Yes, you can replace your small basement window with a brand new egress window.

Why Get an Egress Window?

Small basement windows don’t allow much natural light to enter the room, and they aren’t a great fire escape option. Typically located up high near the basement ceiling, the last thing you want your loved one to be doing during a fire is searching frantically for a ladder to access the small window.

Replacing that small window with a large egress window is an excellent investment in the safety of your loved ones.

Here’s how the replacement process works:

Step 1: Getting a Window Well Quote
If you’re interested in getting a new egress window, the first step is to give us a call and set up a time for us to come look at your property. We’ll make sure there are no issues that would prevent us from installing a new window well, and discuss the size and style of window that you’d like to purchase. We’ll give you a firm quote that includes everything you need.

Step 2: Set an Installation Date
If you’re ready to move forward, we’ll set an installation date. Normally we are booked out several months in advance. We’ll keep in touch with you as the installation gets closer to confirm the date, or let you know if there are any weather related changes to the schedule.

Step 3: Egress Window Installation Setup
When the big day arrives, our crew leader will communicate the details of the window well install with you. We’ll set up a plastic dust barrier inside your basement to protect the rest of your home from concrete dust. If you purchased the optional lawn protection package, we’ll create a plywood “roadway” over your lawn that will protect it as we bring in our equipment.

Step 4: Window Well Installation
In brief, the process involves removing the old window, digging a hole for the window well, and then cutting a hole the size of your new window in your basement wall. After we’ve securely fastened the walls of the window well to your basement, we’ll install your new egress window. There are a lot of individual steps involved in installing the window well and egress window, which you can read read about here. Our skilled crew will install your new window well in a single day.

Step 5: Review and Pay

After we’ve completed the installation, our crew leader will show you the finished result, and make sure you’re completely satisfied. After we receive your payment, your warranty will be in effect.

Step 6: A Day and Night Difference

With your new egress window well installed, the only thing left to do is to enjoy more natural light during the day, and to sleep better at night knowing your loved ones have improved safety in your basement.

If you’re interested in getting one of your small basement windows replaced with a new egress window, give us a call at 620-200-0616.