Basement Egress Steps & Window Wells
BASEMENT EGRESS STAIRWAYS & WINDOW WELLS
Minnesota building code requires emergency egress from finished basement bedrooms — either a window meeting minimum size requirements or a direct exterior stairway. We install basement egress stairways with concrete steps, retaining walls, drainage, and weather-resistant covers. We also install concrete or steel egress window wells with proper sizing, drainage, and step/ladder access. All egress work meets IRC requirements.
Starting at $3000 per installation
Key Highlights
Code-required safety exit
IRC requires emergency egress from finished basement bedrooms.
Complete installation
excavation, retaining walls, concrete steps, drainage, and weather cover.
Window well options
concrete or steel wells with proper sizing, drainage, and step/ladder access.
Why Choose Our Basement Egress Steps & Window Wells
Minnesota building code requires emergency egress from every finished basement bedroom — either a qualifying window or a direct exterior stairway. We install complete egress systems including excavation, retaining walls, concrete steps, drainage at the base, and weatherproof covers. All work meets IRC egress requirements for size, operation, and access.
Signs You Need Basement Egress Steps & Window Wells
1. Finishing a basement bedroom
Adding a bedroom in the basement requires egress — either a code-compliant window well or exterior stairway.
2. Existing egress doesn't meet code
Previous egress installation doesn't meet current code requirements for window size, well dimensions, or step access.
Our Process
Step 1 — Code review
Determine required egress type, location, and dimensions per IRC and local amendments.
Step 2 — Excavation
Excavate the stairwell or window well area from the exterior.
Step 3 — Construction
Build retaining walls, pour steps, install drainage, waterproof, and install cover.
Brands & Materials
- Bilco egress covers
- Rockwell window wells
- Cemstone Ready Mix
FAQs About Basement Egress Steps & Window Wells
What are the IRC egress window requirements?
IRC requires egress windows in basement bedrooms with minimum 5.7 sq ft opening area, minimum 20 inch width, minimum 24 inch height, and maximum 44 inch sill height from finished floor. The window well must allow the window to fully open and provide step or ladder access if deeper than 44 inches.
Pricing
$3000 - $8000
per installation
*Varies by project scope and site conditions.
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