Egress Window Installation Cost

Egress Window Cost : Installation Cost

Egress Window Installation Cost And Installing Prices

Egress window installation cost ranges from $1,900 to $5,250 for a professional contractor. DIY installation ranges roughly from $250 to $650. Neither of these egress window prices includes the cost of the window itself. A 20" by 24" casement (the smallest sized window that will meet code will cost $200 to $750). We have broken down the various steps, along with the cost for a professional contractor, as well as a do it yourself price.

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Step 1: Dig Out The Exterior

The egress window must be able to open completely, which typically cannot happen because there is dirt or landscaping blocking where the window will go. Then, the work crew excavates and clears the outside area, allowing for (at least) a 36" by 36" space for the window to open and an adult (or firfighter with equipment) to exit or enter. For DIYers, the $25 will be the cost of a shovel and the $100 is the cost of renting a piece of equipment to dig up the area.

Contractor Cost: $300 to $800
Do It Yourself Cost: $25 to $100

Egress Window Installation Cost : Window Well

Once the exterior is clear, a window well needs to be inserted and secured to make sure that the exterior area stays clear. Specifically, this part of the project will vary based on how low the egress window is in relation to the ground level. However, some homeowners opt for gradual steps and do not require an actual window well becuase they have a very wide open space. Other projects are very steep and use concrete that must be framed, poured and set to create the window well. Still, others use a strong plastic prefabricated well insert. For DIYers, the $50 is the labor cost of landscaping / wood for gradual levels, while $250 is about the cost for cinderblocks and cement or what you will pay for a prefab well.

Contractor Cost: $500 to $2000
Do It Yourself Cost: $50 to $250

Step 3: Cut The Basement Hole In The Wall

Basements do not typically have a large opening in one of the walls, but this is obviously what is needed to have an egress window. First, the contractor will need to cut a hole through the basement wall to create the rough opening. Your installer needs to take care to avoid hitting a utility or water line. For DIYers, the $100 is the rental price for equipment needed to cut a hole in cement, cinderblocks or through the existing wall.

Contractor Cost: $600 to $1,200
Do It Yourself Cost: $100

Egress Window Installation Cost : Frame Out

Once you have the hole in the wall, the installer inserts the window into the rough opening. Also, the frame will have to properly support the window and must be at least 20" in width and 24" in height. If you are a do it yourselfer, then the price is for the wood and materials.

Contractor Cost: $400 to $1000
Do It Yourself Cost: $50 to $100

Step 5: Secure The Window

Finally, insert, secure, seal and caulk the window inside the rough opening. Many installers will use a sill pan on the bottom exterior for an added moisture barrier. Then, they will apply flashing around the outside of the window to keep out moisture. For DIYers, the $50 to $100 is for the caulk, sealant, insulation, screws etc. to properly secure the window. If you need additional cost information, then our egress window calculator is the place to start.

Contractor Cost: $100 to $250
Do It Yourself Cost: $50 to $100

Homeowner Review Section

Below are egress window installation cost, homeowner price quotes, manufacturing recommendations and more.

Bill - Site Editor

Simonton Windows vs Castle

Hi Bill, I would love to get your help on a few bids I have received for 19 double hungs and four (sized 27x24) basement hoppers that I will remove and have them used as the basis of egress access.

Simonton 5500 series (local installer): $22,800

Castle Windows: $25,225

I'm really debating the installation details? A local installer likes the Ideal Majestic windows, but he said it would be more to go with these, but that the quality upgrade was worth it. So, what's your opinion?

Gwenn - Homeowner - from 2025

[Site Editor's Answer]

Gwenn, the Simonton option looks like the better deal to me by quite a bit. However, I would love to see the Ideal Majestic price quote as these as excellent windows and I think worth the price increase (I would have to see it first, obviously). Additionally, the overall price points on the project look pretty fair given what I'm thinking in terms of the scope of work. Therefore, I'd suggest collecting that final bid and then we can circle back and see what we have.

Bill - Site Editor - from 2025

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