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Window Well Size Requirements


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Window Well Size Requirements. When it comes to selecting the appropriate egress window well size, there are several factors to consider, including minimum net clear opening requirements, window styles, and local building codes. See how to measure your house for the egress window size and well size needed and make sure they're a perfect fit.

Measuring for Metal Window Wells
Measuring for Metal Window Wells from windowbubble.com

The horizontal dimensions of the window well shall provide a minimum net clear area of 9 square feet with a minimum. What are the best materials for window wells? Galvanized steel, polyethylene plastic, and concrete are popular choices.

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Measuring for Metal Window Wells

See how to measure your house for the egress window size and well size needed and make sure they're a perfect fit. For metal wells, measure to the outside edges of your metal well to the nearest 1/8” from side to side and back to front as shown in the first two. The horizontal area of the window well shall be not less than 9 square feet (0.9 m 2), with a horizontal projection and width of not less than 36 inches. When it comes to selecting the appropriate egress window well size, there are several factors to consider, including minimum net clear opening requirements, window styles, and local building codes.

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