Walk In Tubs & Roll In Showers in Illinois, Installed in a Day
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Accredited since 2012★ 4.9 Google (35 reviews)In business since 2012No in-home sales visitWalk In Tubs & Roll In Showers in Illinois: What Actually Changes State to State
Same tubs, same crews, same one-day promise. What changes in Illinois is the housing, the water, the permits and the money that helps pay. Here is the whole picture for Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, Joliet, Rockford, Springfield, Elgin, Peoria, Champaign, Waukegan, Bloomington and Decatur.
Illinois homes and the bathrooms in them
Chicago bungalows, two-flats and 1950s brick ranches with basements dominate the north; downstate has farmhouses, 1970s ranches and a meaningful manufactured-home stock. Basements make drain access easy; bungalow bathrooms are small.
That matters because a walk in tub is chosen for the room as much as the bather. A standard 60 inch alcove takes the Hydro Dimensions 3060, Meditub 3060 or Ella Ultimate as a drop-in replacement, with factory extension panels closing any gap. A cramped bath with a 45 to 53 inch space takes the HD 2645 or Ella Mobile. A bathroom that will be used from a wheelchair is often better served by a Bestbath 60 x 30 roll in shower than by any tub, and we will say so on the first call.
Weather, water and skin
Humid summers and freezing winters; drafty older bathrooms make a heated seat and fast-fill faucet the most requested options, and freeze-protected plumbing runs matter on exterior walls.
Lake Michigan water is moderately hard; downstate wells vary. Scale-tolerant faucet standard, heater check on wells.
Regions we cover: Chicago and the collar counties, Rockford and northern Illinois, Peoria and Bloomington in central Illinois, Springfield, Champaign-Urbana, and the Metro East near St. Louis.
Examples: 60601 to 60699 Chicago, 60502 to 60507 Aurora, 60540 to 60565 Naperville, 60431 to 60436 Joliet, 61101 to 61114 Rockford, 62701 to 62712 Springfield, 60120 to 60124 Elgin, 61601 to 61616 Peoria, 61820 to 61826 Champaign, 60085 to 60087 Waukegan, 61701 to 61705 Bloomington, 62521 to 62526 Decatur
Every ZIP code in Illinois is served. Installation availability for very rural addresses is confirmed on the first call.
Permits and code in Illinois
Illinois has a statewide plumbing code and local building codes; Chicago requires licensed plumbers and permits for tub replacements, and most suburbs require a plumbing permit. Electrical permits for new circuits are standard.
Either way, our crews pull what is required, install to the manufacturer's spec, and leave the paperwork with you. Our showers are ADA and ANSI A117.1 code-compliant models when that is what the job calls for, and every install is fill-tested with the door closed before we leave.
Paying for it in Illinois
The Illinois Community Care Program and the Persons who are Elderly waiver can fund home modifications; the Illinois Department on Aging and the thirteen Area Agencies on Aging, including AgeOptions for suburban Cook, handle applications.
Veterans: the VA HISA grant pays up to $6,800 (service-connected) or $2,000 toward a walk in tub or roll in shower, filed through Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (Chicago) or the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital (Hines). Build the itemized estimate the reviewer wants in four minutes with our planner. Everyone else: monthly financing, senior and veteran discounts on every order, and an itemized written price with no in-home sales visit. Medicare rarely pays, and we say so up front.
Install day in Illinois, hour by hour
The crew arrives with the tub, the wall system and every fitting on the truck. Old tub out and hauled away, subfloor checked, drain and supplies roughed in, tub set dead level on its feet, connected, filled with the door closed for twenty minutes, walls and trim finished, then a walkthrough with the bather so the door latch, drain lever and controls are second nature before we leave. Full install-day guide →
Illinois by the numbers
Chicago's famous bungalow belt has roughly 80,000 homes with nearly identical small bathrooms, which is why the compact 26 to 28 inch walk in tubs are our best sellers here. Bathroom injuries send more than 230,000 Americans to the emergency room each year according to the CDC, and a large share happen climbing over a tub wall. A 3 to 7 inch threshold, a built-in seat and a grab bar are designed to reduce that risk when the tub is installed and used properly.
Models Illinois customers choose most
Illinois walk in tub and roll in shower FAQ
Do you install walk in tubs in Illinois?
Yes. Factory-certified crews install walk in tubs and roll in showers across Illinois, including Chicago, Aurora, Naperville and Joliet, usually in one day. Rural addresses are quoted case by case and can also ship supply-only with free tech support for your own plumber.
How much does a walk in tub cost installed in Illinois?
Most fully installed walk in tub and roll in shower projects in Illinois land between $15,000 and just under $20,000, itemized, with a $2,000 promotion and a $250 veteran discount currently applied. National TV brands quote $25,000 to $30,000 for the same job. Supply-only tubs start in the low thousands with free shipping to the lower 48 on many models.
Do I need a permit to replace my tub in Illinois?
Illinois has a statewide plumbing code and local building codes; Chicago requires licensed plumbers and permits for tub replacements, and most suburbs require a plumbing permit. Electrical permits for new circuits are standard.
What water heater do I need for a walk in tub in Illinois?
Lake Michigan water is moderately hard; downstate wells vary. Scale-tolerant faucet standard, heater check on wells.
Can the VA help pay for a walk in tub in Illinois?
Eligible veterans can use the VA HISA grant, up to $6,800 for service-connected conditions or $2,000 otherwise. Our VA HISA Estimate Planner builds the itemized estimate in about four minutes, and Illinois veterans file it with Prosthetics at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (Chicago). We are a supplier and installer, not the VA, and cannot determine eligibility.
Which walk in tub is best for Illinois homes?
For the standard 60 inch alcove common in Illinois, the Hydro Dimensions 3060, Meditub 3060 and Ella Ultimate are the most popular; small bathrooms take the HD 2645 or Ella Mobile; wheelchair users choose the Ella Transfer30 or Transfer60; larger bathers the HD 3555 Plus or Ella TransferXXL. Send a photo and we confirm fit before you order.
How long does installation take in Illinois?
One day in most Illinois homes: tear-out at 7:30, fill test by 2:30, walkthrough by 4:30. Tile work, moving plumbing or second-floor installs in older homes can add a day, and we tell you before work starts.
Do you ship walk in tubs to rural Illinois?
Yes. Anywhere a freight truck can reach. Crated tubs ship LTL with liftgate delivery, free to the lower 48 on many models, and your local plumber gets the factory schematic and our free tech support. Hydro Dimensions even backs self-installs with a 1-year labor warranty.
Where we install in Illinois
Walk in tub or roll in shower for an Illinois home?
About a third of Illinois families who call about a walk in tub end up with a roll in shower, and they are happier for it. The test is simple. If the bather can stand, step over six inches and pivot to sit, and someone in the house wants to soak, a walk in tub with a heated seat is the right buy. If the bather uses a wheelchair full time, or nobody wants a 20-minute bath, a low-threshold shower with a fold-up seat is faster to use, easier for a caregiver, and no more expensive. The middle path is a walk in tub shower combo with full-height walls, one bather soaks and the other showers standing.
For caregivers and adult children in Illinois
If you are buying for a parent, bring them into the door and seat decision. The tubs that go unused are the ones chosen for someone rather than with them. Show them the schematic on the product page, measure their seated hip width and add two inches for the seat, and ask their physician or occupational therapist about water temperature, jets and the transfer method. An OT letter also strengthens a VA HISA or Medicaid waiver application. Our guide to door swings and sizes covers the five decisions that actually change the outcome.
What is included in an Illinois installation
- Tub or shower system, faucet with 5 foot handheld wand, drain kit, overflow and extension panels
- Demolition and haul-away of the old tub or shower and surround
- Plumbing rough-in, set and level, connections, and a 20-minute fill test with the door closed
- Wet-area wall panels or surround, trim and caulk (tile quoted separately)
- Dedicated GFCI electrical with up to 25 feet of run when jets, a heater or a heated seat are ordered
- Written leak-protection guarantee, factory warranty paperwork, and the manual left with the bather
Why Illinois customers skip the TV brands
National brands quote $25,000 to $30,000 for a walk in tub installed in Illinois, and the price is set at your kitchen table after a three-hour presentation. The same class of tub from Hydro Dimensions, Ella's Bubbles or Meditub, installed by factory-certified crews with a lifetime shell warranty, runs $15,000 to under $20,000 with us, itemized, with no visit. The difference pays for the jets, the heated seat and a good chunk of a year's property tax. See the full price investigation →
Aging Safely Baths has supplied and installed walk in tubs and handicap showers in Illinois since 2012. We sell by phone, never at your kitchen table: you tell us about the bathroom and the bather, we send a written price range the same day, and a factory-certified crew installs it, usually in one day. Prefer your own plumber? Supply-only orders ship to any Illinois address with the same factory warranty.
Cities we serve in Illinois
ChicagoAuroraJolietNapervilleRockfordSpringfieldElginPeoriaChampaignWaukegan
What Illinois homeowners choose most
Walk in tubs
Sixty models from Hydro Dimensions, Ella's Bubbles and Meditub, including bariatric, wheelchair-transfer and two-seat tubs.
Compare every tub →Roll in showers
Bestbath barrier-free and low-curb showers with seats and grab bars, one-piece or multi-piece.
See roll in showers →Tub to shower conversion
Remove the tub, set a level pan, add walls, seat and grab bars, shower the same night.
How conversions work →How an Illinois install works
Call or send photos
Ten minutes on the phone, or the bathroom builder. We size the tub or shower to the room and the person.
Written range, same day
Installed and supply-only options, veteran and senior discounts applied, grant paperwork if you qualify.
Crew scheduled
A Illinois factory-certified crew confirms measurements before the order ships.
One-day install
Old tub out, new unit in, fill-tested, walk-through with the bather. Leak protection guarantee included.
Paying for it in Illinois
Veterans: the VA HISA grant covers up to $6,800 for a service-connected condition. Illinois Medicaid home and community based waivers can fund modifications for eligible residents; your Area Agency on Aging starts that application. Some Medicare Advantage plans include a home safety benefit. See Medicare and walk in tubs and financing.
The complete guide to walk in tubs and showers in Illinois
Aging Safely Baths helps Illinois homeowners upgrade to more accessible, low-stress bathing with Illinois walk in tubs, Chicago walk in tubs, roll in showers, and handicap accessible bathroom solutions. From downtown Chicago condos to homes in Springfield, Peoria, and Rockford, we focus on comfort, accessibility, and quality of life so bath time can feel safer and more predictable.
Illinois Walk In Tubs & Roll In Showers for Aging in Place
Stepping over a tall bathtub wall can feel stressful when balance, mobility, or joint health begin to change. Many Illinois homeowners tell us they do not want to give up bathing, but they also do not want to feel nervous every time they get in and out of the tub. That is why our Illinois walk in tubs and roll in showers are designed to lower the step, add supportive seating, and reduce guesswork. Our goal at Aging Safely Baths is to help you create a bathroom that feels more predictable and comfortable so you can focus on enjoying your day.
We provide Illinois walk in tubs, Chicago walk in tubs, ADA style roll in showers, and handicap showers that are designed to support easier entry, comfortable seating, and the option for therapeutic features such as hydrotherapy. In many cases, customers choose a walk in tub with water or air jets so they can enjoy a warm soak and gentle massage on their own schedule. Others prefer a roll in shower with a very low threshold and a handheld shower wand for quick seated showers. This way, you can match the bathing style to your daily routines.
You can choose product only and work with a trusted local contractor, or select a full turn key installation in many parts of Illinois. Either way, you receive premium bathing systems from manufacturers we trust, clear information, and respectful, educational support without high pressure tactics. In addition, we take time to answer questions and explain the differences between models so you can feel confident before making any decisions.
Service Coverage Map for Illinois Walk In Tubs
Why Illinois & Chicago Homeowners Choose Aging Safely Baths
- Chicago walk in tubs and Illinois walk in tubs from premium name brands
- ADA style roll in showers, low threshold pans, and handicap showers Illinois homeowners can use with walkers or wheelchairs
- Barrier style conversions that replace a standard tub with a low step shower or walk in bathing system
- Product only shipping throughout Illinois or full installation in select areas
- Upfront pricing, friendly consultations, and no high pressure sales visits
- Access to options such as hydrotherapy jets, microbubble systems, inline heaters, and comfort features
If you would like to compare different bathing systems, you can also review our main walk in tubs page and our hydrotherapy bathtub information. These pages can help you understand how jets, seat heights, and comfort features may fit your needs before you look at specific Illinois packages.
Real Stories From Illinois & Chicago Walk In Tub Customers
When people think about accessibility, they often picture grab bars and a lower step. However, for many Illinois homeowners, the deeper impact is emotional: dignity, independence, and the simple joy of being able to relax in warm water again. A safer bathroom can also give family members more peace of mind.
Chicago Area Experiences With Walk In Tubs
One of our customers in the Chicago area shared a story that stays with us. She slipped while getting out of a traditional bathtub and could not get up. She remained there for almost a full day until help arrived. Later, when she chose a walk in tub, she cried during the appointment and told us how much it meant to feel more in control of her bathing routine again. Her words were not about luxury — they were about relief, privacy, and not wanting to go through that kind of experience ever again.
Another customer from Illinois told us he had not been able to take a bath in over five years because stepping over the bathtub wall and sitting down on a low surface simply did not feel realistic anymore. After his walk in tub was installed, he described the feeling of sitting in warm water again, with jets gently massaging his legs and back, as “getting a piece of my life back.” For many people, this type of change is about feeling more like themselves.
A Fictional Example That Reflects Real Illinois Families
The next example is fictional, but it represents a real world situation that many families in Illinois discuss with us:
Names and identifying details are always removed from real customer stories for privacy. Fictional examples are clearly labeled but reflect common patterns we hear from Illinois families considering walk in tubs and roll in showers.
How Hydrotherapy May Support Comfort & Quality of Life
Many Illinois and Chicago walk in tubs include optional hydrotherapy packages. While we cannot make medical claims, customers frequently tell us they feel that warm water, air jets, and whirlpool style massage help them unwind, loosen up, and enjoy less tension after a long day. Some people also say they feel it supports circulation or helps them feel more comfortable in their joints. Because every person is different, it is important to consider your own comfort and talk with your healthcare team.
Common Hydrotherapy Features in Illinois Walk In Tubs
Common benefits people talk about include:
- The ability to soak sore knees, hips, and backs in warm water without struggling to get down to a low tub floor
- Having targeted jets near the calves, feet, or lumbar area to create a massage like sensation
- Using microbubble systems that surround the skin with tiny, oxygen rich bubbles for a gentle, spa like experience
- Adding chromatherapy and aromatherapy options to create a calming evening routine
We always encourage you to do your own research on hydrotherapy and talk with your doctor or healthcare professional if you have specific medical questions. A walk in tub or roll in shower is not a medical device, but it can become part of a home environment focused on comfort and quality of life. In addition, when you call, you can ask us to explain which Illinois walk in tub models offer the hydrotherapy features you are most interested in.
If hydrotherapy is important to you, let us know when you call 1-888-779-2284 (BATH) so we can focus on Illinois walk in tub models that offer the features you are most interested in.
Serving Chicago, Suburbs & All of Illinois
We proudly serve homeowners throughout the Chicago metro area and across the entire state of Illinois with walk in tubs, roll in showers, and handicap accessible showers. Whether you live in a high rise condo in downtown Chicago, a single family home in the suburbs, or a smaller town in central or southern Illinois, we can help explore options that fit your space and goals. In many situations, there is a way to work within the existing footprint of your current bathtub.
Illinois Cities and Regions We Commonly Serve
- Chicago · Evanston · Oak Park
- Naperville · Aurora · Joliet
- Elgin · Schaumburg · Arlington Heights
- Rockford · Peoria · Springfield
- Champaign · Bloomington · Decatur
- Waukegan · Orland Park · Tinley Park
- Bolingbrook · Downers Grove · Skokie
- And communities across all 102 Illinois counties
Many standard bathtub spaces in Illinois homes are approximately 30" x 60". In many cases, that footprint can be converted to a 30" x 52" or 30" x 60" walk in tub or a low threshold shower system. During your consultation, we can discuss measurements, door swing, plumbing access, and electrical needs so you have a clear picture of what is involved. This step by step review helps prevent surprises later.
To discuss your specific bathroom layout, call toll free 1-888-779-2284 (BATH) or request a consultation online.
Illinois Walk In Tub & Roll In Shower Options
With one of the broadest selections in Illinois, we can match your home and budget with the right solution. Popular options include:
Popular Illinois Walk In Tub & Shower Configurations
- Deep soaking walk in tubs with comfortable, chair height seating
- Wheelchair transfer bathtubs with side entry and built in seats
- Curbless, barrier style roll in showers with very low entry
- ADA style shower systems with grab bar placement and seat options
- Non ADA showers for value focused projects and rental properties
- Low threshold roll in shower pans for walkers and mobility aids
- Hydrotherapy air and water jet packages for a spa like experience
- Compact models for smaller Chicago condos and tight bathrooms
If you are just starting your research, you can explore more details on our walk in tubs and FAQ pages, then return here when you are ready to look at options for Illinois and Chicago. This sequence can make the process feel less overwhelming because you will already understand the basic terminology and features.
Build Your Illinois Walk In Tub & Shower Accessory Plan
Use this interactive tool to choose the features you want — then generate a simple text plan you can save, print, or email to yourself and share with an Aging Safely Baths consultant. It is a quick way to organize your thoughts before you call or schedule a visit, and it also helps you compare different Illinois walk in tub and roll in shower combinations side by side.
Medicare, Insurance & Payment Options For Illinois Walk In Tubs
A common question we hear is: “Does Medicare pay for a walk in tub in Illinois?” In most cases, traditional Medicare considers walk in tubs and similar upgrades as home improvements, so they are typically not covered. This can feel discouraging at first, but there may still be other ways to make the project more affordable.
However, coverage can vary with certain Medicare Advantage plans, long term care policies, VA programs, or other local assistance options. It is important to review your specific plan and benefits or speak directly with your insurer. In addition, some families choose to complete the project in phases or start with a more budget friendly package.
This information is general and not insurance, financial, or medical advice. Always confirm details with your plan provider or advisor.
Illinois Counties We Serve
We serve all 102 counties in Illinois, including:
- Adams
- Alexander
- Bond
- Boone
- Brown
- Bureau
- Calhoun
- Carroll
- Cass
- Champaign
- Christian
- Clark
- Clay
- Clinton
- Coles
- Cook
- Crawford
- Cumberland
- DeKalb
- De Witt
- Douglas
- DuPage
- Edgar
- Edwards
- Effingham
- Fayette
- Ford
- Franklin
- Fulton
- Gallatin
- Greene
- Grundy
- Hamilton
- Hancock
- Hardin
- Henderson
- Henry
- Iroquois
- Jackson
- Jasper
- Jefferson
- Jersey
- Jo Daviess
- Johnson
- Kane
- Kankakee
- Kendall
- Knox
- Lake
- LaSalle
- Lawrence
- Lee
- Livingston
- Logan
- McDonough
- McHenry
- McLean
- Macon
- Macoupin
- Madison
- Marion
- Marshall
- Mason
- Massac
- Menard
- Mercer
- Monroe
- Montgomery
- Morgan
- Moultrie
- Ogle
- Peoria
- Perry
- Piatt
- Pike
- Pope
- Pulaski
- Putnam
- Randolph
- Richland
- Rock Island
- St. Clair
- Saline
- Sangamon
- Schuyler
- Scott
- Shelby
- Stark
- Stephenson
- Tazewell
- Union
- Vermilion
- Wabash
- Warren
- Washington
- Wayne
- White
- Whiteside
- Will
- Williamson
- Winnebago
- Woodford
Illinois ZIP Codes We Serve
We proudly serve every ZIP code in Illinois. Here is a representative list:
Aging Safely Baths serves all Illinois ZIP codes — if you do not see yours listed, you are still covered.
Illinois Resources for Aging & Accessibility
For additional support related to aging in place and disability services in Illinois, you may find the resources from the Illinois Department on Aging helpful:
FAQ for Illinois & Chicago Walk In Tubs & Roll In Showers
Illinois programs that help pay for bathroom safety
Illinois Department on Aging
Your state unit on aging. Start with the Eldercare Locator to reach the Area Agency on Aging for your county; they know every local home-modification program and can arrange an occupational therapy assessment.
Medicaid: Community Care Program and Persons Who Are Elderly waiver
Illinois's home and community-based services program can fund bathroom modifications for eligible seniors and adults with disabilities. Ask the Area Agency on Aging or your Medicaid caseworker about environmental modification benefits. Medicare vs. Medicaid explained.
Veterans in Illinois
The VA HISA grant pays up to $6,800 (service-connected) or $2,000 toward a walk in tub or roll in shower. Build the itemized estimate in four minutes with our VA HISA Estimate Planner, then file with Prosthetics at your nearest VA medical center.
Rural Illinois homeowners
USDA Section 504 Home Repair grants (up to $10,000 for very-low-income homeowners 62+) and loans can cover accessibility work. Supply-only orders ship free to the lower 48 on many models if a crew cannot reach you. Supply-only details.
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Ready to Upgrade Your Illinois Bathroom for Comfort & Independence?
Whether you live in downtown Chicago, a nearby suburb, or a quiet town anywhere in Illinois, Aging Safely Baths is here to help you enjoy bath time again with more comfort, access, and peace of mind.
Use the builder above to outline your ideal walk in tub or ADA style roll in shower, then reach out for a friendly, no pressure consultation. We will talk through your goals, measurements, and budget and help you compare different options. As a result, you can move forward with a plan for Illinois walk in tubs and showers that feels realistic instead of rushed.
Request My Illinois Walk In Tub or Roll In Shower QuoteOr call toll free 1-888-779-2284 (BATH) to speak with an Aging Safely Baths consultant about Illinois walk in tubs, roll in showers, and handicap accessible bath solutions.
Questions we answer every day
Do you install walk in tubs in Illinois?
Yes. Factory-certified installers cover Chicago, Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, Rockford and most of Illinois, usually completing the job in one day. Tell us your ZIP and we confirm availability on the first call.
Can I buy a walk in tub in Illinois without installation?
Yes. Supply-only orders ship to any Illinois address on a liftgate truck with the full factory warranty and free phone support for your plumber.
How much does a walk in tub cost in Illinois?
Many national brands run $25,000 to $30,000 for a fully installed walk in tub or roll in shower. We are nowhere near that. Our options run from shower pans under $2,000 up to fully installed walk in tubs starting around $15,000, and the final number moves with the installation: which tub or shower you choose, how customized you want it, and whether we need to widen a door, go through a wall, or run electrical for hydrotherapy or a heated seat. Most of the time we come in well under $20,000 fully installed with a premium walk in tub or shower and the customizations you want. Call 1-888-779-2284 and we give you a written price on the first call.
Are there Illinois programs that help pay?
Veterans in Illinois may qualify for the VA HISA grant (up to $6,800), and Illinois Medicaid waiver programs can fund bathroom modifications for eligible residents. Some Medicare Advantage plans include a home safety benefit. We help with the paperwork.
Do you do tub to shower conversions in Illinois?
Yes, it is the most common job our Illinois crews do: remove the tub, set a Bestbath barrier-free or low-curb pan, add walls, a seat and grab bars, usually in one day.
Let's make your bathroom a safer room in the house.
Talk to a real person about walk in tubs, roll in showers, installation in your area and pricing. Veteran & senior discounts included.