Your First Steps to a Safer Basement
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Meet Our Partner Installers for Greater Philadelphia
To ensure your project is completed to the highest standard, we partner with specialized contractors who handle specific territories and product lines in Pennsylvania.
Jamison Home Services
- Location: 1429 Ulmer Ave, Oreland, PA 19075
- Focus: Expert installation of egress windows.
- Territory: Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks, Berks, Lehigh, and Northampton counties.
From start to finish, our experience working with Jamison Home Services has been wonderful. Their crew made our ugly Mt. Airy basement project that we had put off way too long seem like a breeze.
Swain Contracting
- Location: 172 Lambs Road, Sewell, NJ 08080
- Focus: Installation of cellar doors throughout all of Greater Philadelphia and egress windows in Delaware and Chester counties
- Territory: Delaware, Chester, Philadelphia, Berks, Montgomery, Bucks, Lancaster, Northampton, and Lehigh counties.
Swain Contracting was amazing. Their quote was much cheaper than other local egress contractors, and Austen actually listened to what we wanted and then presented options. Throughout the process, the communication was excellent. On the day of the project, the contractors were professional and efficient. This was money well spent. We increased our living space and our home value, and we are confident that our family will be safe should a fire occur.
Are Basement Egress Windows Required in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, compliance with the Uniform Construction Code (Section R310) is not optional—it is a critical safety requirement for any habitable basement space.
Key PA Code Requirements
- Sleeping Rooms: Every basement sleeping room must have at least one operable emergency escape and rescue opening.
- Sizing: Openings must provide a minimum net clear opening of 5.7 square feet (or 5.0 square feet for grade-floor openings).
- Accessibility: The window sill cannot be more than 44 inches above the floor.
- Operation: Windows must be operational from the inside without the use of keys, tools, or special knowledge.
- Window Wells: If the window sill is below ground level, a window well is required with a minimum horizontal area of 9 square feet.
Why You'll Love Your New Basement Egress System
Beyond code compliance, an egress system transforms your basement from a dark storage area into a vibrant living space.
Safety & Peace of Mind
Provides a dedicated exit path for your family and an entry point for emergency responders.
Natural Light & Comfort
Dramatically increases the amount of sunlight and fresh air in your basement.
Increased Property Value
Adding a legal bedroom via egress is one of the highest ROI home improvements in the Greater Philadelphia market.
Enhanced Living Space
Enhance the atmosphere of your basement office, playroom, gathering space, or workout area.
Premium Egress Products from Industry Leaders
Our Manufacturing Partners
We inventory and distribute products from the most trusted names in basement safety and access.
- Boman Kemp: Complete egress window systems, which include the Easy Buck, Easy Well, window, and safety grate and cover.
- BILCO: The gold standard for rugged, weather-tight basement access (cellar) doors.
- RockWell: Aesthetic window wells that mimic the look of natural stone while providing superior durability.
Extensive Inventory of Egress Products
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a finished basement in Pennsylvania always need an egress window?
Can I put an egress window under my deck?
What if my window well is very deep?
Can I buy just the products from Egress Solutions directly?