What’s an egress wide? Well, simply, it’s a window that provides a safe and easy route to safety in case of a fire in your home. These windows can also be a point of entry for emergency personnel. They’re not only required by law, but also an important safety feature. And if you’re considering having egress windows installed in your basement, as a benefit you’ll get more natural light inside! Plus, the house will be well ventilated. These things combined increase your home’s value.
Egress Windows: The Pros
Here’s an additional list of reasons why egress windows should be on top your to-do list this summer.
- Safety — 4,000 Americans die each year in fires, and over 20,000 are injured, per the U.S. Fire Administration. With proper escape plans and routes, many of these accidents can be avoided. An egress window in your basement drastically increases the chances your chances of survival in case of emergency.
- Added Value — There is no doubt about it. Adding egress windows to your home will increase its value! Home buyers are looking for homes that are spacious, safe, and up to code. According to Popular Mechanics magazine, “with an extra legal bedroom [in the basement], you could recover 10 to 20 times your window installation cost at the time of sale.”
- Added Comfort — As a rule, basements are usually dark spaces. Egress windows are larger than old style windows. That means more light can get into the basement. With the with safety of these types of windows comes a more livable living space.
Egress Windows: The Cons
Minus the upfront costs, there really isn’t a reason not to install egress windows. Even then, the return on your investment is so great that most budget-based arguments don’t stand. About the only “downside” we see is the need to install egress windows with local building codes in mind. But, Toledo Basement Repair will make sure the installation of your basement egress windows is done right.
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Adapted from: https://www.homeadvisor.com