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Question 1

1) Will a tub like this add to my Baton Rouge home’s resale value?

Should you live in a Baton Rouge retirement community, installing a walk-in bath may increase the value of your own home. Otherwise, it likely won't increase the value of your home. Since modifications to your toilet do not generally raise the value of your house, the cost can be qualified for the medical expense deduction for tax purposes both federally and in Louisiana if the primary purpose of the improvements is to adapt a dwelling to the impairment of the taxpayer, their partner or dependent living there.

Question 2

2) Will Medicare cover the cost of equipment and installation in Louisiana?

Medicare does not cover walk in tub equipment and installation costs in Louisiana, since they're house adjustments, not durable medical equipment. Durable medical equipment will not contain physical changes to a house, just medical equipment and materials that are used to help a patient in and out of a chair or bed, or make use of a shower or tub easier and safer. Consumer Affairs implies that you might want to contact Medicare to see if (for freedom security reasons) a walk in bathtub is justified to ascertain if the equipment can be somewhat compensated. More times than not, they won't cover it. However, if you are eligible for Medicaid, your state's program may provide you with some financial assistance for a walk in tub. You may be eligible for a House and Community Based Service (HCBS) waiver to play for certain specialized medical equipment and accessibility adjustments. In case you are a receiver of Medicaid and Medicare, you must also consider the Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan. This plan is part of the Medicare Advantage plan for dual eligibles. Medicaid provides an entire listing of waivers applicable to the elderly that we suggest that you review. Additionally, contact your Baton Rouge or Louisiana Area Agency on Aging (AAA) to explore Medicaid Waivers and fiscal choices for long term care.

Question 3

3) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you go into the walk-in bathtub, you close the doorway and seal it by pulling the handle toward you. Make sure that the handle is locked so as to avoid any water decline. There are different types of handles depending on the version you choose to purchase. Be sure it's a handle that you could certainly operate. Following that, you close the floor drain and make sure the anti-scald device has already been preset before using the tub. You have to drain the water once you have finished your bath, remove the drain determined by the type of drain or turn the overflow knob. Pull on the tub handle and leave the tub.

Question 4

4) How do walk-in tubs drain?

Some systems employ a gravitation just drainage system, while other makers offer power-assisted drainage systems. Ordinarily, the drainage system in a walk in tub is attached to the normal tub drain, which is threaded into a horizontal pipe called a waste shoe. The shoe is sealed under its flange using a foam washer or putty. Comparing double drain choices to accelerated drain options is vital when considering that most walk in tubs take between 2 and 3 minutes to drain which demands that the temperature in the room be comfortable while they wait. Some features may cost you more, so it is almost always advisable to inquire. Eventually, get to know the difference between frameless tubs since because they don't change the drain height of your existing bath frameless baths tend to drain faster than framed tubs and framed baths. Framed tubs are built on a steel framework and also the bottom of the bath is hung off the floor. Frameless baths are made with an extra-strength mold that doesn't need a steel frame and the bottom of the bath isn't hung in the air.

Question 5

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

You can re-sell or locate used walk-in baths being sold online. Nevertheless, lots of people typically wish to make sure that they are purchasing a walk-in bathtub that personally fulfills with their needs for the long term. They are much less likely to take a huge risk by paying the removal of their existing bath and also all of the costs related to shipping without assurance and a little more investment in the condition and quality of their purchase. There isn't really a huge market for plumbing fixtures that are used. Finally, if you do believe you could try to resell your walk in bathtub, the following buyer may want to be aware of whether the lifetime guarantee is extended to other owners as well or if they're going to have to cover the costs connected with a door seal or other part damages that will occur with use.

Question 6

6) How much do walk-in bathtubs cost in Baton Rouge?

A walk-in bathtub in Baton Rouge commonly ranges in cost from $1,700 to over $30,000. The price also changes depending on whether you choose acrylic or fiberglass tubs. Everyone differs and ensuring that a walk in tub works for somebody 's unique situation is quite essential as it is usually replacing a bathtub or bath assembly that isn't fulfilling their needs. A superb walk-in bath runs between installed. and $8,000 $3,000 Some suppliers offer a cash bonus or monthly payments.

Question 7

7) 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 best tools and technical familiarity with the instruments, it's potential. However, many times, someone thinks it's definitely going to be inexpensive to purchase all the tools that are proper. These tools can be costly, so be sure to compare the price of buying each of the tools and also the expense of your time learning the best way to install the kit with the expense of a professional installation. Then the directions may seem fairly simple, if you're someone who does a great deal of home improvements. Just make certain the unit is tested by them in line with the Maker 's instructions and the unit you purchased did not get damaged during transportation.

Question 8

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

If your impairment was due to a work or vehicle accident, check together with the right insurance carrier to find out if home adjustments resulting from your LA handicap are covered. Claims that comprise Baton Rouge dwelling alterations are not inadmissible in insurance resolutions. A person have a medical condition that meets their definition of impairment and qualifies for Social Security disability benefits when they have worked in a job that was covered by Social Security. Benefits may be insured, if you are injured or on disability. Since SSI is a needs-based program plus an SSI recipient must have limited income and resources, qualification for the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS) allows a person who has a disability to achieve an occupational goal. The money that is set aside under a PASS may be used for anything that leads to an occupational goal and may be utilized to cover home alterations through an SSI savings plan. In case you are a veteran, the Department of Veterans' Affairs does offer individual programs that might allow you to deflect a number of the cost. Contact the form 26-4555 to submit an application for SHA or SAH grant. For advice on all VA benefits in Louisiana call 1-800-827-1000.

Question 9

9) What are some of the benefits of getting one?

The main benefit is the fact that it facilitates your head in the event you have mobility problems, because depending on your own circumstance, you have trouble getting into the tub with no low step threshold or can slip on a regular bathtub. By making bath simpler, the design of a walk in tub can likewise make it far more suitable for folks who you depend on in your own life and assist you to live more independently. Besides the advantages of safety and accessibility, living alone in Baton Rouge is a real concern for individuals experiencing mobility issues. Other advantages include improved relaxation given all the attributes that are available to you personally. It relieves the distress associated with common ailments.

Question 10

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

Yes. There are walkin bathtub installments that offer you a big standing area for stand-up showers. You can shower sitting down or standing up. Ensure you get the correct measurements for the walk-in tub so that you don't feel cramped during a stand-up shower. Also, in case you need to keep your standing shower, since if your faucet is not directly against a wall, it's far more difficult to tap into your existing shower, another thing to keep in mind is to ask about the faucet place.

Question 11

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

The American Elder Care Research Organization lists several other financial assistance paths to consider when looking for help to buy your walk in tub. (1) The US Department of Agriculture helps low income and elderly residents of rural areas make home modifications to empower aging in place. The USA Rural Development program is also known as the Section 504 plan, the Very Low-Income Housing Repair program along with the RD 504 Loan Program. The alterations can have a walk-in tub. There are geographical and age, income demands to participate. To find out more about the maximum amounts available, other limitations and just how 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 in your county as well as a listing of service centers including phone numbers will pop up. (2) For a non-Medicaid state financial assistance system for the elderly, you can check this list to determine if 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 maybe cancel the installation 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 house modification qualifies for tax deductions as a medical and dental expense. There are also qualifications in order to assert an individual who needs attention as a dependent. Phone the Internal Revenue Service to determine if you can deduct the price of installing your walkin tub. IRS Publication 502 is a great resource that can help you 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 can also help you find help to cover home modifications. Click here to learn more http://www.new-horizons.org/indcil.html or http://www.ilru.org/projects/silc-net/silc-directory (6) Some state housing finance agencies supply loan programs to help people with disabilities or families living in a family with a member living with handicaps including home modification systems that are part of the state Assistive Technology application. Click here to find out more about this alternative http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/statewidecontacts.html.

Question 12

12) Do Walk-In Bathtubs Leak?

Yes, they can leak. Another common criticism from people who tried to save cash and bought a poor quality bath stems from door flows. Be sure that the walk in tub is powerful and inflexible to avoid any flex that inhibits a water tight door. Furthermore, during the setup process, it's exceptionally recommended that the Louisiana installer never lift the bath by the pipes, as it can result in leaks. Also any damage that may have occurred during transporting can loosen appointments and mishandling and cause leakage. Before using the walk-in tub, it's important that the bathtub is tested by the installer properly according to the instruction manual. If the bathtub isn't installed degree with the supporting attributes supplied, the water may have trouble draining correctly and may create the door to leak. Eventually, make sure you understand the dangers associated with the positioning of your walk-in tub, especially alcoves, since they have particular conditions to avert leaking.

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