How Much Value Does An Egress Window Add To Your Home?

If you've ever dreamed of having a home with a bright, livable basement, you're not alone. It's well known that living spaces that include natural light and fresh air are more appealing. While your home may have many windows on the upper floors, sometimes they are legally required to have a window on the lower level. Adding an egress window will bring natural light into your basement without breaking the bank, and it will ensure that you meet your local building code. Continue reading to see our top three ways that an egress window can add value to your home. 

An egress window will bring natural light into your lower level, which is a desirable and valuable home improvement.

When you install an egress window in your basement, you allow for fresh air flow to enter the space. Fresh air will help to keep your basement smelling clean.

The addition of egress windows can also help to elevate the look of your below-ground living space. An egress window provides a finished look, which will help to make your lower level feel like an extension of the main floor, rather than a dark or cold storage area. This will also allow you to set up a family room, home office, or guest bedroom area.

Basement living space is a valuable addition to any home, and egress windows are the best way to make it happen. Visit our Egress Calculator to determine if your window openings will meet the requirements.

Adding basement living space will significantly increase the value of your home.

Transforming your basement into a livable space will add a ton of value to your home. To comply with building codes and regulations, you must ensure that egress windows are included in your plan. This is especially important if you intend to turn your basement into a legal rental apartment. If renting out your basement is not in your future, you will still find value in the additional space for you and your family. Basement additions could include:

1. An additional bedroom: A great option if you often have guests or extended family members staying at your home who would benefit from some extra privacy.
2. A home office: Adding a workspace to your home can increase your peace and productivity. So many of us are now working from home full-time, or part of the time.
3. A playroom: If you have kids, adding a designated room for toys and activities will save you a ton of space on your main floor.
4. An upgraded laundry room: Gain more space for organizing and drying your laundry.

Whether you're planning to build a new home, sell your current one, or rent out the basement, having an egress window makes adding value to your property easier.

Egress windows are a building code requirement.

An egress window is a special kind of window that meets specific requirements outlined by the International Residential Code (IRC). 

The purpose of an egress window is simple: To allow a safe escape from fire or other dangers as quickly as possible. If a home is built with only two exits (the main entrance and a separate exit), then it must have at least one egress window that fully opens to allow for easy passage to the outside. Some states and provinces require specific regulations — it’s important to check the laws of your city or region. 

If you need any help or have questions about your unique situation, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help.