Roll-In & Zero-Threshold Showers in Minnesota

Roll-In & Zero-Threshold Showers

A roll-in shower has no curb or lip to step over, so a wheelchair, walker, or shower chair rolls straight in. Paired with a fold-down seat, grab bars, and a hand-held sprayer, it's the safest, most independent way to bathe — and one of the most requested accessible bathroom upgrades in Minnesota.

The safest way to shower, independently

Stepping over a tub wall or a shower curb is one of the most dangerous moments in anyone’s day when mobility is a challenge. A roll-in shower removes that risk entirely: the floor is level, the entry is open, and a wheelchair or shower chair rolls straight in. Add a fold-down seat, well-placed grab bars, and a hand-held sprayer, and bathing becomes safe and dignified again.

What we build into a roll-in shower

Zero threshold — a curbless, level entry with proper sloped drainage.
Fold-down seat — bathe seated, safely and comfortably.
Grab bars — professionally anchored right where you need support.
Hand-held sprayer — flexible, seated-friendly control.
Slip-resistant floor — secure footing, wet or dry.

Roll-in shower or walk-in tub?

A roll-in shower is best for wheelchair users and anyone who wants the lowest fall risk. If you love a good soak and can take a few steps, a walk-in tub may suit you better. Replacing a hard-to-enter tub? See our tub-to-shower conversion. We’ll help you choose based on how you bathe.

Licensed builders, waiver funding

Ocel Builders builds roll-in showers to code with proper waterproofing and drainage — the details that make the difference long-term. As a registered Medicaid provider (NPI/UMPI), we can help fund the project through DHS waivers or VA grants. Request a free assessment.

Questions about roll-in & zero-threshold showers

What makes a shower "roll-in" or "zero-threshold"?

There's no curb to step or roll over — the shower floor is level with the bathroom floor, with a gentle slope to the drain. A wheelchair or shower chair rolls right in, which removes one of the biggest fall risks in the bathroom.

Can a roll-in shower fit my existing bathroom?

Usually yes. We often convert an existing tub or stall into a roll-in shower. During a free assessment we measure the space and design a layout that works, including proper drainage and waterproofing.

Is this covered by a waiver?

Bathroom modifications are among the most commonly waiver-funded accessibility projects in Minnesota. As a registered provider, we coordinate directly with your county case manager.