Grab Bar Installation — Bathroom Safety Bars, Seattle & Bothell

A grab bar is only as good as what it's anchored to. Screwed into drywall alone, it will pull out under real weight — exactly when someone needs it most. We anchor into studs, solid blocking, or heavy-duty toggle systems rated for the load, then test each bar before we leave.

24 Solve is a licensed and insured Washington general contractor (#24SOLSL*743C5) serving Seattle, Bothell, and the greater King & Snohomish County area.

📞 Call or text (425) 233-1136 for a free estimate.

WHERE WE INSTALL

✔️ Shower walls — vertical, horizontal, and angled bars
✔️ Bathtub surrounds and tub entry
✔️ Beside the toilet — grab bars and flip-up rails
✔️ Hallways and stairways
✔️ Entryways and exterior steps
✔️ Bedside assist rails
✔️ Tile, fiberglass, acrylic, drywall, and cultured marble surfaces

WHAT'S INCLUDED

✔️ On-site assessment of placement and height for the person who'll use it
✔️ Stud location and blocking verification
✔️ Proper anchoring — into studs where available, or rated heavy-duty anchors
✔️ Waterproof sealing on all tile and shower penetrations
✔️ Load testing before we leave
✔️ Cleanup of all debris

WHY ANCHORING MATTERS

A properly installed grab bar should support at least 250 lbs of force in any direction — that's the ADA standard. Drywall anchors alone do not meet it. In tile showers, we drill with a diamond bit to avoid cracking, seal every penetration against water intrusion, and anchor into the framing behind. If there's no stud where the bar needs to go, we use load-rated toggle anchors designed for this purpose or open the wall and add blocking.

PRICING

Standard installation: $125–$175 per bar
Additional bars same visit: $75–$100 each
Tile or stone surfaces: add $25–$50
Blocking installation (wall opened and repaired): quoted on site

Our hourly rate is $70/hr with a $140 minimum per visit. Most single-bar jobs are completed in about an hour.

Grab bars not included — we're happy to advise on what to buy, or pick one up for you at cost plus pickup time.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BAR

Length: 12" and 16" for toilet assists, 24"–36" for showers and tubs
Finish: stainless and chrome for wet areas, powder-coated for grip
Texture: knurled or peened finishes give better grip on wet hands
Mounting: angled bars help with sit-to-stand; vertical bars help with entry and exit
Flip-up bars work well beside toilets in tight spaces

We'll walk through what fits your bathroom and who's using it.

WHO WE INSTALL FOR

Seniors aging in place · Families preparing a home for a parent · Anyone recovering from surgery or injury · Caregivers and home health coordinators · Landlords and property managers · Assisted living and adult family homes · Airbnb hosts adding accessibility features

SERVICE AREA

Seattle · Bothell · Bellevue · Kirkland · Redmond · Lynnwood · Everett · Mill Creek · Woodinville · Kenmore · Shoreline · Edmonds · Mountlake Terrace · Sammamish · Issaquah · Renton · Mercer Island

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much does grab bar installation cost?
Most single-bar installations run $125–$175, with additional bars in the same visit at a reduced rate. Tile adds a bit for the specialized drilling.

Can you install a grab bar on tile?
Yes. We use diamond-tipped bits to drill without cracking the tile, and every penetration is sealed with silicone to keep water out of the wall.

What if there's no stud where I need the bar?
We use heavy-duty load-rated anchors designed for grab bars, or we open the wall, install solid blocking, and patch it. We'll tell you which approach your wall needs before starting.

How much weight will it hold?
We install to the ADA standard of 250 lbs of force in any direction, and we test each bar before leaving.

Will it damage my shower or tile?
No. Drilling tile properly is a matter of the right bit and the right speed. We've done it many times and seal everything afterward.

Do you supply the grab bars?
You can buy your own, or we can advise on what to get. We can also pick one up for you at cost plus pickup time.

How high should a grab bar be installed?
ADA guidance is 33"–36" above the floor, but the right height depends on the person using it. We'll set it where it actually helps.

Can you install multiple bars in one visit?
Yes, and it's more economical — additional bars are discounted since most of the cost is the trip out.

How soon can you come?
Same-week appointments are usually available, including evenings and weekends.

Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — 24 Solve LLC, Washington GC License #24SOLSL*743C5.

BOOK YOUR INSTALLATION

📞 Call or text (425) 233-1136
📧 Free estimates — send a photo of the bathroom and we'll quote it.
🕐 7 days a week, evening and weekend appointments available.