Basement Egress FAQs

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What to expect from a basement window egress installation from Steelway Cellar Doors

Adding a basement window egress can be a tricky installation if not handled properly. You are opening up a wide entrance in your basement, and the risk of water penetration is higher with egress windows. Here at Steelway Cellar Doors, we take extra care to make sure the job is done right. Dozens of times each year we get calls from contractors who ask us to "bail them out" when the window egress they wanted to install didn't go well. Make the right call and have Steelway Cellar Doors do it right the first time!

Our window well egress installation process is thorough and precise. We thru-bolt a concrete window well, assuring it will never pull away from the home, and we provide an engineer designed support to make sure there is no structural change to the building.

Egress windows can bring wonderful light to the basement living space while getting the basement up to code, but only if they're installed correctly. Don't take chances with contractors who do egress installation "once in a while" – contact Steelway Cellar Doors!

Basement egress frequently asked questions:

1. Will my yard be damaged?
   We use a landscape grade excavator and take all reasonable precautions to protect your yard. However, it is a construction project and you probably will need some landscaping work after we complete the job. For specific questions, please ask your sales representative.
2. Do I need to paint the door at the top?
   The Steelway door comes with a shop applied primer and will need a coat of exterior grade paint within a few months of installation.
3. Do I need a permit?
   YES. We take care of all the work required to get the permit, however the actual cost of the permit is the homeowner's responsibility. It is critical to have a permit assuring that you comply with all codes in your township. This is your guarantee that the work is being done properly.
4. Is a door at the bottom included?
   We can install a six panel insulated steel door for an extra fee if you choose.
5. What about the dust and dirt in my house?
   We use special equipment that virtually eliminates the dust in your house so there is no clean up.

Why choose Steelway Cellar Doors

When you're ready to install your basement egress window, you can let us handle it all. We do everything from calling the utilities to backfilling the hole. We will arrange for the permits, call the utilities, excavate, saw, cut a hole, lower and seal a pre-cast set of concrete stairs to your foundation and do the initial backfill.

• Because we specialize in these additions you don't have to worry about open holes, unsupported walls, or calling several contractors.
• Cellar doors, concrete cellar entrances, and window wells are all that we do!
• Your project will be completed in one day!
• No dust or fumes in your home – we use special equipment to protect your living space.
• Engineered supports, as needed, keep your home structurally sound.
• Steelway Cellar Doors is the recognized industry leader!

Steelway Cellar Doors is your experienced basement egress company serving the the Greater Delaware Valley

For 50+ years, all we have done is work on cellar entrances. Our experienced team has personally installed over 15,000 entrances. When you work with us, you can rest assured that we offer professional service and old style workmanship.

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