Basement egress done right the first time
Cutting a foundation is not a DIY job. We shore, cut, set the window, install the well and cover, tie the drainage into your system and finish the interior trim — usually in one to two days.
What the job includes
Sizing and layout
Opening sized to the code minimums for a legal below-grade sleeping room in your jurisdiction.
Cut and shore
Foundation shored and saw cut cleanly, with the lintel set and the opening framed correctly.
Well and drainage
Egress well set and backfilled with drainage tied in so the well does not become a bathtub.
Window, cover and trim
Egress-rated window, a code-compliant cover, and finished interior trim.
Materials we work with
- Egress-rated casement and slider windows
- Steel and composite wells
- Polycarbonate well covers
- Drainage tie-in to existing system
- Ladder or step wells where required
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an egress window for a basement bedroom?+
Almost always. A below-grade sleeping room needs a compliant egress opening in nearly every jurisdiction we work in.
How long does the install take?+
Most are complete in one to two days including the well, cover and backfill.
Will cutting the foundation weaken my house?+
Not when it is done correctly — the opening is shored during the cut and a properly sized lintel carries the load above.
Do you handle the permit?+
Yes, and the inspection scheduling with it.
Where does the water go?+
The well drains to your existing drainage system. If there is nothing to tie into, we tell you before we start.
Egress Windows near you
Get a written egress windows estimate
Free on-site visit. Itemized scope and price before anything is ordered.
Call (314) 330-2750