Egress Windows Before & After Photos

Before:
A homeowner in Menominee, MI, wanted to make their basement safer and more inviting by installing an egress window. Their existing basement windows were small and outdated, offering little light and no emergency exit. The homeowner planned to use the basement as additional living space and needed a solution that would meet code requirements while improving comfort and appearance.

After:
Sure-Dry’s team excavated the area outside the foundation and installed a new egress window system, including a large, code-compliant window, a durable well, and a clear cover designed to prevent debris and moisture buildup. Drainage stone was placed at the bottom of the well to promote proper water flow away from the foundation. The new window provided ample natural light, increased ventilation, and a secure emergency exit that meets modern building standards.

The homeowner was delighted with the finished result, noting how much brighter and more comfortable the basement felt — and with peace of mind knowing it’s now safe and code-compliant.

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Before

The homeowner in Menominee, MI wanted to improve both the safety and functionality of their basement by adding an egress window. The existing basement lacked a code-compliant emergency escape route, limiting the usable living space and reducing natural light and ventilation. After evaluating the foundation and determining the best installation location, our Design Specialist recommended installing a RockWell Egress Window to provide a safe, attractive, and durable solution.

After

Our team carefully excavated the area outside the foundation, cut the foundation wall opening, and professionally installed a RockWell Egress Window complete with a durable window well and proper drainage. The new egress window provides a safe emergency exit while bringing significantly more natural light and fresh air into the basement. The homeowner can now enjoy a brighter, more functional lower level with the added confidence of a code-compliant escape route.

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Before

Although this newer home in Menominee, MI already had a beautifully finished basement, the homeowner wanted to improve safety and increase the versatility of the space by adding a code-compliant basement egress window. Without a proper emergency escape and rescue opening, the finished basement had limited options for future use as a legal bedroom or additional living space. After evaluating the foundation wall and selecting the optimal installation location, our Design Specialist recommended installing a RockWell Egress Window to provide both safety and added functionality.

After

Our production team carefully protected the finished basement before precisely cutting the foundation wall and installing a RockWell Egress Window with a durable window well and proper drainage. Special attention was given to minimizing disruption to the finished interior while ensuring the installation met emergency egress code requirements. The new window brings abundant natural light and fresh air into the basement while providing a safe emergency exit and increasing the home's long-term value and flexibility.

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Before: Old, Drafty, and Inefficient Windows

In Green Bay, this homeowner was dealing with old wooden-framed basement windows that were letting in drafts, moisture, and bugs—not to mention dragging down energy efficiency. The windows were hard to open, rusty, and starting to show signs of long-term wear.

They wanted something that looked better, sealed tighter, and would actually last.

After: Clean, Bright & Maintenance-Free

We replaced the outdated windows with EverLast™ basement windows, which are made from vinyl frames and double-pane glass for long-lasting durability and energy efficiency. These windows don’t rot, rust, or need painting—and they instantly improved the look and comfort of the basement.

Now the space is brighter, better sealed, and completely maintenance-free.

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Before
In Sturgeon Bay, WI, the homeowner wanted to make their basement safer and more functional but faced a challenge with small, outdated windows that did not meet current egress code. The foundation walls were poured concrete, and the planned installation area was located on a sloped section of the yard where drainage and soil stability required careful management. During inspection, Sure-Dry’s System Design Specialist determined that an egress window installation would not only bring the basement into code compliance but also improve lighting, ventilation, and usability of the lower level.

After
Sure-Dry’s certified crew excavated the area along the foundation, stabilizing the slope to prevent soil movement during the dig. A clean, code-sized opening was cut into the concrete wall, and an energy-efficient egress window was installed with a reinforced, corrosion-resistant window well featuring a built-in ladder and integrated drain line. The system was sealed and tied into the existing waterproofing to ensure moisture protection, then backfilled and graded for a clean finish.
The homeowner gained a bright, safe, and fully code-compliant basement space that’s now ready for finishing.

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