Anchored Walls provides professional egress window installation in Iowa and Missouri to help homeowners create safer, code-compliant basement spaces. Whether you’re finishing a basement, adding a bedroom, or replacing an outdated window, our team handles the entire installation process, including excavation, window wells, drainage, and final finishing details.
We believe in providing everyone with the same fair affordable pricing, ensuring hassle-free, budget-friendly solutions.
We offer the industry's longest honored warranties. Our warranties provide exceptional protection that others can't offer.
Experience the ultimate peace of mind with an award-winning company that maintains an A+ Rated with the BBB. Check out our reviews and you’ll know you’re in good hands.
Installing an egress window requires more than replacing a basement window. Anchored Walls manages the full process, including excavation, foundation cutting, window well installation, drainage, and final cleanup. Our team evaluates your foundation type, basement layout, and drainage needs to ensure your new window is installed safely and meets local requirements.
Our egress window installation process includes:
Anchored Walls handles the details from start to finish, helping Iowa and Missouri homeowners add safer, more functional basement spaces.
Not every egress window project requires a new installation. Over time, window wells can crack, rust, lose drainage, or settle, while older basement windows may no longer meet current safety requirements. Anchored Walls helps Iowa homeowners replace outdated or damaged egress window systems with safer, longer-lasting solutions.
Our replacement services include removing deteriorated window wells, installing properly sized replacements, upgrading outdated basement windows, and repairing drainage issues that allow water to collect near your foundation. Whether your existing window is too small, your well has failed, or your system no longer meets current requirements, our team can recommend the right solution.
If you’re unsure whether your current egress window meets today’s standards, schedule a free inspection. We’ll evaluate the window, well, and drainage system and provide clear recommendations before any work begins.
Egress windows are designed to provide a safe emergency exit from basement bedrooms and living areas while meeting local building requirements. In Iowa, basement egress windows must meet specific size, height, and accessibility standards to qualify as emergency escape openings.
Common requirements include:
- A minimum net clear opening of 5.7 square feet for below-grade installations
- A minimum opening height of 24 inches
- A minimum opening width of 20 inches
- A maximum sill height of 44 inches above the finished floor
Homes with below-grade windows also require properly installed window wells that provide enough space for emergency access and include appropriate drainage.
Because requirements can vary by municipality, Anchored Walls handles the permitting process and works with local inspectors to ensure your installation meets the standards required for your home.
Anchored Walls has been serving Iowa and Missouri homeowners since 1978, bringing decades of experience with local foundations, soil conditions, and basement construction. Our team understands what it takes to install and replace egress windows properly in the homes throughout our service area.
Every project is backed by a lifetime transferable written warranty and money-back guarantee. With an A+ Better Business Bureau rating and more than 2,000 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5 stars, homeowners trust our team to deliver reliable basement solutions.
From permits and inspections to installation and cleanup, Anchored Walls handles the entire process from start to finish. We make sure your egress window project is completed safely, professionally, and according to local requirements.
Whether you’re installing a new egress window or replacing an outdated system, Anchored Walls makes the process simple from start to finish. Our team will evaluate your basement, review your options, and provide a clear recommendation for your home.
Get started with a free inspection and learn how a professionally installed egress window can improve your basement’s safety, functionality, and value.
I'm immensely grateful to you and your team. Despite a challenging situation, your friendly and efficient team completed the job promptly. Just two weeks later we needed it and I can't imagine the devastation without it. You saved my home, thank you from the bottom of my heart!
The respect and professionalism shown to us by everyone we were in contact with was nothing short of amazing. From the original quote, to the installation, you were on time and the finished product is excellent. I have nothing but good words for your company! Thank you for giving me more than I've come to expect in this time.
Read lessVery professional experience and I like the transferability of the warranty.
So happy with your work and wonderful to know we won't have water in our basement again!
Matt did a great job troubleshooting the problem and offering me good, practical, honest advice. He went out of his way tracking down information and solutions for me. The work was excellent and the site was very clean at the end. Communication from the office was top-notch.
Read lessI was really impressed with how closely Anchored Walls kept in touch with me on the project ranging from the initial visit for the estimate to the completion. There were never any questions on who was arriving when. The crew was super professional and the cleanliness was impressive! I would highly recommend Anchored Walls!
Read lessEvery single person I spoke with at Anchored Walls was genuine and professional. The quality of the work was A+. I will definitely recommend and call back if needed for anything else in the future. Thank you!
Read lessThe job was completed as promised. The repair is working as you said it would. At this point, I am completely satisfied. Very nice work!!
Read lessAs installers encountered circumstances along the way, they efficiently and most satisfactorily completed the project. All phases of the work were handled professionally. We would recommend the company! Thank you.
Read lessWonderful Communication, and high quality work! Thank you!
We were very pleased with the amount of follow up and communication from all involved in the project and the ladies in the office were great! Not one thing was left to chance. Never have I ever had such a great relationship and communication from a contractor. Great Job! Thank you All!
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