Aging Safe at Home

As a contractor who has installed many walk-in tubs and showers, I’ve had the opportunity to return to homes later to see which renovation actually improved the homeowner’s life—and which one became a source of frustration. Choosing between a walk-in tub vs walk-in shower isn’t just a design choice; it’s a high-stakes decision about how … Read more

Proper grab bar installation is one of the most effective aging in place upgrades you can make. After installing them in hundreds of bathrooms, the single most common mistake I see isn’t the placement—it’s the assumption of strength. I’ve walked into homes where homeowners have “installed” bars into fiberglass inserts or thin drywall using butterfly … Read more