A basement window well should let in light, provide emergency escape, and stay dry year-round. At Sump Daddy, we install and repair egress window wells that meet code, improve safety, and stop water intrusion at the source.

Whether you need a full egress installation or help with a leaking or flooded window well, we have the tools, experience, and licensing to get it done right.

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Full Egress Window Installations

Adding a legal basement bedroom? You’ll need an IRC-compliant egress window — which includes:

• A clear opening large enough for emergency exit
• A properly sized well with a ladder (if deeper than 44″)
• Drainage that prevents flooding
• A protected escape route free of obstructions

We handle the full process:

• Excavating and cutting masonry or concrete foundations
• Installing code-compliant wells and escape ladders
• Connecting the well to a drainage system or sump pump
• Backfilling, sealing, and restoring the work area

We install galvanized steel, composite, or concrete wells depending on your preference and foundation type.

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Drainage Repairs for Existing Window Wells

If your window well floods during storms, the issue is usually poor or failed drainage. We offer:

• Dig-outs and clean-outs of clogged wells
• Replacement of collapsed or undersized drains
• Connections to existing French drains or sump pump systems
• Surface regrading and gutter adjustments to redirect runoff
• Vapor barrier and wall sealant options if water is seeping into the window frame

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Code & Comfort

We install to IRC egress code standards — but we also design wells that are attractive, safe, and integrated with your waterproofing system. A properly installed egress system:

• Provides a second way out in case of fire
• Allows natural light into dark basement spaces
• Increases home value and finishing potential
• Prevents leaks and foundation staining

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Installed Across the DC Area

We’ve installed and repaired window wells in Brookland, Capitol Heights, Silver Spring, Trinidad, University Park, and dozens of other DC-area homes — many of which were built long before egress codes existed. We know how to retrofit these systems cleanly, with respect for your existing structure.

Free Inspections & Honest Evaluations

Not sure if your window well needs full replacement or just a new drain? We offer free inspections and will walk you through your options — without upselling work you don’t need. (301) 783-0033. customerservice@sumpdaddy.com.