Is your basement dark, damp, or—more importantly—unsafe? An egress window is the single most important upgrade for any basement living space. At Ravail Renovation Ltd., we provide expert egress window installations in Surrey, BC and Calgary, AB, ensuring your home is beautiful, bright, and fully compliant with local safety codes.
Why Your Basement Needs a Legal Egress Window
In Canada, building codes require any room used for sleeping to have an outside window that can be opened from the inside without tools or special knowledge.
Emergency Escape
Provides a vital exit route for your family in case of fire.
Legal Suite Compliance
You cannot legally rent out a basement suite without proper egress windows.
Natural Light & Ventilation
Turn a "dungeon-like" basement into a vibrant living area.
Preventing Mold
Improved airflow helps regulate humidity and prevents basement moisture issues.
Our Specialized Egress Window Service
We offer a full-turnkey solution, meaning we handle the heavy lifting so you don't have to.
Window Enlargement
We specialize in cutting through concrete foundations to expand small, "hopper" style windows into full-sized egress exits.
Concrete Cutting
Our team uses precision equipment to ensure structural integrity while creating the necessary opening.
Window Well Installation
We install high-quality window wells with proper drainage to prevent flooding and ensure a clear escape path.
Code-Compliant Selection
We help you choose sliders or casement windows that meet the minimum "clear opening" requirements for your specific province.
Serving Homeowners in Surrey and Calgary
Building codes differ between provinces. Whether it's the Alberta Building Code or the BC Building Code, our team stays updated on the latest requirements for:
- Minimum opening area (usually 0.35 m² or 3.8 ft²).
- Minimum dimensions (no dimension less than 380mm).
- Clearance for window wells.
The Ravail Renovation Difference
Structural Safety
We ensure your foundation remains strong during and after the cut.
Weatherproofing
Expert sealing and flashing to keep the Canadian winter out.
Clean Workspace
We use dust-containment systems to keep your home clean during the renovation.