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Site Rite
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Egress Window - Install

Serving Morse, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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Site Rite is exactly what the name says. We make the job, Site Rite. or right if you're the Grammer police. We specialize in face-lifts for existing homes bring the past Back to the Future. From updating kitchen cabinets to replacing and modernizing energy efficient windows and doors. No job too big or too small we do it all.

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Egress Windows questions, answered by experts

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.

You install a window well 8 to 12 inches deeper than the base of the window sill. After filling the well with drainage rock, the well should sit 3 inches below the bottom of the window. The top of the window well should also be at least 3 inches higher than the surface-grade ground. The window well should be about 6 inches wider than the window opening.

If improperly installed, an egress window can compromise your foundation’s structural integrity, so it’s important to work with a pro to ensure your foundation remains in good shape. Any money you may save on a DIY egress window installation may cost you in the long run if your foundation is damaged in the process.

Yes, egress windows must meet local building codes for size and accessibility. Professional installers ensure compliance.

Installing a window well costs anywhere from $500 to $1,500 or more. Adding an egress window and well runs about $3,900 on average. Adding a window well cover to the project can add $200 to $700. A well cover helps protect your egress windows from weather damage and keeps them clear of dirt, debris, and wildlife.

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