Planning checklist
Accessible bathroom checklist
An accessible bathroom checklist should cover the person’s unsafe tasks, shower entry, toilet transfer, door width, circulation space, floor slip risk, lighting, rail fixing points, shower seating, handheld shower reach, drainage, waterproofing and funding context before a quote is approved.
Quick summary
Key takeaways
Updated: . Written for Brisbane households planning accessible bathroom work.
- Start with the person and task, not the tile selection.
- Photograph the shower, toilet, doorway, vanity and floor transitions before requesting quotes.
- Ask whether wall reinforcement is needed before rail installation.
- Keep medical records out of ordinary contact forms; share sensitive documents securely only when needed.
Comparison table
Accessible bathroom quote checklist
| Item | Why it matters | Ask |
|---|---|---|
| Wall reinforcement | Rails need secure structure | Where will rails be fixed now or later? |
| Drainage falls | Controls water and slip risk | How will water fall to drain? |
| Waterproofing | Protects the home and warranty | What waterproofing system and certificate are included? |
| Fixtures | Usability depends on reach and grip | Are taps, shower and vanity usable from the required position? |
Helpful guide
Before requesting a quote
Write down the suburb, property type, current bathroom layout, unsafe task, timeframe, whether an OT report exists and whether funding is private, NDIS, aged care or still uncertain.
- Suburb and property type
- Photos of shower, toilet, doorway and vanity
- Current access issue
- Funding context
- Preferred timeframe
Helpful guide
Shower access checklist
Check entry height, screen opening, standing space, seat position, handheld shower reach, rail fixing points, drain position, falls to drain and whether a curtain or screen suits the user better.
Helpful guide
Toilet and circulation checklist
Check transfer side, grab rail locations, door swing, walker turning space, vanity projection and whether carer assistance needs more room.
Helpful guide
Quote review checklist
Confirm inclusions, exclusions, waterproofing, drainage, fixtures, rail reinforcement, rubbish removal, warranty terms, timeframes and funding/approval assumptions.
Ready to get a free quote?
Call or send the short form with your suburb and the access issue. Name and suburb is enough to start.
Online: Send a short bathroom access enquiry
Phone: (07) 5550 0142
Frequently asked questions
Should I send photos with an enquiry?
Photos are useful, but avoid sending sensitive medical records through ordinary forms. Share personal documents only through an appropriate secure process.
Is this checklist enough for NDIS approval?
No. It is a planning aid only. NDIS-related decisions depend on evidence, plan context and approval pathways.
Can I use this for private work?
Yes. The checklist is useful for private, aged-care, post-injury and NDIS-related bathroom conversations.
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