The Benefits Of Having Window Wells
You often see window wells positioned outside ground-level/semi-basement windows, these are small structures made to allow more light to enter and keep soil and water away from the window. Usually a few feet or a meter deep and filled with a small layer of gravel to drain the well. Window wells are both decorative and practical. Transform your boring basement into a more comfortable and beautiful one by installing a basement window well, this will allow you to increase natural lighting in a lower level.
When making plans to remodel your house, one important aspect that you should consider is safety. After you’re done choosing new fabrics and matching colors just stop for a second and ask yourself how safe your house really is?
Safety is the primary reason for installing a basement window well. In case of an emergency, the occupants can easily leave the basement, it also gives entrance for emergency crews.
Below are some examples of basement window wells:
The Mesh cover is made up with an expanded metal top. Not only does the pattern make it perfect for keeping out debris, it also keeps your children and pets safe. A unique vinyl coating can be applied to it, giving it extra durability against the elements.
The Classic cover is the epitome of strength and durability. Not only that it compliments any landscape, it is a great looking cover as well.
The poly-carbonate cover is perfect for keeping out debris, rain and snow. As part of the Inner-fit system, the poly-carbonate build of vertical backings covering windows that rise above the window well is a huge advantage.
There are two things you should keep in mind when planning to install a window well. It’s not necessary to get permission from municipal authorities when installing a small-scale window. However, if your project is larger, make sure that you are in compliance with relative building codes. Remember to check your window well for water accumulation.
If you’re planning to do the job on your own, you need to consider these steps: In order to get an idea of the area you need to dig out, take your prefabricated window well and place it against your ground level window. Place the window well against the foundation and make sure you cover the bottom of the hole with 4 inches (or 10 cm) of gravel.
In conclusion, the best thing to do is to install a basement window well on your home and enjoy the comfort of knowing you’re even more protected. You can never put a price on safety.
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