Egress Window - Basement Egress Window Well
Egress Window
An egress window is a large, fully opening window designed for emergency escapes, such as during a house fire. It’s a vital safety feature and a legal requirement for all finished basements before they can be converted into living spaces. At HandyManny Custom Window Well Covers, we ensure your egress windows meet International Residential Code (IRC) standards and local building codes. Proudly serving Colorado and Illinois, we provide safety and peace of mind with quality solutions for your home.
Basement Windows in Older Homes May Be Too Small
Homeowners once used basements for utility, laundry, and storage. If your home is older, it may not meet modern egress window requirements or could have smaller windows. At HandyManny Custom Window Well Covers, serving Colorado and Illinois, we provide compliant, fully opening egress windows to enhance safety and meet International Residential Code (IRC) and local building standards, making your basement a safe, livable space.
HandyManny Custom Window Well Covers & Egress Windows
Window - 31 in. x 47 in. Right-Hand Inswing / Tilt Casement in Vinyl Window - White
- Tilt turn windows are the perfect choice for commercial and residential applications.
- Dual-pane insulated glass.
- Includes an insect screen.
- Tilt turn windows combine durability, beauty, and easy operation.
- Easy to clean and maintain and also provide additional ventilation and security.
- Manufactured with high-quality materials which won't rust, deform or require regular maintenance as wood.
Window Well - 50 in. W x 36 in. D x 60 in. H White Steel Egress Window Well
- Constructed from 18-gauge, galvanized steel for durability with ribbed design for added strength.
- A square shape with rounded corners allows maximum egress access.
5' White 4-Rung Egress Escape Ladder
- Designed to assist people in an emergency escape or egress.
- Hangs in the back of the Window Well and is required in area wells that are deeper than 44" per IRC 2003
- "Sure-step" rungs provide slip-resistant use
Clear Sloped Custom Window Well Cover
- Sloped window well covers are designed to drift away rainwater and snow.
- Made of Ge Lexan Clear & Frosted*
- Anodized Aluminum Metal Parts-Will not Rust.
- Come With A Lifetime Guarantee.
- Supports up to 800Lbs.
- Frosted* Covers Allow In Over 98% Of Light. Clear Covers Allow In 100% Of Light. *Chicago Only
Requirements for Egress Windows in Basements
Building codes mandate the size of basement windows. This allows for a quick exit in an emergency. According to the International Residential Code, basement windows must have:
An opening width of at least 20 inches.
An opening height of at least 24 inches.
A net clear opening of at least 821 square inches—or 5.7 square feet.
A sill no more than 44 inches off the floor.
Not sure if your existing basement windows meet today’s requirements? All you need is a tape measure. Open the window as wide as possible. Measure the width and height of the opening. Multiply the width by the height. Is your measurement equivalent to the required 821 square inches—or 5.7 square feet? If not, you will need to have larger windows installed to meet requirements.