| Bilco ScapeWEL
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Basement window and code-compliant egress system
Installed by Under Construction, LLC - York, PA
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September 2007
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We ran into a rock ledge that had to be jacked out...
...for proper clearance for drainage stone backfill... |
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The opening is laid out, inside and out, then cut with
a diamond blade gas-powered demo saw. Lots of dust!
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The steel-reinforced concrete lintel is heaved into placed!
This one was actually two pieces so it was easier to handle.
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Clean stone backfill for proper drainage.
The dirt is screened then used to "top off" the stone backfill.
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The system is anchored to the basement wall and supported
from the bottom with blocks. Note the bracing to maintain
square while the stone backfill is shoveled in. |
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Note the polycarbonate dome cover to keep out snow,
rain and large debris. It is not a security feature.
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From the inside, lots of bright light and fresh air
through this code-compliant egress window system.
The window is ThermaStar by Pella
4' x 4', vinyl slider with screen.
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