Basement Window Well Solutions

It s designed to fit around basement windows providing a space between the window and the surrounding earth to allow light into sub grade structures.

Basement window well solutions. In some cases window wells also provide an emergency point of egress. Often times basements can be dark and feel damp and a window well allows natural light to come into the space. Poor installation this is one of the major causes for inadequate window well drainage and water penetration and seepage into basements through the windows. Our technicians specialize in quality basement window wells that add natural light and aesthetic appeal to any home while complying with egress window requirements.

If your home design includes this feature a solution may be to install a cover for your metal window well. The purpose of a metal window well is to provide light into the basement when the window is located below the grade of the home. We start by excavating dirt in the window well to approximately 6 inches below the level of the window sill. Interior window well drains.

For an interior window well drain installation reliable basement services takes the following steps. A window well is a u shaped ribbed metal or plastic product available in most home hardware stores. A window well is perfect for allowing extra light into your dark basement and can be opened so you re able to enjoy fresh air. Schedule a free inspection.

The reason you may want a cover for your metal window well is that the window well is simply designed to have problems with drainage and maintenance. We drill a two inch hole through the foundation wall to the exterior into the window well.