The pros of a walk-in tub are safety and the ability ... $15,000 to convert a tub and shower to a walk-in shower — a lot less than the $20,000 to $35,000 that he charges to install a walk-in tub.

Walk-in tubs come in various ... from $2,000 for a standard walk-in tub without installation to $25,000 or more ... The NCOA says there are four common types of tubs to know: Whirlpool tubs ...

Whirlpool tubs: These tubs release sprays of heated bubbles (air walk-in tub), water (hydrotherapy walk-in tub), or both to massage sore muscles. The whirlpool gives the tub a Jacuzzi-like feel.

A regular bathtub usually has walls about 15 inches high. Depending on the model, a walk-in tub has a curb three to seven inches high — a huge difference for someone who is unsteady.

Q: My husband and I have a lot fewer aches after a warm bath. But getting in and out is becoming hazardous as we age. We are thinking of getting a walk-in tub. Is that a smart idea? A: A walk-in tub ...