Budget and Cost
Removal and Installation: Costs can range from a few thousand to over ten thousand depending on the scope and materials.
Walkin Baths: these come in a range of styles and primarily centre around how you access and then sit or lay in the bath. Other considerations are the rise of the step in as well as the users mobility challenges. For example do you need hoist to get in from a wheel chair/bed.
Full Bathroom Renovation: A complete overhaul can be quite expensive, but mean you get a fully function for all users of the bathroom.
Design and Layout
Zero-Entry Showers: Ideal for accessibility and can be easily converted for future needs. “Design the shower as a zero entry/no curb unit a new owner could easily put a stand alone tub in the space.”
Hiring Professionals
Bathroom Fitters: General plumbers & bathroom fitters can provide these solutions, however having access to the right materials and understand the mobility issues is where they lack the right experience. They can handle all the plumbing and unexpected issues. “My conclusion is a proper mobility bathroom fitter is worth their weight in gold!” In addition they won’t have access to the grant or local authorities in the way a specialist does.
DIY Options
Consider Doing It Yourself: If you’re handy, you can save money by doing some of the work yourself.
Additional Tips
Quality Fixtures: Invest in good quality taps and fixtures for longevity. “Under no circumstances skimp on the quality of the taps and fixtures.”