The Top 6 Reasons to Get a New Egress Window Well for Your Basement
In this article we’ll explore the top 6 reasons why you should consider adding an egress window well to your home.
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What is the Code for Egress Window Well Ladders?
In this post we’ll take a look at the building code for egress window well ladders. But first, why are window well ladders so important?
Having a dependable ladder inside your egress window well is essential for ensuring the safety of your family. If the ladder inside your window well isn’t designed properly, it could hinder or prevent a family member from escaping a burning inferno.
How to Buy an Egress Window Well
You’ve decided that you would like to add an egress window well to your home. Now it's time to figure out how to buy a window well. In this article, we’ll cover the various steps of the buying process so you know what to expect and most of all, what actions to take next.
Window Well Decoration Ideas
Most people install an egress window well for practical reasons such as safety and natural lighting. But that doesn’t mean your window well has to be plain Jane or boring. An egress window can actually be a really great addition to your basement decor.
What is an Egress Window?
An egress window is an emergency exit window. “Egress” in the general sense refers to the act of leaving or going out. In construction terminology, it refers to an exit. So essentially, you could say that an egress window is an exit window. If you’re trying to look up building codes that talk about “exits,” you’ll notice that “egress” is often used.
Why Are Egress Windows So Important?
How Illumicast Began Installing Egress Window Wells
Growing up, founder Wes Miller was part of an Amish community in the Hutchinson area. The community valued good, honest hard work, and most of the men were farmers or worked in some type of construction. As an adult, Wes spent 15 years working for a construction company that specialized in pouring basements underneath existing homes.
Can I Replace a Small Basement Window with an Egress Window?
Yes, you can replace your small basement window with a brand new egress window.
Why Get an Egress Window?
Egress Window Well Best Birthday Gift Ever
Family is a big value for owner Wes Miller. Over a decade ago, he and his wife Denise, adopted three children. They have a passion for supporting families involved in adoption and foster care.
What Can I Expect When I Hire Illumicast?
The construction industry is littered with horror stories from distressed clients: Poor communication, bad workmanship, and slow installation–not to mention the contractors that simply take your money and run. It can be scary to risk your hard-earned money when hiring a contractor for the first time. That’s why we strongly recommend reading a contractor’s online reviews before signing on the dotted line.
The Night Our House Caught Fire: Why We Purchased an Egress Window Well
You’d think you’d easily wake up if there was a raging fire in your house, but the Mulvanes learned the hard way that a fire can easily burn unnoticed while you’re asleep.
It began as a typical night for the Mulvanes. They were sound asleep in their basement, when their neighbor began pounding on their door. The dog heard the pounding and woke up Mrs. Mulvane.