Get matched with top egress window pros in Madison, AR

An egress window is similar to a regular window. However, this type of window opens fully to allow people to escape the home or rescue personnel to enter the home if an emergency occurs. Egress windows are required in all finished basements before they can be considered a living space.

Here are a few questions to ask a egress window contractor you’re considering hiring to install a new window:

• Are you licensed and insured?

• What experience do you have installing egress windows?

• How long will the project take?

• How do you handle payment?

• Do you do the work yourself or do you hire subcontractors?

• Can I talk to some of your previous customers?

• Do you have references and a portfolio of your work?

• What is your schedule for getting the job done?

Because egress windows are meant for emergency exiting and entering, they need to be an accessible size. The smallest an egress window is allowed to be is 15 inches in width and height, with an opening of around 4 square feet.

There are a range of egress window types available, including:

• Single-hung: $100–$400

• Double-hung: $250–$500

• Horizontal/sliding: $150–$800

• Casement: $200–$500

• In-swing: $350–$700

When choosing a type of egress window, consider how you’d like to open it. For example, double-hung egress windows open from top to bottom and let plenty of fresh air in, whereas sliding windows slide open for easy access.