We handle the permits, excavation, and finishing touches for egress windows and custom door installations.
Get a Free QuoteFrom structural foundation cuts to the final decorative trim, we manage every aspect of your basement openings.
| Service | What It Means For You |
|---|---|
| Egress Window Installation | Foundation cutting, code-compliant window installation, and finished window wells. |
| Exterior Door Access | Creating new entrances for rental suites or walkouts with full weatherproofing. |
| Window Well & Drainage | Galvanized or custom wells with proper drainage systems to prevent water leaks. |
| Interior Door Finishing | Precision hanging of bedroom, bathroom, barn, and pocket doors. |
Building codes require an emergency exit for any basement bedroom. We make sure yours is 100% legal and functional.
An egress window must be large enough for a person to climb through and low enough to reach easily from the floor.
Everything you need to know about basement doors, windows, and egress codes.
If you're adding a bedroom to your basement, yes. Building codes require a means of emergency escape in all sleeping rooms below grade. Even without a bedroom, they add massive value and natural light.
Typically, a standard egress window installation takes 1-2 days. This includes excavation, foundation cutting, window installation, and backfilling. More complex projects involving multiple windows or custom wells may take slightly longer.
Yes. If your current openings are sufficient or you just want energy-efficiency upgrades, we can perform "insert" or "full-frame" replacements without disturbing the concrete. However, to meet egress codes, cutting is often required to increase the height or width of the opening.
Absolutely. Cutting into a foundation is a structural change that requires a permit. We handle the paperwork, engineering reviews, and schedule the city inspections for you to ensure everything is code-compliant.
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