub wall |
| Contoured Built-In Seating | Allows you to sit comfortably at chair height while washing |
| Quick-Drain Systems | Lets you exit the unit almost immediately after your bath |
| Integrated Grab Bars | Provides solid handholds to prevent slips and loss of balance |
Choosing the right configuration depends on your specific physical needs and your current bathroom layout. During our visit, we will measure your doorways and plumbing lines to make sure everything lines up perfectly. This meticulous planning guarantees a smooth, hassle-free setup that will serve you well for decades to come.
Working with experienced nearby professionals ensures that your plumbing and seal integrity are handled with absolute precision. Because these high-walled units hold a large volume of water, proper leveling and heavy-duty drain connections are non-negotiable. Our skilled installers manage the entire process, including the removal of your old fixture and the disposal of all debris.
Living in a historic coastal hub like New Bern, North Carolina, means dealing with unique home designs, from classic historic properties near the Neuse River to newer builds. With a local population of 29,958 residents, we understand the specific housing stock across Craven County, whether you live in ZIP code 28560, 28561, 28562, or 28563. We tailor our techniques to match the local water pressure and plumbing standards of our community.
Budgeting for home upgrades is also easier when you work with a team that respects the local economic landscape. Considering the local median household income of $42,222, we focus on providing cost-effective, high-value plumbing retrofits that protect your home value. We always deliver transparent pricing upfront, so you never have to worry about hidden fees or surprise charges.
You do not have to sacrifice the beauty of your home just to make your bathroom more accessible. These safety units come in various finishes, colors, and textures that blend beautifully with your existing decor. You can customize the surrounding wall panels to create a cohesive, clean look that rivals any upscale hotel.
Adding luxury extras like hydrotherapy jets can help soothe sore muscles, arthritic joints, and stiff backs. These therapeutic water massage features provide targeted relief to your legs and lower spine while you soak. This wonderful addition turns a simple safety upgrade into your own private wellness sanctuary.
We also offer heated backrests to keep you warm throughout your entire bath. This means you can relax and take your time without the water cooling down too quickly. Our team will show you all these amazing options during your consultation so you can design the ultimate bath.
Getting started on your bathroom remodel is incredibly simple and completely stress-free. First, you contact us to schedule a convenient time for one of our friendly technicians to visit your home. We inspect your current plumbing, measure the space, and discuss your physical needs to find the perfect fit.
Next, we provide you with a detailed, written quote that outlines the entire scope of the project. This estimate includes the cost of the unit, the labor, and all necessary materials, with no obligation to buy. We believe in honest, open communication, which means you can ask us any questions without feeling pressured.
Once you approve the plan, we schedule the work at a time that minimizes disruption to your daily routine. Most of our installations take just a day or two, meaning you will be enjoying your new safe bath in no time. You can count on us to treat your home with the utmost respect, leaving the work area spotless.
Waiting for an accidental fall to happen before you make a change is a risky gamble that you do not need to take. Investing in a low-threshold, easy-access bathing system is a proactive step that protects your health and preserves your freedom. You deserve to feel confident and secure every time you step into your bathroom.
Our locally owned business is proud to serve our neighbors with reliable craftsmanship and top-tier customer service. We understand that this is a major decision, and we are here to support you through every stage of the journey. Let us help you transform your bathroom into a safe haven of relaxation.
Reach out to us today to request your no-obligation home estimate. Our team is ready to answer your call, listen to your concerns, and deliver the perfect solution for your home. Take action now and experience the incredible difference that safety and style can make in your life.
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 New Bern.
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