Basement Egress
We install basement egress windows and walkout doors for homes in Central Illinois and the Quad Cities.
Egress Window and Door Installation in Central Illinois
Most building codes require that any finished areas in your basement have egress windows or other emergency egress points installed to be counted as livable space. In most cases, you won’t be able to get a permit for any basement finishing projects unless they include points of egress.
Our team at Force Basements knows that egress windows or walkout basement doors are an important safety feature of any finished basement. This is because egress windows are large enough to allow for a safe exit from the space in the case of an emergency. A large window well and the installed window will not only allow for emergency egress, but will also bring more light into the living spaces in your basement.
If you plan on finishing your basement, selling your home, or want to add some much-needed light into your living spaces, installing a basement egress window or door is a great option. Our team at Force Basements offers professional egress window installation services for homeowners across PPeoria, Bloomington, Normal, Pekin, and the surrounding areas in Central Illinois.
What Are The Illinois Egress Window Requirements
- The window must be openable from the inside without the use of keys, tools, or special knowledge.
- If there is more than one sleeping room in a basement, a means of egress is required in each sleeping room.
- It must provide an unobstructed opening with a minimum area of 5.7 sq. ft. (This requirement drops to 5 sq. ft. for grade floor or below grade openings).
- The height of the clear opening must be at least 24″ and the width must be at least 20″.
- The sill height must not be more than 44″ above the floor.
- If the sill height is below grade, the window must have a window well.
- If required, the window well must be at least 9 sq. ft. in an area with a horizontal projection and a width of at least 36″ each.
- Window wells deeper than 44″ must have permanent steps or a ladder that do not impede the opening of the window.
Benefits Of Installing Egress Windows
In addition to safety, several benefits come with installing egress windows in your basement. At Force Basement Solutions, our team installs egress windows to help keep your home up to code. We use egress windows that are designed for safety and will give you peace of mind in the event of an emergency. We have listed some of the major benefits of installing egress windows below.
- Safe escape routes for you and your family in the event of an emergency or when other exits are obstructed
- Safe entry routes for first responders in the event of an emergency
- Additional sunlight in your living spaces
- Up to double the amount of living space as long as the installation complies with building codes
- A more open and inviting space for your family to enjoy
- Increased home value
Our Basement Egress Projects
Contact Us For Egress Window Installation in Central Illinois
If you are looking for a company to install an egress window in your basement, we can help. Our team at Force Basements offers professional egress window installation services for home and business owners across Peoria, Bloomington, Normal, Pekin, and other cities in Central Illinois. Contact our team at Force Basements today by calling 309-834-1769, or have our team contact you to schedule an appointment by filling out our online contact form.