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The term "Egress" simply means that the occupants of an area can safely escape should there be an emergency such as a fire. New code requires that at least 2 escape routes be available, and this includes finished basements - it is no longer acceptable for occupants to escape using a stairway to the upstairs.
There are a variety of ways to meet code when finishing a basement. Of course, if you have double-sliding doors in a walk-out basement, this qualifies as an egress. But what if your basement is completely surrounded by soil, i.e., is completely below ground?
One way to meet the building codes for basement living space is to install an egress window. Along with that window, an egress window well is also needed. If the window well is too deep, thereby not allowing easy egress, then a ladder or climbable egress window well must be included.
Safety is the main reason for installing a basement egress window well. If an unfortunate emergency occur, the occupants can safely leave the basement. Or, alternately, emergency crews can enter the basement.
| | Advanced Basement Products Window Wells meet code, allow more sunlight to enter your basement, and provide adequate egress.
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In addition, the large opening of the foundation made by the egress window well allows sunlight to enter the basement thereby increasing basement lighting and adding to the ambiance of the area. Many basement egress window wells also include tiers inside them to allow planters to be filled with plants. This also adds to the beauty of the basement.
Homeowners remodeling a home and builders building a new home would like to have a larger living space. By meeting the building codes for basement egress a finished basement can nearly double the living area. In fact, basement living space is the most affordable living area to build in a home.
Advanced Basement Products Maintenance-Free Window Wells add more natural light than traditional window wells, enhancing the value of a home. Add the Window Well Cover, and homeowners will appreciate the increased safety and elimination of weeds and pests. These window wells covers color-coordinate with our Egress Window Wells, for a complete window system solution. Plus, they won't rust or dent like metal.
Advanced Basement Products offers a variety of egress window wells to meet the increasing demand, with styles, sizes, and options that can accommodate any consumers needs. From standard egress window wells to full size wells with integral ladders, and window well covers, Advanced Basement Products is your one-stop source of basement egress windows.
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Basement Egress Windows not only provide code-compliant egress and safety, but beautify your home and increase natural sunlight into your basement.
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With the Advanced Basement Products Basement Egress Window Well System, you can even add sliding glass doors to your basement with easy egress provided by the integral ladder system built right into the window well. The possibilities are endless - Install sliding glass doors, an Advanced Basement Products full size basement egress window well, a clear window well cover, and in addition to having code-compliant egress, you have a greenhouse complete with shelving! Just be sure to leave enough room for egress. Think of the possibilities and what you could do to make your basement code-compliant for additional living space while increasing your overall home value.
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For added safety (so nobody will fall in) and to keep your basement window wells clean, you should install a cover on the egress window well. These covers are hinged for easy egress, will support a child's weight should they walk over it, and keep leaves and other outdoor debris out of the well. Just as important, a basement egress window well cover will keep the rain out!
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