"Always Waterproofing did a fabulous job on installing an egress window in my basement. They ran into an unforeseen pipe and ended up moving it and doing additional drywall work. I would highly recommend them for any projects. Professional, fair pricing and communicative."
"We are very pleased with the work that was done. Hats off to Janilo Ugalde, a one man crew. Not only did he do the job himself, but even took time showing us and explaining what he did as he went along and cleaning up after the job . We hope he is commended and rewarded for a job well done. We also want to thank Lon Brankovich, Foundation Specialist for all his help in explaining everything that would be done. Really a great help."
"The installation of the egress window and sump pump was performed in a skilled and professional manner. It's a complex and dirty job that really needs to be done right the first time. While Jordan is not the cheapest, the work done was of the highest quality. After the project was completed, the walls were repaired and everything was meticulously cleaned. Jordan went the extra mile. I would definitely recommend JDS Home Improvement."
"My experience with Earth Friendly Service was a positive one. My husband and I recently purchased a house that needed some TLC. I reached out to EFS and then responded immediately. Within a few days Steve and Phil were out at my house to see what repairs were needed and to give an estimate. They were pleasant and knowledgeable. I received a couple other quotes but EFS was most reasonable as far as a balance of price and timeline for completion. We set a date to start and when they began the work, it was completed within a week. Steph was great. Detail oriented. Asked questions of my desires when there was uncertainty. Wayne, let his work speak for itself. Phil went above and beyond doing other minor repairs that he noticed as he went along and giving tips to us as new home owners. Steve dropped by to make sure things were running smoothly and on schedule. Overall, we are extremely satisfied with the work that was performed by EFS and plan to have them back soon for some more projects."
"Finding a contractor via the Angies List recommendation was "EASY" and convenient. Things became a little more tenuous after selecting Long Creek Construction for the work. The project is not finished (YET). As of 7/29/2016 (~3:30 p.m.) – about 75% done; work started on 7/11/2016 under a written contract; at the onset, the on-site supervisor had to be informed by the customer that the orientation and design of the project was NOT in accordance with the customer’s contracted design/specifications; footing holes were dug and placed incorrectly; upon clarification with the customer, the placement of the footings was corrected; initially the customer was told there would be a contract cost adjustment, but the footing placement correction was made without further mention of any cost adjustment; the porch, deck and steps were constructed and installed quickly and in a professional workmanship manner; several of the boards have defects (gouges and stains) that are not representative of high quality brand new PVC porch and deck boards. These PVC boards were selected by the customer due to their “STAIN AND FADE RESISTANT” feature. Long Creek has not addressed this deficiency (YET). During construction, mud and cement were splashed on numerous areas of the white vinyl, especially the support posts as well as my house. In addition, the siding has incurred a black stain due to the “ice/water roof sheet residue. Long Creek has not addressed this discrepancy (YET). The customer submitted a discrepancy list to Long Creek but the items have not been addressed. (YET). The customer was disappointed with the lack of automatic updates on work schedules, discussions of detailed work plans and progress of the project. The site supervisor was very willing to answer questions but only when asked by the customer. There was not a plan to update the customer automatically or periodically. Overall, the project is proceeding well. The customer is concerned about the lack of contact with the initial contractor/salesman (WYRON) regarding the progress of the project, delays, issues or customer concerns. Interim Inspection Discrepancy List submitted to Long Creek Construction – Observations of 7/25/2016 1. Location: 14 porch boards from house – “Orange Stain” – Right Side 2. Location: Need to caulk siding/edges of screened porch to house – Right Side 3. Location: Need to caulk siding/edges of screened porch to house – Left Side 4. Location: 18 porch boards from porch rail – “Stain” on 18-19 boards - Right Side 5. Location: 10 porch boards from porch rail – “Stain” on 10-12 boards – Right Side 6. Location: 8 porch boards from doorway opening – “Gouge” in porch board – Left Side 7. Location: Deck Rail Post Bottom Trim “not flush/secure with deck board” – Left Side 8. Location: Deck Rail Post Support Top “Cracked White Vinyl” – Left Side 9. Location: White Vinyl Covering the frame is “not flush/secured to deck and porch boards” – Left Side 10. --- Location: 9 deck boards from deck railing – “Gouge in board edge” – Left side of center 11. --- Location: 8 deck boards from doorway opening – “Black Discoloration” - Left Side 12. --- Location: 4 deck boards from doorway opening – “Black Discoloration” – Right side of center 13. --- Location: 1st Deck Rail Baluster near doorway opening – “Stain” – Right Side 14. --- Location: White Vinyl Covering the Frame is “not flush/secure to deck and porch boards” – Right Side 15. --- Stain on siding due to ice/water sheet residue 16. --- General Comment: The PVC Deck Boards contain streaks of black discoloration in numerous areas throughout the deck. Reminder: As previously discussed, please avoid contact with the Heat Pump Compressor Unit; worker were seen standing on the unit. Please, NO standing on top or NO dropping items onto the Heat Pump Compressor. Future Plans: Continue work to correct discrepancies and complete installation including fascia boards, screen system, storm door, gate, fan, porch ceiling, GFI outlet on porch (maybe), etc., etc., etc.. The customer has not received any response to the above comments that were previously submitted to Long Creek Construction."
"I have used Pro-Home twice and both times the company has been very reliable and has done an excellent job. The the first job involved intalling grap bars in my upstairs bathroom and the second job involved my downstairs bathroom, as described above. I have also had some email exchanges about selecting a storm door for them to install and have received great advice about how to go about this. I highly recommend this company. "
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.
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.
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.
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, you can always make an existing window bigger, but the job complexity varies widely depending on the location of the window and the framing around it. Exterior walls are always load-bearing, so making windows wider will require structural changes that make for a more complex but doable project. Making windows taller often won’t require structural changes.
The Solomons, MD homeowners’ guide to egress window services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Window wells bring more natural light into your basement and can act as a safe point of egress. Learn about window well replacement costs in this price guide.
Find out how much it will cost to replace a basement window in your home, based on the type and size of the window, whether it’s prefab or custom, and who does the installation.
