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Facts You Need to Know about Egress Windows Saint Francis, WI Wednesday, August 10th, 3:00 PM
Important Factors To Consider When Having Egress Windows Installed

Milwaukee, United States - August 10, 2022 / Accurate Basement Repair /

4 Key Facts You Need to Know about Egress Windows Saint Francis, WI

Egress windows are an important aspect that you should consider when building a new house or renovating your home. The International Residential Code (IRC) requires all habitable spaces such as living rooms and basements to have egress windows. Also, every indoor space or room that is intended to be utilized as a bedroom, including rooms within a basement, should have an egress window.

Egress windows should meet some specifications to serve their functions well. When installing these windows, it is important to work with a professional contractor to ensure that the specifications are met. Here are the key facts that you need to know about egress windows.

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  1. The Meaning and Uses of Egress Windows

The term egress window is coined from the word ‘egress’, which means ‘to exit. As the name suggests, the window is used to exit the room or building in which it has been installed during an emergency. Egress windows are installed in basements, bedrooms, and the first floors of split-level buildings among other areas.

In addition to playing a key role as emergency exits, egress windows can also be used to allow the entry of natural light into the rooms in which they have been installed and promote ventilation. Therefore, well-installed egress windows ensure that spaces such as basements are well-lit and well-ventilated.

  1. Egress Window Specifications

The IRC stipulates that every space that is used as a bedroom should have at least one egress window. Additionally, each egress window that is installed should meet the following requirements:

  • The window should be designed in such a way that when it is open, an individual can crawl and use the window to quickly exit.
  • The window’s opening should be clear and have a minimum area of 5.7 square feet.
  • Height: Not less than 24 inches
  • Width: Not less than 20 inches
  • The window’s lower part should be at a height of no more than 44 inches to allow easy access.
  • It should be possible to open and close the window from the inside.
  • The window should not have grilles or bars which block the opening.
  • It should be possible to open the window without using any other separate equipment such as a key.

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Special Considerations for Basement Windows

All basement windows don't need to be designed as egress windows. If you have an unfinished basement, you may only need to install ordinary windows for ventilation. But an egress window is required in the basement if this room is used as a living space or as a bedroom.

You can also combine ordinary windows and egress windows in your basement to improve lighting and ventilation.

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Accurate Basement Repair

3125 E Allerton Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53235
United States

Chris Mancuso
(414) 744-6900
https://www.accuratebasementrepair.com/

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