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We have assembled this collection of frequently asked questions regarding emergency basement egress windows in the hopes to clarify any questions you may have regarding installation, maintenance, costs, service and more. If we have not answered your questions here, please contact us directly. |
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WHAT IS THE SAFETY FACTOR WITH EGRESS WINDOWS |
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ASKED-BY: |
SALLY TRUMBLE - GROSSE ILL, MI |
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QUESTION: |
Are egress window secure against unauthorized entry? |
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ANSWER: |
Egress windows have double locking systems, so you are as secure
as any other well constructed window in your home. Usually most
intruders try the doors, before trying the windows. |
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INSTALL EGRESS WINDOW ANYWHERE IN YOUR BASEMENT |
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ASKED-BY: |
RICHARD CUMMINGS - LIVONIA, MI |
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QUESTION: |
Can I have an egress window installed any where in the basement? |
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ANSWER: |
Yes you can. Don't limit you design possibilites with only
modifing a existing window space. |
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BUILDING PERMITS REQUIREMENTS |
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JIM RICHARDS - GARDEN CITY, MI |
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QUESTION: |
Do you obtain the building permit or do we have too? |
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ANSWER: |
We obtain the building permit. The city building inspector will be checking for
the proper high of the window and well. It must be low enough for children
to climb out and it must be big enough for emergency crews to enter,
along with checking that all the proper building codes have been met. |
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DO YOU WORK DURING THE WINTER? |
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ASKED-BY: |
DANIEL SMITH - PLYMOUTH, MI |
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QUESTION: |
Do you work during the winter months?
We need a window installed now, can you do it? |
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ANSWER: |
YES! We work all year long.
We use warming blankets to soften the ground.
Please make a quote request to schedule an appointment
to review your needs. Thank you. |
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WHAT ABOUT WEATHER CONDITIONS LIKE WATER AND SNOW |
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ASKED-BY: |
DAVID ANDERSON - STERLING HEIGHTS, MI |
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QUESTION: |
First of all, we have a lot of winter here in Michigan. Does the window well get filled up with snow?
Secondly, how do you keep water from filling up in the well? |
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ANSWER: |
Some snow will accumilate, however ambient ground and house heat
will help keep the well clear in most cases. As to the water,
the well is tied into the drainage system of your home. |
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SUBJECT: |
WHAT IS THE INSTALLATION TIME FRAME |
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ASKED-BY: |
HELEN WAITE - REDFORD, MI |
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QUESTION: |
How long does installation of our basement egress window take? |
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ANSWER: |
Special ordered windows can take up to 2 weeks for delivery.
If you are using an egress window we have in stock,
then we can get started right away.
Most installations take 2-3 days to complete. |
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DOING IT YOURSELF |
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ASKED-BY: |
ARNOLD HEFTY - FARMINGTON HILLS, MI |
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QUESTION: |
To save some money I want to install this window myself, however I have no
masonary experience only general construction skills. It appears from
reading over your site the cutting is a very critical aspect of this job.
How about we split up the duties? |
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ANSWER: |
We prefer to do the entire job for several reasons:
1. The warranty on workmanship remains in full effect if we do it.
2. The buck stops here so to speak if there is a problem.
However, we do provide consulting for a fee,
if you are absolutely determined to do it yourself. |
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