FAQs - Frequently Asked Egress Window Questions

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Egress Tilt & Inswing with tempered glass. Our Windows are designed for ease & speed. Single handle window (never a crank out window) that opens into the room. Screen is designed to slide side to side.

Typical install is one day.

Yes! At MyEgress.com we install all year long.

Our trained team of installers hand dig every installation to protect your home and landscaping. And 811 is called prior to installation.

During the estimate we will walk your property to locate the spot that makes the most sense; meet code, keep your family safe, and least amount of obstacles.

Yes! We repair and or replace.

Clear opening of 5.7 sq ft with a minimum opening of H 24” W 20”. Window height cannot exceed 44’ or be lower then 18’ from the interior floor.

Local building departments enforce the NYS residential code which requires a permit when installing an egress window system.

The team at MyEgress can help, or you can contact an architect. We will work with your local town & village building department to secure permits and inspections.

No, we can create a new opening.

Yes. We use a cut & break saw with diamond blades.

An Egress Window alone is not enough to legalize your basement space.

Yes. A code compliant egress window system and a properly finished basement / inspected will create additional legal living space.

Yes.

We are waterproofing and water management experts!

No, a Bilco does not qualify as egress. However, we can convert your Bilco to an egress window or a basement walkout.

No, egress cannot exit into another room, it must exit into the outdoors.

$6000 - $9000 depending on style, size, obstacles.

Yes! In addition to safety, egress provides fresh air and sunshine.

Estimates are always free, but the education is priceless.

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