Egress Window Installation

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Basement Egress Windows: In an Emergency...
A Way Out for You and a Way In for Firefighters

Basement egress windows are required by law when there are basement bedrooms and/or other living space present. These windows allow you to avert tragedy in the event of fire or other emergency.

At Egresso, we do it all according to code. We excavate by hand, cut the foundation, install the window and well and back-fill in accordance with the International Residential Code (IRC) 2006 for Egress Windows. Work takes one - two days. We install windows year round and have the necessary equipment to thaw the ground where window wells are be placed during the winter.

BEAUTY
Egress windows provide more than safety. They fill your basement with natural light to make it a bright, comfortable living area. Living rooms and bedrooms are dramatically enhanced by the addition of an egress window.

SAFETY
Fire can spread rapidly. In the event of a fire, you and your loved ones may have as little as two minutes to evacuate where you live. You want to be sure escape through the basement can be managed quickly and efficiently. Egress windows are key to exiting safely.

Specifications
An egress window is a window large enough for entry or exit in case of an emergency. Egress windows are installed to strict specifications with window wells, ladders and well grates and covers.

Basement Egress Window Specifications
Minimum width of opening: 20 inches
Minimum height of opening: 24 inches
Minimum net clear opening: 5.7 sq. ft.
Maximum sill height above floor: 44 inches
Horizontal dimension for Window Well: 9 sq. ft.
Horizontal projection for Window Well: 36 inches

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