Window Wells & Egress Windows
Capital Foundation & Sons Ltd. provides expert drainage solutions and window well repairs for Ottawa-area homes. When water leaks into your basement through your windows, you may assume it’s caused by ill-fitting windows. However, it could indicate that you have an issue with your basement window wells not draining properly. When you have water backing up in your wells, it’s going to eventually make its way into your home through those windows no matter how tightly sealed they are. You should never replace your basement windows without first consulting a window well expert!
How Do Basement Window Wells Work?
A window well is designed to prevent rainfall and other surface runoff from freely flowing through your basement window. Similar to a regular well, it allows for drainage away from your home, usually through a deep layer of gravel. Some window wells also involve the installation of a drain pipe to direct the water into a perimeter drain, but this isn’t usually the case. It’s important to understand that your gravel could become clogged with wet sand and dirt and will need to be replaced from time to time so that it remains clean and loose. You’ll also need to remove snow, leaves, and other debris from your window wells in order for them to function properly. As your home settles over time, be aware that your window wells can actually shift away from your home and may need to be readjusted or replaced so that they’re always fastened tightly against your basement walls.
What Are Window Wells, Anyway?
If you have a basement with ground-level windows in your home, it’s highly likely that you also have window wells. Typically U-shaped, window wells are designed to fit around your basement windows and come in various widths, heights, and materials, including metal and plastic.
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