Finishing a basement can add valuable living space to a home, but when that space includes a bedroom, safety and code compliance become especially important. For homeowners in Perrysburg, Ohio, basement windows often need to do more than provide natural light—they may also need to serve as a safe emergency exit.
For this recent project, a Perrysburg homeowner contacted Toledo Basement Repair while planning to add a bedroom to the basement. The existing basement window was not suitable for that purpose, so the homeowner requested an inspection and proposal for a properly designed basement egress window installation.
Identifying the Problem
The main concern was straightforward: the homeowner wanted to convert part of the basement into a bedroom, but the existing window opening did not provide the access required for a safe egress route.
A basement bedroom should have an emergency escape opening that allows occupants to exit the home if the normal path upstairs becomes unavailable. It also needs to provide adequate access for emergency responders.
During the inspection, Toledo Basement Repair evaluated the existing window area and determined what would be required to create a larger, functional opening. Because this installation involved expanding the exterior area around the foundation, careful excavation and preparation were necessary before the new window and well could be installed.
The goal was not only to meet the homeowner’s remodeling plans, but to create an installation that complemented the exterior of the Perrysburg home.
Crafting the Right Solution
Toledo Basement Repair installed a complete composite stone-look egress window system designed for both safety and curb appeal.
The project included a 66-inch-wide by 60-inch-high fiberglass composite window well with a 44-inch projection from the foundation. The stone-textured finish gives the well a more finished appearance than a standard metal window well while providing the space necessary around the new opening.
A 48-by-48-inch window was installed as part of the system. The selected Marvin Essentials All Ultrex Glider is designed specifically for horizontal operation. Its durable fiberglass construction helps the window stay aligned while allowing the operating sash to glide smoothly with minimal resistance.
The window also incorporates insulated Low-E glass, helping balance the benefits of additional daylight with improved thermal performance.
To protect the new well from leaves, debris, and precipitation while maintaining natural light, the system was completed with a clear polycarbonate window well cover featuring UV protection.
As the project photos show, the installation required excavation beside the foundation, preparation of the enlarged opening, placement of the composite well, and careful restoration of the surrounding area once the work was completed.
Delivering Lasting Results
The completed installation transformed the basement in several important ways.
Most importantly, the homeowner now has an IRC-compliant egress solution supporting the planned basement bedroom. Instead of an undersized basement window, the space now benefits from a larger opening designed around emergency access and everyday usability.
The new window also brings significantly more natural light into the lower level, helping make the basement feel brighter and more comfortable. Combined with the stone-look well and fitted cover, the finished system looks intentional from both inside and outside the home.
For homeowners considering basement renovations in Perrysburg, an egress window can also help improve the functionality and long-term usefulness of the space. Addressing this requirement during the remodeling process helps avoid having to revisit the foundation later.
Planning a Basement Bedroom in Perrysburg?
If you’re thinking about finishing your basement or adding a bedroom, don’t overlook the importance of a properly installed egress window. The right system can provide emergency access, natural light, ventilation, and a cleaner finished appearance around the foundation.
Toledo Basement Repair helps homeowners throughout Perrysburg, Ohio, evaluate basement window openings and install egress systems designed for safe, functional lower-level living spaces.
If your current basement windows are too small or you’re preparing for a basement remodel, contact Toledo Basement Repair to schedule an inspection and discuss the right egress window solution for your home.
Kevin Oberhouse was raised in Toledo with 7 siblings. Dawn and Kevin have four kids.
The Oberhouse family lives in the house Kevin built when with his first crew. Kevin’s parents invited more than 100 foster children into their home throughout his life. Kevin believes this part of his life really helped to build empathy for others.
Kevin has a degree in civil engineering and went on to get an MBA as well as multiple other certifications in structural systems, egress systems, air quality, and commercial and residential roofing, among many others.
Toledo Basement Repairs promises to treat you and your project with respect and our best professional judgment. There is plenty of work out there and Toledo Basement Repair will not push you into a system that you do not fully understand or feel comfortable with.
