Egress windows not only bring light to dark basement spaces, but they’re also a vital safety feature. Egress window costs range from $2,621 to $5,662, with the national average at $4,129.

Egress (exit) window systems are becoming an increasingly popular choice for home renovation, expanding livable space in our Long Island homes and general peace of mind for keeping our families safe.

Q. I'm having trouble with water entering my basement. This only occurs after a heavy rain, and it seems to be coming in from the egress window. I installed a plastic cover over the opening, but ...

Egress windows installed by ACE Waterproofing & Basement Solutions By KWQC Staff Published: Apr. 18, 2025 at 7:06 AM PDT ...

The windows in your basement are no exception. Tim Willis from WMGB Home Improvement is at the Remodeling and New Homes Show to discuss egress and glass block windows.

While this type of opening is not a requirement for other basement remodels, such as a home office, gym, games room, or family room, it's still a good idea to include an egress window in the ...

Q: I live in a townhouse built in the early 1980s. It has a finished basement with a small egress window with a rounded well outside. During heavy rainstorms, which we've had many of this summer ...

Egress windows are great for increasing the value and adding light to a dark basement. To learn more about Egress windows from GHR Contracting, go to www.ghrcontracting.com ...

For emergency escape, the following standards apply: The portion of a bedroom window that opens must have a minimum dimension of 5.7 square feet, unless the sill is lower than the outside grade.