Custom Egress Windows & Basement Walkouts in Herriman, UT

If you are framing a sub-grade living space or adding a new bedroom, installing a code compliant egress window or a dedicated basement walkout is a critical first step. Our local team specializes in structural concrete cutting, proper exterior drainage, and framing out safe, beautiful basement exits. We ensure your new space is flooded with natural light and meets all municipal safety codes for Salt Lake County. 

Comprehensive Egress & Excavation Services

Modifying a home's foundation requires precision, heavy equipment, and structural expertise. We handle every phase of your basement walkout or egress window installation, ensuring the integrity of your home is never compromised. Our process includes:

• Municipal Permitting & Engineering: We secure the necessary approvals for structural modifications.
• Utility Locating & Safe Excavation: Professional digging to avoid underground lines.
• Foundation Saw Cutting: Dust-minimized concrete cutting for clean, precise openings.
• Drainage Integration: Connecting window wells into your existing perimeter drain or sump pump.

Why Upgrade Your Basement Access? 

Adding an egress window or a private exterior entrance completely transforms a dark, unfinished basement into a bright and inviting living space. Proper emergency exits keep your family safe, allow for adequate ventilation, and significantly boost your property value by officially increasing your home's livable square footage and appraising value. Additionally, meeting local fire codes for legal bedrooms is critical.

Understanding Herriman Emergency Escape Codes

Navigating local building codes can be complicated, but ensuring your family's safety is our top priority. Herriman City regulations mandate that any sub-grade space designated as a sleeping space must have a certified emergency escape and rescue opening. This means your new egress window must meet strict net clear opening dimensions, sill height requirements, and minimum width standards. Our experienced contractors handle all the necessary permitting and coordinate directly with municipal inspectors. By installing fully compliant, easy-to-operate windows, we guarantee your newly finished bedroom is legally recognized and provides a safe, accessible exit in the event of an emergency.

Managing Soil Grading and Window Well Drainage

A common concern when cutting into a foundation is the risk of water intrusion. Utah's nutty weather patterns mean heavy snowmelt and sudden spring rainstorms can quickly overwhelm poorly installed window wells. To protect your lower level, we implement comprehensive water mitigation strategies during the excavation phase. This includes proper soil grading away from your home's foundation and installing deep gravel backfill. We also tie your new custom window wells directly into your existing perimeter drain or interior sump pump system. Finally, we highly recommend adding heavy-duty window well covers to keep out debris, snow, and pests, ensuring your egress system remains clear, dry, and highly functional year-round.

Structural Expertise You Can Trust 

When you choose our foundation and excavation services in the South Valley, we work hard to ensure your project is completed safely, on time, and within budget.

You don't want just any general contractor cutting into your home's concrete foundation. We understand the specific soil, grading, and water mitigation challenges unique to Utah. From pulling the correct municipal permits to engineering the structural headers, we manage the heavy lifting so you never have to worry about water intrusion or structural integrity.



Upgrading your foundation can seem like an overwhelming undertaking, but with our dedicated team of professionals by your side, you can rest assured that the process will run smoothly. Ready to get started? Contact us today to discuss your new exterior entrance!