![]() ![]() Section R310.1 of the International Residential Code (IRC) states that all habitable rooms must have an emergency escape and rescue opening in the event of a fire or other emergency. Please see below for the current IRC code on egress windows. ![]() It meets egress window requirements and can be installed in new or older homes. Our Compact Single Hung In Swing Egress Window allows the bottom sash to open for fresh air without the need to swing the window inwards. Our egress windows pair well with our egress wells to allow more natural light and living space especially in finished basements. ![]() Contractors like the 8" jamb on the Casement In-Swing while many people enjoy the use of the lower sash on the Single Hung In-Swing. Our Casement In-Swing and Single Hung In-Swing are our most popular egress windows. Be sure that you or your contractor adheres to international residential code irc when installing an egress window. Egress window installation allows for more living space, allows fresh air, and adds value to both new and older homes. They are specifically designed for emergency exit purposes and must adhere to standards that building codes require. Single Hung In-swing Window: Dual function option where the bottom sash opens, perfect for compact window wellsĬasement In-swing Window: Our smallest option to fit IRC requirements, which comes with a 20-year warrantyĮgress windows are a great way to bring natural light into your home, particularly for finished basements. Standard 48″ Sliding Basement Window: Sturdy option for 3 1/4″ jamb depthĮgress 48″ Sliding Basement Window: Meets Energy Star requirements and comes with a 10-year warranty Standard Double Hung Window: Our cost-effective base model, which requires large sizes to meet IRC standardsĬasement Outswing Window: The perfect easy-to-use option for wide windows and window wells Our egress window styles include the following: The window sills are no more than 44 inches above the floor, with 42 inches as the target height. The clear opening is at least 20 inches wide by 24 inches high, with a minimum net clear opening of 5.7 square feet for basement egress windows, or 5 square feet for ground floor windows. They also all meet IRC dimension requirements. Our windows are easy to use at any age as they can be opened with the push of a simple release knob. Redi-Exit proudly manufactures egress windows to assure an alternative way out of any building if a commonly used exit is blocked during an emergency. ![]()
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