Leaf-Filled Window Well in Hillsboro, IL
An aluminum window well was installed on the exterior of this Hillsboro, IL basement window. Because there was no cover on the window well, it became clogged with leaves and other debris, blocking any sunlight and allowing water and pests to collect in the space.
Debris-Filled Window Well in Hillsboro, IL
Here, you can see how rusted and clogged the window well is. In the event of an emergency, the homeowners have very little chance for escape, which is one main purpose of the basement window. Also, it is completely blocked and, therefore, very little light is allowed through into the basement.
SunHouse Window Well
This picture is an example of the SunHouse Window Well offered by Woods Basement Systems. These wells are designed to transform window wells into clean, bright spaces that allow more light into the basement. It is made from reinforced plastic that will never rust, rot or require painting. They also come with an optional cover to help keep out water and debris.