Archive for the ‘In-out window wells’ Category

Ingress-egress windows can be a drainage problem

Sunday, May 25th, 2008

When considering finishing the basement to living space, many homeowners get extra happy when thinking of what happens to the value of their home when ingress-egress windows are constructed in the foundation wall in conjunction with basement remodeling for living area. (more…)

Ingress-egress window wells impact home drainage

Sunday, December 23rd, 2007

Home drainage is impacted by ingress-egress window wells. Many times throughout the year I am asked to comment or give opinion on a homeowners desire to create an access (ingress) and exit (egress) window area to qualify their basement square footage as living space. This sounds like a seductive proposition from a monetary position when someone tells the homeowner that the value of their home will go up such and such amount based on the increase in the value per square foot of the basement as finished living area instead of basement. It does not come without its’ downside however. (more…)