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Egress windows do more than meet safety codes—they bring natural light, ventilation, and peace of mind to your basement space. Whether you're finishing a basement or upgrading an older home, our professional installation ensures your egress windows are secure, compliant, and built to last. Let us help you transform your basement into a brighter, safer living area.

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Anchored Walls Safe Exit egress windows meet housing code operability, size, clearance and accessibility requirements

Egress windows play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and comfort of your basement living space. Our Safe Exit egress windows not only provide an emergency exit in case of fire or other emergencies, Safe Exit also meets building code requirements and safety standards.

Moreover, our egress windows bring natural light and ventilation into your basement, transforming it into a bright, inviting space that you and your family will enjoy. Whether you're planning to convert your basement into a living area, home office, or recreational space, egress windows are a valuable addition that enhances both safety and aesthetics.

 

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Key Aspects of Egress Window Housing Codes:

Note that egress window housing codes can vary depending on your jurisdiction and local building regulations. Anchored Walls Foundations & Waterproofing will help you with specific building codes and regulations applicable to your area to ensure compliance with egress window requirements. Non-compliance with egress window codes can result in fines, delays in construction, or even safety hazards for occupants.

 

  • Minimum Size Requirements: Egress windows must meet specific minimum size requirements to allow for easy ingress and egress. This often includes minimum width, height, and net clearance opening dimensions.
  • Accessibility: Egress windows should be easily accessible without the use of tools or keys. They should not be obstructed by furniture, appliances, or other items.
  • Location and Placement: Codes may specify the location and placement of egress windows within a room or building to ensure they provide effective escape routes. As an example, egress windows are often required in sleeping rooms and basements.
  • Window Wells: If egress windows are below ground level, they may be required to have window wells to allow for safe exit and to prevent water accumulation. Trust our waterproofing expertise to get this right for you!
  • Operability: Egress windows should be operable from the inside without requiring special knowledge or effort. They should be easy to open and large enough for occupants to pass through.
  • Clearance and Accessibility: There are usually requirements for the clearance around the window and any obstacles that might impede egress, both inside and outside the building.
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Installation Process

  • Excavate where window will go
  • Dig down to existing tile line to make sure the window well will drain into current system
  • Fill with gravel
  • Hang plastic inside (keeping the inside of the home as clean as possible)
  • Cut opening in foundation
  • Frame and prepare opening
  • Install Window
  • Seal and trim out exterior
  • Backfill and tamp around well
  • Install ladder
  • Install cover (optional)

Basement Remodeling

  • If you are thinking about doing some basement remodeling and would like to add an egress window or multiple windows, check your local building codes for egress window requirements. Most municipalities may have their own window codes. Anchored Walls of Iowa offers basement egress window installation and repair services for homeowners who want to securely spruce up the lowest level of their home. Our window installers will make sure they meet local requirements and is installed properly. During the window installation, a cut through the poured basement wall or through your concrete blocks may be necessary to create an opening. Once the window opening has been made, you can have the window well customized to your liking.
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